Work-friendly
A calm, quiet setting with natural light and working space suits remote work, meetings or an unhurried coffee.
District 12 K
Panther Cafe is a bright, relaxed cafe in District 12 K, with breakfast, coffee and light meals in a distinctive panther-themed interior. Reviews make it especially appealing for a quiet work session, a P breakfast, or drinks such as matcha latte and filter coffee.
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A calm, quiet setting with natural light and working space suits remote work, meetings or an unhurried coffee.
Breakfast is a strong draw, with reviewers specifically recommending the P breakfast and a large, filling English breakfast.
The lively panther decoration, natural light and modern styling give the cafe a memorable visual character.
Customers mention well-made espresso and cappuccino alongside Colombian V60 filter coffee, a signature blend and matcha.
The cafe welcomes pets, which is useful if you are looking for a coffee stop with your dog.
Reviews describe the location as convenient, with free parking and plenty of parking outside.
Multiple reviews describe the team as attentive and welcoming, including service that accommodates special requests such as very hot drinks.
The club sandwich was described as very tasty and large enough for one reviewer to take half away.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Panther Cafe in JVC, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“We had a lovely time at Panther Cafe. The coffee was delicious, as was the tiramisu. Many thanks to Bishal for being so lovely and providing a fantastic service. I'd highly recommend visiting.”
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“We had a lovely time at Panther Cafe. The coffee was delicious, as was the tiramisu. Many thanks to Bishal for being so lovely and providing a fantastic service. I'd highly recommend visiting.”August 2024
“Tiramisu was an awesome experience.”August 2025
“The ground beef, chicken hotdogs and beef burger they use are of top quality and flavourful.”
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“The ground beef, chicken hotdogs and beef burger they use are of top quality and flavourful.”August 2025
“The ground beef, chicken hotdogs and beef burger they use are of top quality and flavourful.”
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“The ground beef, chicken hotdogs and beef burger they use are of top quality and flavourful.”August 2025
“Very tasty and large club sandwich. I ate only half, took the rest with me.”
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“Very tasty and large club sandwich. I ate only half, took the rest with me.”August 2024
“Thanks to Chef Enil! Definitely recommend the english breakfast! Very big, filling and delicious!”
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“Thanks to Chef Enil! Definitely recommend the english breakfast! Very big, filling and delicious!”December 2023
“I ordered it online and the food was so good but the avocado toast was guacamole toast not avocado as we wanted it and as what it says in the menu.”
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“I ordered it online and the food was so good but the avocado toast was guacamole toast not avocado as we wanted it and as what it says in the menu.”December 2025
“My son ordered ocean breeze and nachos ! So delicious and tasty.”
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“My son ordered ocean breeze and nachos ! So delicious and tasty.”June 2024
“My son ordered ocean breeze and nachos ! So delicious and tasty.”
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“My son ordered ocean breeze and nachos ! So delicious and tasty.”June 2024
“I would highly recommend the P breakfast”
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“I would highly recommend the P breakfast”June 2025
“Cosi friendly coffee shop with good service 😊. The coffee's on point and the staff are super nice! 👍 Would def recommend trying their signature blend!”
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“Cosi friendly coffee shop with good service 😊. The coffee's on point and the staff are super nice! 👍 Would def recommend trying their signature blend!”December 2025
“Was amazing food and friendly staff, I had a smoked salmon on toast with pouch eggs, delicious ❤️❤️”
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“Was amazing food and friendly staff, I had a smoked salmon on toast with pouch eggs, delicious ❤️❤️”August 2025
“They serve filter coffee like we ordered the v60. Really good. From Colombia.”
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“They serve filter coffee like we ordered the v60. Really good. From Colombia.”June 2024
Mixed feedback
“We ordered pizza, and it was gone in no time. We ordered more straight away and they were kind enough to deliver too. Super delicious, fresh, the cafe has a great atmosphere and highly accommodating staff. We will definitely be back. Thank you”
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“We ordered pizza, and it was gone in no time. We ordered more straight away and they were kind enough to deliver too. Super delicious, fresh, the cafe has a great atmosphere and highly accommodating staff. We will definitely be back. Thank you”March 2024
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“I ordered it online and the food was so good but the avocado toast was guacamole toast not avocado as we wanted it and as what it says in the menu.”
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“Most importantly, the coffee is insanely good. My favourite espresso by a mile, I honestly couldn’t believe how good it is.”
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“Most importantly, the coffee is insanely good. My favourite espresso by a mile, I honestly couldn’t believe how good it is.”January 2024
“They serve filter coffee like we ordered the v60. Really good. From Colombia.”
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“They serve filter coffee like we ordered the v60. Really good. From Colombia.”June 2024
“Lovely cafe inside of JVC. I absolutely loved their breakfast options. A huge shoutout to Santosh, who always makes a delicious iced matcha latte. Thank you 🙏🏻”
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“Lovely cafe inside of JVC. I absolutely loved their breakfast options. A huge shoutout to Santosh, who always makes a delicious iced matcha latte. Thank you 🙏🏻”September 2024
“I opted for a matcha latte, my first time trying this unique beverage, while my mom enjoyed a regular cappuccino. To my pleasant surprise, the matcha latte tasted heavenly, resembling more of a sweet marshmallow flavor rather than the grassy taste often associated with matcha. This delightful experience was all thanks to Panther Cafe's expert preparation.”
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“I opted for a matcha latte, my first time trying this unique beverage, while my mom enjoyed a regular cappuccino. To my pleasant surprise, the matcha latte tasted heavenly, resembling more of a sweet marshmallow flavor rather than the grassy taste often associated with matcha. This delightful experience was all thanks to Panther Cafe's expert preparation.”March 2024
“The taste of food at Panthers JVC especially Persian tea and fries were amazing.Reshadi De Silva is a very kind and efficient steward. Nice ambience and pipe music.”
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“The taste of food at Panthers JVC especially Persian tea and fries were amazing.Reshadi De Silva is a very kind and efficient steward. Nice ambience and pipe music.”October 2025
“Awesome experience, Spanish Latte was amazing, atmosphere was relaxing, food was nice and light which complements the good coffee, would definitely recommend.”
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“Awesome experience, Spanish Latte was amazing, atmosphere was relaxing, food was nice and light which complements the good coffee, would definitely recommend.”January 2024
“2. Pizza was hard and dry. I didn't mind the bacon but it wasn't listed on the menu. Sausages were dry as the photo shows. Not sure how you validated it wasn't the case.”
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“2. Pizza was hard and dry. I didn't mind the bacon but it wasn't listed on the menu. Sausages were dry as the photo shows. Not sure how you validated it wasn't the case.”February 2025
“The flat white is the size of a double espresso, and the prices are high. If you decide to serve such a small flat white at that price, then you clearly don’t have a clear idea of what you’re doing.”
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“The flat white is the size of a double espresso, and the prices are high. If you decide to serve such a small flat white at that price, then you clearly don’t have a clear idea of what you’re doing.”April 2025
Try breakfast. Consider the P breakfast or English breakfast; both received specific praise, with the latter described as big and filling.
Check early doors. If visiting around 7am, check that the entrance is not being left open during cleaning, as one guest reported flies getting inside.
Verify takeaway. For delivery or takeaway, confirm whether avocado toast uses sliced avocado or guacamole, and ask for cutlery before leaving.
Bring your laptop. The quiet atmosphere and working space make it a practical place to work, particularly when you want a change of environment.
Explore filter coffee. If espresso drinks are not your preference, ask about the Colombian V60 filter coffee mentioned by a reviewer.
Expect variation. Coffee feedback is mixed, so if you are particular about size or flavour, clarify the drink before ordering.
Plan the visit
During an early visit, cleaning left the doors open and flies entered, which significantly affected the food-service experience.
One reviewer reported waiting roughly 35–40 minutes for an order and said the cafe was not reliable for timely service.
A review described the pizza as hard and dry and the sausages as dry, despite praising the staff.
Some guests found the food smaller than expected; one pancake order reportedly came with only one sliced strawberry.
Coffee opinions vary, and one reviewer found the flat white unusually small for its price while another did not enjoy the coffee.
The Bottom Line
Panther Cafe is a bright, panther-themed cafe in District 12 K that works especially well for breakfast, coffee and a quiet change of scene. You can settle in with the P breakfast, try the large English breakfast, or order a matcha latte; Colombian V60 filter coffee is another useful find for people who prefer a brewed cup. The room is repeatedly described as peaceful, airy and suitable for working, meetings or simply taking a break.
Natural light, distinctive decor and a pet-friendly policy add to its appeal, while reviewers also mention free parking and plenty of spaces outside. The club sandwich and tiramisu have both earned specific praise, and service is usually described as warm and attentive. There are a few reasons to manage expectations.
Coffee opinions are not uniform, and one guest found the flat white tiny for its price. Another reported a 35–40-minute wait, dry pizza and sausages, while a separate visit found pancakes came with only one sliced strawberry. Early-morning cleaning reportedly left the doors open and allowed flies inside.
For takeaway, double-check that avocado toast matches your expectation and request cutlery before leaving.