Convivencia Cafe in Bukit Tunku
If you’re a bookworm and someone who appreciates the time spent exploring cafes, you’ll be in for a treat at Convivencia Cafe. This aesthetically-pleasing cafe, located in the heart of Bukit Tunku in KL, is tucked discreetly inside a charming library.
Here, you can fill your stomach up with legit Iranian dishes, sip on coffee, and take OOTD shots for your Instagram. There are a plethora of charming photo corners to be found when you step inside the library, which boasts a cosy ambience and Spanish-inspired architecture.
A cafe in a library with the charms of Spanish designs
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Convivencia Cafe is located inside the International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation and is open to all, even if you’re not here to do research for an assignment. Step foot into the library, and you’ll be greeted by a cosy setup of wooden chairs and vibrant green plants. The high ceiling and large windows allow for natural light to come in, while the beautiful staircase and tile wall hangings add a charming Spanish-inspired characteristic to the space.
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With how woodsy everything is, you might just think you’ve entered the magical world of Hogwarts and stumbled upon the Great Hall of the Harry Potter films.
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Let’s admit it – getting tasks done in our bedroom never ends well. One moment you’re trying to be productive, the next you’ve sunk deep into the bed and fallen asleep. Over here, you can dive into your favourite novel and get your work done in a peaceful environment, with the variety of seating available and no distractions in sight.
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With the variety of photo-worthy corners, you can pretend to be the main character in a film by striking your best pose for photos to upload on your social media pages.
Discovering traditional Iranian cuisine
Once you feel as if your stomach is running low on fuel – or your task is nowhere done – you can recharge with the cafe’s unique offering: Iranian cuisine.
The food prices range between RM10-RM30, so don’t worry about breaking the bank here.
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We recommend starting off with their signature hot bowl of Ghormeh Sabzi Herb Stew (RM14) that’s loaded with kidney beans and accompanied by fragrant dill rice. They also have Diced Mutton Gheimeh (RM14), an Iranian stew that’s packed with split peas and tomatoes, served alongside with crispy flatbread and fries.
And for those with a sweet tooth, indulge in the Baklava (RM6). To wrap up your meal on a clean note, have a sip of their traditional Iranian Tea with Saffron Candy (RM6) that has just the right balance of bitter and sweet.
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Get your work done at this cosy library cafe, Convivencia Cafe
The next time you find yourself in Bukit Tunku, swing by Convivencia Cafe. This spot is a captivating mix of a library and cafe, offering the perfect escape for book and coffee lovers alike. And with its arched doorways and charming decor, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a storybook setting.
Address: Convivencia Cafe, 24, Persiaran Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin, Bukit Tunku, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am-5pm, Daily
Contact: Convivencia Cafe’s Facebook | Instagram | TikTok
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