The best mocktail spots in KL and PJ to beat the heat

Kuala Lumpur is heating up. For the past week, heatwaves have been reported in KL, and we are all feeling it. If the heat is getting to you there’s nothing more refreshing than a mid-day mocktail. But with so many options, where should you sip and chill? Here are our picks of the best mocktail spots in KL to cool off.

Mocktails are an often overlooked menu item at a restaurant and a bar (after all, where’s the fun in that?). But they are pretty helpful if you need to stay sober but need a little ‘pick-me-up’. Thankfully, for the lightweight out there, mocktails are no longer the inferior versions of their respective drinks. While they don’t taste exactly the same, mocktails made by the best mocktail spots in KL will come very close.

In fact, mocktails can be a lot more versatile than their alcoholic counterparts. An Espresso Mocktail from 103 Coffee, for example, can serve as an after-lunch booster. Mantra’s Bentong Ginger Ale can help to ease the stomach and cool down the body from the ridiculous heat. An Aurora Garden from Lissete’s Café & Bakery can also serve your fruit intake for the day in a refreshing mix.

These mocktail spots in KL will be great places to catch up with friends or have a sneaky lunchtime sip. With the scorching heat of afternoon, we can think of no better way to cool down than some gossip and sipping at these lovely eateries. From rooftop bars, cafés, and restaurants, we’ve listed down the best places to drink sober in KL and Petaling Jaya.

8 mocktail spots in KL and PJ to sip away the heat

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A Parisian-style brasserie set within the refined surroundings of Alila Bangsar, Le Comptoir d’Entier brings a touch of French elegance to Kuala Lumpur’s dining scene, especially in its non-alcoholic offerings. Its mocktails are crafted with the same finesse as its classic aperitifs, often incorporating fresh citrus, delicate herbal notes, and lightly sparkling elements that evoke the breezy sophistication of a European summer.

Operating hours: 12 PM – 3AM

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Located within Suria KLCC, Open House offers a contemporary Malaysian dining experience where tradition meets thoughtful innovation, even in its beverages. The mocktail menu leans into local ingredients, reimagining familiar flavours such as pandan, calamansi, and lemongrass into cooling, palate-cleansing drinks. Ideal for a midday reprieve from the city’s heat, the airy, modern space paired with its refreshing, culturally rooted mocktails creates a calm yet elevated escape in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

Operating hours: 11:30AM – 10 PM

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Behind its unassuming facade in Petaling Street lies PS150, a bar celebrated for its theatricality and layered storytelling through drinks. While known for its cocktails, its mocktail programme is equally inventive, often featuring unexpected ingredients, intricate garnishes, and bold flavour combinations. Drinks here feel almost archival, drawing inspiration from regional and historical influences, resulting in complex, cooling concoctions that reward slow sipping in its moody, multi-room interior.

Operating hours: 6PM – 2AM

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A neighbourhood favourite with a breezy, garden-like ambience, Lisette’s Café & Bakery is the kind of place where long, languid afternoons feel natural. Its mocktails reflect this easygoing charm, light, fruit-forward, and refreshingly uncomplicated, often built around fresh juices, herbs, and gentle carbonation. Whether paired with brunch or enjoyed on their own, these drinks offer a cooling reset, especially when sipped in the café’s sunlit, greenery-filled surroundings.

Operating hours: 8AM – 7PM

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Hidden behind an unmarked entrance, Jibril Setapak leans into its speakeasy identity with a menu that surprises beyond its famed buttermilk dishes. The mocktails here are vibrant and crowd-pleasing, often featuring bold fruit combinations, creamy textures, and visually striking presentations. Designed to complement its rich, flavourful food, these drinks provide a perfect balance, making them particularly satisfying after a hearty meal.

Operating hours: 12PM – 12AM

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Playful and unapologetically bold, Salty Sippy approaches beverages with an experimental spirit that carries through to its mocktails. Expect unconventional pairings, sweet meeting savoury, tangy offset by subtle salinity, crafted into drinks that are both thirst-quenching and conversation-starting. The vibrant, contemporary setting also enhances the experience, making it a go-to for those seeking something a little different from the usual fruit-based refreshers.

Operating hours: 7PM – 2AM (Closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday)

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While primarily known for its award-winning coffee, 103 Coffee extends its precision-driven philosophy into its non-caffeinated offerings. Its espresso mocktails often incorporate elements of speciality brewing, cold brews, teas, or clarified juices, resulting in drinks that are clean, balanced, and refreshingly nuanced. Minimalist in presentation yet deeply considered in flavour, these beverages are ideal for those who need a little caffeine fix after their lunch break.

Operating hours: 7:30AM – 8:30PM

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Blending Sri Lankan influences with modern dining, Mantra offers a beverage programme that mirrors its bold, spice-driven cuisine. Its mocktails frequently highlight tropical fruits, aromatic spices, and herbal elements, creating drinks that are both cooling and flavour-forward. In a space defined by warm textures and contemporary elegance, these beverages provide a refreshing counterpoint. Perfect for balancing the menu’s stronger drinks, especially if you want to skip the next-day hangover.

Operating hours: 4:30PM – 2AM

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