Cotta, the self-proclaimed ricotta-obsessed cafe, is redefining Kuala Lumpur’s modern cafe scene with its ricotta-focused dining concept. Following its relocation to the prominent Level 6 rooftop space of Verve Shops in Mont Kiara, the hidden gem cafe has continued to expand and strengthen its market position while giving locals and travelers a delicious, creamy, and cheesy new way to experience Kuala Lumpur’s culinary wonders and a lush, plant-filled, picture-perfect rooftop destination.

As food increasingly becomes the new passport to local cultures, demand for unique, local culinary experiences has grown among travelers. In Kuala Lumpur, heritage, reinvention, migration, and a new generation of independent creators are shaping the city’s culinary identity, and Cotta sits firmly within this space. As the premier ricotta-led cafe in Kuala Lumpur, Cotta introduces a craft-driven dining approach that offers travelers a unique, authentic taste of Kuala Lumpur through its fresh, homemade ricotta cheese.

Founded during the pandemic by Ivan Chong, Cotta began as a small, tucked-away cafe in Damansara Heights. With no culinary background and limited capital, Ivan developed the ricotta-based restaurant concept. He taught himself ricotta making through online resources and started by only serving three sandwiches with his signature ricotta cheese. His team, like himself, has no F&B background. He assembled a team of people looking for second chances and driven by passion because that is what Cotta represents. Through its simple yet bold dining concept built around fresh, handcrafted ricotta cheese that is made daily from 100% Malaysian milk, Cotta has established itself as a must-visit cafe with must-have delicacies like the Chuck Mooris, Peruvian chicken, and the smoked duck breast. The restaurant continues to gain widespread recognition for its ricotta-first menu and ambient, plant-filled atmosphere.

According to Ivan, Cotta is proof that one well-made ingredient can lead an entire menu and start a culinary movement. He shared that the idea behind Cotta’s founding was purely driven by passion and that there wasn’t a lot of strategic thought behind it. He only set out to explore his love for cooking and to get himself moving during a low time during the pandemic. This led to transforming traditional Italian ricotta into a local creation that fits right into Malaysia’s vibrant food culture. Its unique dining concept has maintained a 4.9-star rating.

“I founded Cotta after a particularly devastating career hit. My main objective with Cotta was to rebuild my career through my passion. At the time, the goal was to build a small but heartfelt menu made with love and passion, and that’s how our first three sandwiches came about. Now, we have grown into a recognized culinary destination for locals and international travelers and I couldn’t be prouder.”

Ivan also shared that the new era of food discovery travel has helped Cotta’s ricotta-focused dining stand out as one of Kuala Lumpur’s emerging culinary destinations. “Travelers are now choosing destinations through food,” he said. “People want handmade ingredients, authentic flavors, and welcoming spaces. With our hidden rooftop space and handmade ricotta dining, we are positioned right in the heart of this trend.”

In addition to its dine-in experiences, Cotta has also expanded into wholesale ricotta production. The restaurant now supplies fresh ricotta to supermarkets, businesses, restaurants, and cafes throughout Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. Moreover, the hidden rooftop cafe’s operational model makes it a perfect, ‘Instagramable’ destination for tourists. Cotta is an all-day dining destination that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 8 am to 10 pm. Its menu ranges from fresh salads to gourmet sandwiches, pastas, desserts, and drinks, making it a family-friendly cafe and a prime dating spot for couples. Cotta is also pet-friendly, allowing families to enjoy a fine dining experience with their furry companions.

Cotta’s dining model aligns with Kuala Lumpur’s growing reputation as a culinary tourism destination. As interest in experiential, ingredient-focused dining experiences grows across the globe, the family-friendly cafe is leading Kuala Lumpur’s cafe scene by positioning itself as a premier ricotta-obsessed restaurant.

“From the beginning, Cotta has been about redefining the food experience our way. We are proud that our ricotta-based dining concept has earned us a loyal community that continues to grow with us. Even as we grow, we remain committed to redefining dining experiences for travelers from around the world with our Malaysian style ricotta cheese,” concluded Ivan.

For more information, visit https://cotta.com.my. The rooftop cafe opens from 8am to 10pm every day and provides free Wi-Fi for guests.

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Company Name: Cotta
Contact Person: Ivan Chong Han
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Phone: +60123021755
Address:L6-1A, Verve Shops Mont Kiara. No.8 Jalan Kiara 5, Mont Kiara.
State: Kuala Lumpur 50480
Country: Malaysia
Website: https://cotta.com.my