Dine under the city sky! Discover Taiwan's top 10 most stunning "view restaurants"

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Looking for a place that’s fun, delicious, and offers beautiful scenery—but having trouble finding one?HowToTriphas selected the 10 most popular view restaurants online, allowing you to enjoy gourmet food and scenic views in nature, and even spend the night in the mountains and forests.

▲ No need to go to Hokkaido—you can admire beautiful lavender fields right here in Taiwan. (Photo / fromLavender Forest’s official fan page)

1. Taichung Xinshe Lavender Forest
▲ The biggest highlight here is that you can see vast lavender fields without traveling all the way to Hokkaido. There are also many romantic setups, adorable art installations, and even a merry-go-round where you can take a 360-degree spin to enjoy this sea of purple flowers—childlike fun included. How can you not visit when you're in Taichung?

Address: No. 20, Zhongxing St., Xinshe District, Taichung City

▲ With its French village charm, Heart Garden attracts many couples and newlyweds for outings and wedding banquets. (Photo / fromHeart Garden’s official fan page)

2. Taichung Dakeng Heart Garden
▲ Known as a paradise for couples and newlyweds, Heart Garden is designed with the imagery of a French village. It is divided into a “Celebration Area” for wedding banquets and a “Date Area” for regular visitors. Each month, there’s also a different themed small market to explore—truly a must-visit spot in Taichung.

Address: No. 1, Fangting Rd., Beitun District, Taichung City
▲ Business hours: 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM

3. Taichung Xinshe Peach and Plum Riverside
▲ Thanks to its natural geographical advantages, Xinshe is home to many well-known view restaurants. Surrounded by lush mountains and greenery, Peach and Plum Riverside boasts picturesque scenery akin to a hidden paradise. Its refined cuisine attracts loyal customers, while its heavenly garden views and the autumn osmanthus path are must-see spots. You can also enjoy fireflies in April and May.

Address: No. 98-1, Zhongxing St., Xinshe District, Taichung City
▲ Business hours: 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM

▲ Starry Sky is Nantou’s highest view restaurant. (Photo / fromStarry Sky’s official website)

4. Nantou Starry Sky
▲ Located next to the Monkey Well Amusement Area in Nantou City, Starry Sky is the highest view restaurant on the Bagua Mountain Range. The park is creatively designed—with lounge chairs under trees, swaying wish cards, and starlight-inspired light art—making it the best spot for night views in Nantou. It’s also known as the “Secret Realm of Happiness.”

Address: No. 200, Lane 146, Houwanting St., Nantou City
▲ Business hours: Weekdays 5:00 PM to midnight; holidays 11:00 AM to midnight

5. Miaoli ZhuoYe Cottage
Combining the features of a homestay and a restaurant, the biggest highlight of ZhuoYe Cottage is its rustic rural-style architecture and garden decor that blend perfectly with nature, evoking nostalgic childhood memories for many travelers. The homestay also offers charming round barn-style rooms, allowing guests to experience the joy of staying on a farm.

Address: No. 1-5, Bengshan, Sanyi Township, Miaoli County

▲ Orange Coffee is a great spot to enjoy a wonderful evening while traveling in Yilan. (Photo / fromOrange Coffee official website)

6. Yilan Orange Coffee
With stunning night views, Orange Coffee is an ideal place to spend a pleasant evening during your trip to Yilan. To ensure all visitors can enjoy the scenery with their coffee, Orange Coffee does not accept reservations and has no time restrictions on dining, making it a popular hangout for couples and groups of friends.

Address: 3rd Floor, No. 19, Zhen Shan Yi Cun, Yuanshan Township, Yilan County
Business hours: Weekdays & holidays, 1:30 PM – 10:00 PM; Fridays & Saturdays until 12:00 AM (Closed on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of each month)

▲ Enjoy panoramic views of the Greater Taipei night skyline from the rooftop. (Photo / fromRooftop Fan Page)

7. Taipei Yangmingshan The Top Rooftop
Want to enjoy the night view of the Greater Taipei Basin while indulging in delicious food? Located in the back hills of Yangmingshan, “The Top” offers a beautifully lit, atmospheric setting and might be the perfect choice. Each section at The Top has a different view and design ambiance, but pricing varies, and there’s also a minimum spending requirement—so it’s best to check in advance.

Address: No. 33, Lane 4, Aly. 61, Kaisyuan Rd., Shilin District, Taipei City
Business hours: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM

▲ Miaoli’s Sky City covers a vast area, featuring not only Western-style castles but also Japanese-themed zones. (Photo / fromSky City 'Heaven Castle' Official Website)

8. Miaoli Dahu Township Sky City 'Heaven Castle'
This adorable little fortress stands in the mountainous area of Dahu, Miaoli, where visitors can enjoy afternoon tea while taking in the scenic views of nearby Liyu Lake. In addition to the Western-style castle, the park also features a Japanese-themed “Bird vs. Human” area for those who love Japanese culture.

Address: No. 33, Shifen, Dahu Township, Miaoli County
Business hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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