Love A Loaf Bakery & Cafe @Tropicana 218 Macalister Road, George Town, Malaysia - Reviews, Ratings, Tips and Why You Should Go – Wanderlog (2024)

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#6 on "The 31 best bread shops in George Town"

$$$$affordable

Bakery

Love A Loaf Bakery & Cafe @Tropicana 218 Macalister Road, George Town, Malaysia - Reviews, Ratings, Tips and Why You Should Go – Wanderlog (5)

Phone

+60 4-295 8468

Hours

SuSunday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

MoMonday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

TuTuesday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

WeWednesday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

ThThursday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

FrFriday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

SaSaturday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

C-1-1, Tropicana 218, Jln Macalister, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Saturday: 9AM–10PM

SuMoTuWeThFrSaShow times

SuSunday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

MoMonday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

TuTuesday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

WeWednesday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

ThThursday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

FrFriday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

SaSaturday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

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About

Love A Loaf Bakery & Cafe bills itself as a French-inspired bakery cafe that specializes in freshly baked breads and pastries. The cafe has garnered a following for its unique flavors and pillowy soft Hokkaido bread is one of the star attractions. Other popular items on the menu include Japanese matcha mochi and croissants lava series.

Why you should go

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  1. Indulge in unique pastries like egg tarts with raisins inside
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  3. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and flavorful chicken floss bread

Highlighted reviews

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Freshly made coffee. Absolutely perfect egg tarts with raisins inside! I think that's quite unique. And the glaze on top was a joy. The tart was soft and yet not mushy.The chicken floss bread was good too. Their iced coffee with milk was made from a fresh brew and the taste is strong yet balanced. Friendly service as well. This place has a good atmosphere, offering croissants and pastries. Quite good looking cakes too. Available for ordering to go.

This bakery does not deserve a high rating. Was very disappointed. Checked in the hotel and was happy to have a highly rated bakery right downstairs. But it’s not.1. Ordered potato bun and the potato filling’s smell is weird. Something is wrong with it. Another one is the wrap. The most terrible wrap ever. Croissant was ok as expected. Just can’t be sure if the croissant is ready made or in house baked with real butter.2. 8am opened. But no bread. Nothing. And the staff said 9am. If 9am only available to sell the products, don’t mention 8am in the Google.

Been here twice whilst staying at the homestay situated in the same building. I had an issue the second time going in yesterday noon (23/02/22) whereby I overheard the staff running the cashier saying quite loud in mandarin "look I think it's a Malay" and was quite rude to me as well, giving me the stink eye. Yes I may look racially ambiguous, still doesn't excuse their attitude towards non-Chinese patrons. Will not be returning here the next time I'm in Penang. What an absolute waste. 3 stars for the decent pastries & lovely service during my first visit.

Freshly made coffee. Absolutely perfect egg tarts with raisins inside! I think that's quite unique. And the glaze on top was a joy. The tart was soft and yet not mushy.The chicken floss bread was good too. Their iced coffee with milk was made from a fresh brew and the taste is strong yet balanced. Friendly service as well. This place has a good atmosphere, offering croissants and pastries. Quite good looking cakes too. Available for ordering to go.

This bakery does not deserve a high rating. Was very disappointed. Checked in the hotel and was happy to have a highly rated bakery right downstairs. But it’s not.1. Ordered potato bun and the potato filling’s smell is weird. Something is wrong with it. Another one is the wrap. The most terrible wrap ever. Croissant was ok as expected. Just can’t be sure if the croissant is ready made or in house baked with real butter.2. 8am opened. But no bread. Nothing. And the staff said 9am. If 9am only available to sell the products, don’t mention 8am in the Google.

Been here twice whilst staying at the homestay situated in the same building. I had an issue the second time going in yesterday noon (23/02/22) whereby I overheard the staff running the cashier saying quite loud in mandarin "look I think it's a Malay" and was quite rude to me as well, giving me the stink eye. Yes I may look racially ambiguous, still doesn't excuse their attitude towards non-Chinese patrons. Will not be returning here the next time I'm in Penang. What an absolute waste. 3 stars for the decent pastries & lovely service during my first visit.

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We gathered reviews from Google and Tripadvisor, and summarized helpful tips as well as commonly mentioned things others might find useful.

  1. For the best experience, try their specialty items like salted egg croissant or Japanese matcha mochi recommended by visitors
  2. Consider ordering cakes at least three days in advance if you plan on getting one
  3. Visit early in the morning for freshly baked goods as some reviewers mentioned that products might not be available right at opening time

Reviews

Love A Loaf Bakery & Cafe @Tropicana 218 Macalister Road offers a mixed experience according to reviews. While some customers were disappointed with certain items like the potato bun and wraps, others praised the freshly made coffee, unique egg tarts with raisins, and good selection of pastries. The bakery is noted for its friendly service, decent coffee, and pleasant atmosphere. Some highlights include the chicken floss bread, iced coffee with milk made from fresh brew, and visually appealing cakes available for ordering to go.

Review score

4.2

out of 5

Very Good

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4.5

out of 5

Few reviews

3 reviews

From Tripadvisor

5 stars

93

4 stars

42

3 stars

19

2 stars

2

1 star

12

Freshly made coffee. Absolutely perfect egg tarts with raisins inside! I think that's quite unique. And the glaze on top was a joy. The tart was soft and yet not mushy.The chicken floss bread was good too. Their iced coffee with milk was made from a fresh brew and the taste is strong yet balanced. Friendly service as well. This place has a good atmosphere, offering croissants and pastries. Quite good looking cakes too. Available for ordering to go.

1/5Carolyn Aurora

This bakery does not deserve a high rating. Was very disappointed. Checked in the hotel and was happy to have a highly rated bakery right downstairs. But it’s not.1. Ordered potato bun and the potato filling’s smell is weird. Something is wrong with it. Another one is the wrap. The most terrible wrap ever. Croissant was ok as expected. Just can’t be sure if the croissant is ready made or in house baked with real butter.2. 8am opened. But no bread. Nothing. And the staff said 9am. If 9am only available to sell the products, don’t mention 8am in the Google.

Been here twice whilst staying at the homestay situated in the same building. I had an issue the second time going in yesterday noon (23/02/22) whereby I overheard the staff running the cashier saying quite loud in mandarin "look I think it's a Malay" and was quite rude to me as well, giving me the stink eye. Yes I may look racially ambiguous, still doesn't excuse their attitude towards non-Chinese patrons. Will not be returning here the next time I'm in Penang. What an absolute waste. 3 stars for the decent pastries & lovely service during my first visit.

3/5Splitterman

Nice atmosphere but there might be no real bakery merchandise in this bakery:)Cheeze and raisins bun was interesting, but the dough was underbaked and liquid in some places. Chocolate bun with milky cream is too lightweight, plain flour enhancer:(

Need to order the cake at least 3 days in advance. We have ordered a fruit chantily(8") 1 week ahead and they offer free delivery. I bought a packet of garlic buns, it so fresh and tasty.

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