Review: WIP on the Park
April 28th, 2025
A potential household name for KL’s coffee buffs, Podgy & The Banker has more to offer than merely a fun moniker; this cafe serves caffeine with a kick.
Dynamic duo Neil and Adam are the baristas behind this spacious, smartly outfitted outlet that opened this week in the perfect location: the suburban row of Hartamas shop-houses that’s home to My Elephant and Fru-T-Pop.
Sumatran Mandheling Kuda Mas coffee beans form the heart of a lovable latte here.
Our macchiato looks mildly melancholy; strange, considering how cheerful this cafe seems. Though maybe it’s because Lana Del Rey’s playing in the background.
Sandwiches, pastries, cakes and everything else associated with a full-fledged hangout will likely be made available in the days to come.
Who’s Podgy & who’s The Banker? Head here and find out.
Podgy & The Banker,
2, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, Kuala Lumpur.
Currently open 8am-3pm, 8pm-midnight daily during Ramadan.