This is the signature order — fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon or sausage, house-made hash brown, and a generous portion of sautéed mushrooms served on sourdough toast. The portions fill you up but don't feel heavy. Reviewers specifically praise the 'magic scrambled eggs' technique and the quality of the mushrooms sourced locally.
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This is the order that started the Australian brunch movement in KL. Get here before 10am on weekends to avoid waits — peak queue is 10:30-11:30am.
Roasted by Merdeka Coffee (Indonesia's top specialty roaster), the espresso carries notes of chocolate and caramel without bitterness. The microfoam is consistently thin and velvety. This coffee sets Antipodean apart — it was shortlisted 'Best for Coffee' by Time Out KL three years running.
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The coffee is the reason to come. Ask the barista about the current roast — Merdeka cycles beans seasonally and the café staff can guide you to the best current blend.
A lighter breakfast option that feels substantial. The muesli is house-made (no commercial clusters), fruits are locally sourced and fresh, and the yogurt adds creaminess without heaviness. The milk arrives on the side so you control the wetness level.
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This is the order if you want breakfast but not heavy. The muesli quality shows — no stale nuts or cheap clusters.
A lighter take on the full breakfast — the salmon carries subtle smokiness while the eggs maintain their custardy texture. Capers provide tangy pop. This appeals to diners wanting breakfast sophistication without the heavy sausage and hash brown. Pairs perfectly with a flat white.
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Order this on weekdays when you need something more refined than the Big Breakfast. The salmon quality is consistently high.
The hollandaise is made fresh daily — silky without breaking, with subtle lemon and butter notes. The eggs are poached to barely-set yolks that cascade onto the muffin. This dish requires technical precision that separates Antipodean from casual brunch spots.
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If you're a hollandaise purist, this is your measure of the café's commitment to technique. It holds up alongside any café in Sydney or Melbourne.
Antipodean brought authentic Australian café culture to Kuala Lumpur, pioneering a concept that was ahead of its time. The café was shortlisted 'Best for Coffee' in Time Out KL Food Awards for three consecutive years (2011-2013). All coffee beans are roasted by Merdeka Coffee, Indonesia's top specialty roaster. Locally sourced, classically prepared food — brunch is served all day.
Expect queues on Sat-Sun 10:30am-12pm. Arrive early (7-8am) or come mid-afternoon (2-3pm) to skip the wait. Tables turn quickly — don't expect lingering.
The café has an entertainment alcove for children — this makes it family-friendly in a way many brunch spots aren't. Staff are accustomed to managing families with kids.
Call ahead to reserve during weekends (020-279 8288). A table for 2-3 is usually possible with 30 mins notice; groups of 4+ may need to wait.
All-day breakfast menu — order brunch items even at 6pm. The café prioritizes breakfast preparation and the turnover is fast enough that quality doesn't suffer even during dinner hours.
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