The short answer
February 18 Cafe, Taman Gembira: what visitors should know first
Yes for vegans, since the listing says everything on the menu is vegan. Bring cash and avoid Tuesday and Wednesday. Check hours before going. Confirm details with the venue first.
Diet
What we checked
- Vegan. The whole menu has no dairy, egg or honey. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
February 18 Cafe, Taman Gembira facts at a glance
- Location
- Jalan Lazat 2, Taman Gembira
- Dining style
- Small vegan cafe
- Price signal
- Mid; two dollar signs
- Signature order
- Try: Khao Jam, tempeh platter
- Closed
- Tuesday and Wednesday
Why it matters
Why February 18 Cafe, Taman Gembira is worth your time
Tempeh made in-house is rare even among vegan cafes, and it gives a Malaysian-leaning vegan meal away from the tourist centre. The reassurance is practical: the diet claim comes from a listing that states it plainly, though a strict diner should still ask the staff about onion, garlic, honey, alcohol in sauces and shared equipment. Older travellers also benefit from knowing the hours and payment method before leaving the hotel, so those are worth a quick check.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Homemade tempeh
Served several ways.
- 02
Khao Jam
A Kelantan-style rice dish.
- 03
Cash only
Bring ringgit.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
The listing names Khao Jam, a Kelantan-style rice dish served with homemade tempeh, a tempeh platter (deep-fried, pan-fried and fresh), vegan gyoza, oriental pasta, dumplings and shiitake rice. Lemongrass apple tea is also mentioned.
Share the tempeh platter to try the different styles. Check for onion and garlic if Jain, as this is not an Indian kitchen. For planning, remember that the details here come from a travel listing checked on 1 November 2026 rather than from the restaurant itself, so confirm opening hours, prices and the menu by phone or on its social media page before you travel, particularly if you are bringing older relatives who will not want a wasted trip across the city.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Cash only
- Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
- Afternoon break 4 to 6 pm
- Ask about onion and garlic
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- No. 42, Ground Floor, Jalan Lazat 2, Taman Gembira
- Time needed
- About 1 hour
- Best time
- Lunch, 12 pm to 4 pm, or dinner 6 pm to 9 pm
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Described as a cosy, minimalist setting with good service. Access details are not stated. It is a small cafe, so go off-peak and call ahead.
- Tickets and access
- Open Monday and Thursday to Sunday, 12 to 4 and 6 to 9. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Cash only per the listing.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
Described as a cosy, minimalist setting with good service. Access details are not stated. It is a small cafe, so go off-peak and call ahead.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is it fully vegan?
The listing says everything on the menu is vegan.
Do they take cards?
The listing says cash only.
When is it closed?
Tuesday and Wednesday.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
