Our Story

About Bunn Choon

Our Story

A taste of Kuala Lumpur since 1893—where time-honoured craftsmanship, familiar flavours and treasured memories continue to bring generations together.
Bunn Choon pastry counter and tea house interior
Historic Bunn Choon tea house team at work
Traditional Bunn Choon pastry craftsmanship

Brand Story

One Heritage Brand, Two Generations of Memories

To younger generations, Bunn Choon® is the home of crisp, silky egg tarts. For those over 40, it recalls the fragrance of tea, warm pastries and unhurried mornings in an old Kuala Lumpur tea house.

The story began on Jalan Petaling with Wong Kee Swee, who came from Xinhui, Guangdong, China, to Malaya. After working in a local tea house, he took over the business when its owner left Malaya and established Bunn Choon® Restaurant in 1893.

Each morning, the team kneaded dough, baked biscuits and carefully calculated how much to make and sell. The work was demanding yet deeply rewarding—and it shaped the discipline and craftsmanship that still define Bunn Choon today.

Now housed in a double-storey shop beside Kwai Chai Hong, the original signboard once again stands proudly above a wider menu of egg tarts, lau po bing, kaya puffs, dumplings, radish cake, traditional soups, desserts and sweet soups.

Present-day yellow Bunn Choon heritage shopfront with its representative

More Than 130 Years of Heritage

Crafted with Passion, Shared Across Generations

Since 1893, Bunn Choon has preserved the authentic taste of traditional Chinese pastries and Hong Kong-style dim sum. What began as a humble tea house in the heart of Kuala Lumpur has grown into one of Malaysia's most recognised heritage food brands, welcoming locals and travellers from around the world.

For us, food is more than something to eat—it is a tradition, a memory and a connection between generations. Every freshly baked egg tart, handcrafted pastry and classic dim sum carries more than a century of dedication to recipes and techniques that have stood the test of time.

Whether it is a family breakfast, an afternoon tea or a gift for loved ones, every visit creates a memory worth sharing. As our journey continues, our commitment remains unchanged: to honour our heritage, preserve traditional craftsmanship and share the timeless taste of Bunn Choon with generations to come.

More than a tea house—Bunn Choon is a living symbol of Kuala Lumpur's culture, history and enduring flavours.

Our Purpose

Preserving Yesterday, Inspiring Tomorrow

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Our Vision

To make Bunn Choon the iconic heritage dim sum brand that everyone remembers, visits and brings home with them when they come to Kuala Lumpur.
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Our Mission

To preserve more than a century of traditional craftsmanship by creating authentic flavours that people cherish and return for.
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Brand Positioning

Visit Kuala Lumpur. Taste Bunn Choon's famous egg tarts. Share the tradition with Bunn Choon gifts.