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About
Port Black Cafe
Welcome to Port Black Cafe, a hidden gem located at 2, Jalan Padi Emas 4/3, Bandar Baru Uda, Johor Bahru, where culinary dreams take flight against a backdrop of inviting ambiance. This café is not merely a spot to grab a bite—it’s an experience that blends comfort with flavors from far and wide.
Upon entering, guests are greeted with a cozy atmosphere that makes it an ideal hangout for friends and families alike. The vibe is enhanced by attentive service, as highlighted by satisfied patrons who noted the staff's commitment to ensuring a pleasant dining experience. It’s a place where you feel valued from the moment you step inside.
The menu at Port Black Cafe showcases an array of dishes that cater to diverse palates. Diners rave about the Tomyam Pasta, described as bursting with potential and flavor. While some have noted a slight imbalance in the tomyam seasoning, the overall reviews suggest that this dish is a must-try, especially for those who relish creamy, spicy undertones. Another diner praised the Creamy Cheese Pasta for being both flavorful and enjoyable. This reflects the café's aim to satisfy even the most discerning tastes.
Not to be overlooked, the vibrant Nasi Goreng Daging Batang Pinang consistently receives praise for its rich flavor profile. Customers like Sofina M Y have shared how the dish wins the hearts of little ones, making it a perfect lunch or dinner option for families.
For those looking for a light snack, the Cheesy Nachos are a crowd favorite, with their generous portions and melted cheese delighting many. The delightful Tiramisu is also an unexpected treat that adds a sweet ending to any meal, rounding off the experience beautifully.
While every dining experience may vary—some diners have pointed out minor communication hiccups with the staff—these have been swiftly addressed, showcasing the café’s commitment to customer satisfaction. The general consensus? Many find it worth a return visit, allured by the appealing menu and the warm atmosphere.
In essence, Port Black Cafe is not merely a dining location; it is a culinary journey that welcomes exploration and indulges the senses. With a menu that encourages repeat visits, you will likely find your next favorite dish here. Make a note to visit and discover what makes this cafe a rising star in Johor Bahru's vibrant food scene!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ I might have different opinions about the pasta. Find it lack of sourness in tomyum pasta. It was decent but not something to rave about. The taste of cooking creams dominates the flavour alas overpower the tomyum flavour. Cadangan: lebihkan sikit paste tomyum. Saya pernah rasa better tomyum spaghetti di Pasir Gudang. It was so good. Pros- the ambience is vibing. A great place to hang out with your friends. Cons: Ada sedikit misscomunication with the waiteress but the issue has been resolved dengan baik. Nasi Saypah was okay. Creamy mantou also okay. ”
“ Visited on: 8th May 2025 Had a pretty satisfying first experience! I ordered the Creamy Cheese Pasta — creamy, flavourful, and enjoyable, though not near perfect. My partner tried the Spicy Creamy Tomyam Pasta — at first bite, it reminded us of chicken rendang, but the tom yum flavor came through nicely on the second bite. A bit more chili padi would’ve made it even better! Drinks were refreshing, and the plating was neat and presentable. Cozy interior and good service overall. It was worth a return visit! ”
“ Went here 2 times for lunch & dinner, alhamdulillah the food is all good. My son & I like the nasi goreng daging batang pinang. Mantou bun is big as compared to other places. I like that they have a big portable cooler so it doesn't get too hot for customers. ”
“ The food was okay, but my favorite was the salted egg chicken mantou. It had a chunks of chicken inside and was incredibly flavorful. The daging batang pinang was tender and juicy.. one of the best I’ve ever had, especially when paired with sambal belacan. My family and I had a great dinner overall. However, our food was served late, which is something I think the cafe could improve on. ”
“ First time here, ordered creamy pasta and spicy creamy Tom yam pasta. The food was delicious. I didn’t expect it to be this good actually despite some of the bad reviews I went through in the review section b4 coming here but guess what the food was spectacular. Their customer service was also top notch since stepping foot in till the end. The waiter asked us how was the food and all greeted when we went. The whole experience exceeded my expectations. Kudos to the team and will surely visit again. ”
“ Second time back here. Food portion was huge and good. I had the Nasi Ayam Saypah, the gravy was full of lemak and flavourful Papadams are huge and crunchy The drinks are abit too sweet for me but still super great! Will come back in the future ”
“ Wholesome food! Delicious Tomyam pasta. Love the cheese on the nachos. Didn’t expect there was tiramisu! Great job. Keep it up!!!! ”