Dear, Patrick: The Bandar Sri Damansara Café Serving Nostalgia, Family and Classic Comfort Food

In the quiet heart of Bandar Sri Damansara, a small café named Dear, Patrick has been winning hearts, not just for its food, but for the story behind it. Founded by Patrick Chin and his son Mervin Chin, the restaurant blends family legacy, simple comfort, and nostalgic Western dishes into one warm, home-style dining experience.

The Founding Story of Dear, Patrick 

For decades, Patrick Chin worked in telecommunications, spending long days fixing cables and handling field work. Back then, his favourite indulgence after a long week was a classic sizzling chicken chop, the kind served on a hot plate, dripping in black pepper sauce. It became a symbol of joy, reward, and family.

After retiring, Patrick dreamed of opening his own café, one that captured that same feeling of satisfaction. His son Mervin, a professional chef, decided to make it happen. Together, they built Dear, Patrick, a name that feels like a letter from son to father, filled with warmth and gratitude.

The café stands today as a family restaurant built not on trends, but on sincerity, nostalgia, and love for the food that shaped their past.

Step inside Dear, Patrick and you’ll instantly feel transported. The café’s interior, with warm wooden panels, retro posters, and vintage accents, feels like stepping into a photo from the 1980s. Every corner tells a story: one of simpler times, handwritten menus, and milkshakes served in tall glasses.

The café even welcomes pets, because to the Chins, family includes the furry ones too. 

The Icons of Nostalgic Comfort Food

At Dear, Patrick, the menu celebrates the flavours of the past, reimagined with modern warmth. These are the must-try dishes that keep regulars coming back. The café’s hero dish, the Sizzling Black Pepper Chicken, arrives on a steaming cast-iron plate. The sauce bubbles as it hits the surface, enveloping the air with a rich black-pepper aroma. The chicken chop is tender, the edges crisp, served with fries and vegetables, just like the old days.

For Patrick, this dish is personal. It was the meal he treated himself to after a long day of work, and now it’s the dish that defines his café’s soul.

Messy, hearty, and fun, the 1980s Original Coney Dog is a nostalgic trip on a plate. A juicy chicken frankfurter rests in a sesame bun, topped with seasoned minced chicken, tomato paste, and pickled onions, all served with a side of crispy fries.

It’s not fine dining, it’s feel-good dining. A perfect representation of the “old Western café” experience many Malaysians grew up loving.

No trip to Dear, Patrick is complete without their signature milkshakes, thick, creamy, and made the old-fashioned way. From the indulgent mocha chocolate to the banana split version, each sip is pure nostalgia.

Served tall with whipped cream and a cherry on top, these milkshakes remind us of a time when dessert was meant to be shared and savoured slowly.

Modern Western Food with a Nostalgic Twist

While Dear, Patrick celebrates old-school flavours, Mervin has added a touch of innovation to the menu. Beyond the sizzling plates and milkshakes, you’ll find modern comfort dishes like tamagoyaki rice bowls and mentaiko pastas, a reflection of how family recipes can evolve without losing their roots.

This balance between heritage and creativity makes Dear, Patrick one of the most unique cafés in Bandar Sri Damansara, a place where every generation can find something they love.

What makes Dear, Patrick so special isn’t just its food, it’s the meaning behind it.

It’s a story about a father’s dream and a son’s craft, about keeping things simple in a fast-moving world. When you dine here, you’re not just eating a meal, you’re tasting a memory, a legacy, and the love that brought it to life.

It’s this sincerity that keeps the tables filled, the customers smiling, and the milkshakes flowing.

What to Order at Dear, Patrick Café Bandar Sri Damansara

If you’re visiting for the first time, here’s how to enjoy the full Dear, Patrick experience:

Sizzling Black Pepper Chicken — their signature must-try dish. 

1980s Original Coney Dog — classic comfort food, best eaten with both hands.

Chocolate Milkshake or Banana Split — the perfect nostalgic finish.

Pro tip: sit by the window, enjoy the warm retro playlist, and let the charm of the place take you back to simpler times.

Dear, Patrick Café Location, Hours & Details

Address: No. 38, Jalan Damar 15/1, Bandar Sri Damansara, Kuala Lumpur 

Opening Hours: 11 AM – 10 PM (Closed on Tuesdays) 

Pet-Friendly: Yes (outdoor seating available) 

Reservations: Walk-ins welcomed

Whether you’re here for a weekend brunch or a weekday treat, Dear, Patrick is the kind of café that reminds you what dining out is really about,  good food, good company, and stories that linger long after the meal ends.

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