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Abell's Kopi Tiam

7 Furneaux St, Griffith ACT 2603, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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Find Abell's Kopi Tiam

7 Furneaux St, Griffith ACT 2603, Australia

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+61 2 6239 4199
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Abell's Kopi Tiam

Step past the glass front in Griffith into a classic kopitiam where the kitchen rarely misses a beat. Decades of regulars treat the dining room as Canberra’s quiet standard for Malaysian cooking—tender beef rendang, coconut-rich seafood laksa, and crisp spring rolls. When the cold rolls in, the heated curb tent keeps dinners warm with outdoor heaters and blankets, winding down with bowls of sticky black rice pudding.

  • Heated Winter Courtyard: Enclosed sidewalk tent equipped with dedicated heaters and blankets for cold Canberra evenings.
  • Heritage Malaysian Flavours: Rich beef rendang, wok-tossed char kway teow with sambal, and fragrant seafood laksa packed with heat.
  • Traditional Sweets & Drinks: Traditional Malaysian sweets like pulut hitam, sago gula Melaka, and pandan crepes alongside classic pulled drinks.
  • Welcoming Hospitality: Affable front-of-house service and steady culinary consistency keep long-time locals returning across decades.
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Why Diners Choose Abell's Kopi Tiam

Unapologetic Malaysian spice, heated courtyard comfort, and twenty years of warm hospitality—reserve your table today.

  • Aromatic, Transportive Malaysian Cooking

    Bold spice pastes, fragrant laksas, and richly stewed curries deliver the unapologetic depth and aromatic intensity of authentic Malaysian cooking.

    flavour infusion sending you all the way back to Malaysia

    john mitchell

  • Heritage Kopitiam Beverages and Sweets

    The kitchen honours genuine kopitiam tradition, serving authentic pulled kopi and teh sweetened with condensed milk alongside heritage desserts like pulut hitam.

    Most authentic M'sian/S'porean kopi and teh with condensed milk that we've had in Cbr, and the empty mugs say it all.

    Aaron Chuah

  • Sheltered and Heated Winter Courtyard Seating

    Canberra's chilly evenings are kept at bay in the sheltered outdoor space, where outdoor heating and dedicated blankets ensure diners stay warm.

    Great touch with blankets for each outdoor chair. Nice and warm outside too

    Deja Re-Vu

  • Generous and High-Value Banquet Feasts

    Designed for seamless group dining, generous banquet options allow tables to sample a wide array of signature dishes at accessible value.

    the banquet option is great value

    Jennifer Kellett

  • A Welcoming Setting for Family and Group Gatherings

    Attentive, hospitable service and a comfortable room create an inviting, relaxed atmosphere suited for celebratory meals and get-togethers.

    making it a great place to enjoy a meal with family or friends.

    The Reviewer Canberra

  • Two Decades of Trusted Culinary Consistency

    Decades of stable stewardship ensure loyal regulars and returning diners encounter the same dependable quality on every visit.

    I’ve been going to Kopi Tiam for over 20 years and the consistency of amazing food is to be commended.

    Christine Casey (Xtine KC)

Unapologetically bold Malaysian staples and heritage sweets consistently praised by diners.

  • Pork and Mushroom Spring Rolls

    The spring rolls were some of the best I have ever had! Crisp outside, large, mushy on the inside with wow flavor.

    caroline s

  • Beef Rendang

    The beef rendang simply melted in my mouth slightly heated with piquant peppers.

    caroline s

  • Char Kway Teow

    The char kway teow was delicious, especially with the sambal

    Sophie Tomassen

  • Sticky Black Rice Pudding

    the sticky black rice pudding was am absolute delight. I will need to return for the pudding.

    Sophie Tomassen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is outdoor seating available during colder weather?

Yes. The restaurant features sheltered outdoor seating equipped with heaters, blankets, and doonas, making it comfortable even during chilly Canberra winter nights.

Should I book a table in advance?

Reservations are recommended. While staff occasionally accommodate last-minute walk-ins, you may face a wait during peak dining times if you have not booked ahead.

Are vegetarian and vegan options available?

Yes. The menu features vegetarian choices, including vegan-friendly options like vegan Mee Goreng and Nasi Goreng, alongside tofu-based dishes.

What traditional drinks and desserts can I order?

Alongside standard dining dishes, traditional Malaysian kopitiam beverages such as kopi and teh with condensed milk are available, as well as classic desserts like pulut hitam (black sticky rice pudding), sago gula Melaka, and pandan crepes.

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