A food trip in Taiwan can be quite overwhelming. With tons of restaurants and numerous stalls at night markets, it can be a little difficult to choose where to eat. As such, we prepared this quick guide on where to eat when in Taipei.
Full Want
Address: No.133-2, Sec. 1, Fuxing S. Rd., Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Operating Hours: 07:00-19:00
Named after the owner’s father, Full Want is a sandwich restaurant that uses the tepanyaki technique in preparing their products.
They were founded by the second generation of Shiang-Lian tepanyaki from the Ningxia night market. They have many creative recipes, like the tepanyaki toast and hot pressed sandwiches. We especially loved their steak sandwich!
Full Want also offers delicious Milk Tea that you can buy by the cup or by the bottle if you want to take it home. The Black Milk Tea is delicious when paired with any of their sandwiches, especially the spicy ones.
Kao Chi
Address: No.1, Yongkang St., Da’an Dist., Taipei City, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Operating Hours:09:30-22:30
One of the bigger restaurants in the middle of the city, Kao Chi started in 1949 as a mere a stall on the street. They were known for their Shanghai snacks, which later evolved into more selections while still staying true to traditions.
They are known for their Shanghai Pan-friend bun where the pork buns are fried fresh in iron cooking pots.
Aside from the pork buns, they offer a wide variety of food that is truly authentic. The restaurant is perfect for big groups as they offer their servings family style. You have to try the Pork Belly that is sliced on the table to be placed in a mantou bun.
Jinfeng
Address: No. 10, Sec.1, Roosevelt Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
With a long line out the street, it is easy to find Jin Feng. It is one of the places you should visit if you are looking for food that is less expensive yet still rich in taste.
They offer Taiwan’s signature Braised Minced Pork Rice. The owner explains that the one they have is quite special as it has a combination of spices that finds the perfect flavor to suit different tastes.
The restaurant has been in business for over 30 years now and is one of United Daily News’ Top 5 Of Must Try Taiwanese Cuisines. You have to try the minced pork and the pork belly with some steamed white rice.
San Ho Yan
Address: No.14, Ln.101, Sec.4, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Da’an Dist., Taipei City, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
San Ho Yan is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Taipei. It matches the quirky food they have to offer.
The owner explains that their cuisine is a mixture of old and new generations, giving twists to old dishes to give it a fresher and newer approach. The way they serve their dishes is extra artistic with decorations and colors that will tickle your fancy.
Some of their dishes are inspired by Super Mario and other games, making the food not only delicious, but also fun to eat.
Le Ble D’or
Address: 4F, No. 1, Sec. 1, Chengde Rd., Datong Dist., Taipei City, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
If you are looking to have some cocktails and beer, then Le Ble D’Or is the place for you to check out. They offer craft beer and amazing food to match.
Taiwan is not only the home of authentic Chinese food but also of different cuisines. This platter is a celebration of different nations when it comes to food.
Perfect to pair with their craft beer and your friends!
There are so many restaurants in Taiwan that you have to try! If you find others that you find interesting, share them with us in the comments section below.
