Pink shipping container cafe and nine-grid bento boxes: Taichung’s newest Instagram hotspot

▲“ㄚㄚ贩店 x ㄚㄚLunch Box” has only been in operation for about 30 days, yet visitors are already convinced it will become one of Taichung’s newest check-in spots. (Photo/Netizen)bonnie60536Provided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

Reported by Wang Junyuan / Compiled by HowToTrip

Opened in mid-June, “ㄚㄚ贩店 x ㄚㄚLunch Box” has put great effort into both its overall design and cuisine, combining a pink shipping container with creative nine-grid bento boxes, allowing customers to collect two photogenic elements at once. The concept quickly resonated with the public, making it the area’s latest Instagram-worthy landmark.

▲%strong>Exquisite and delicious nine-grid bento boxes that are not only photogenic but also win over customers’ hearts. (Photo/Courtesy of ㄚㄚ贩店 x ㄚㄚLunch Box fan page)ㄚㄚ贩店 x ㄚㄚLunch BoxFan page)

Currently, the menu mainly features nine-grid bento boxes, with as many as seven options. Each small compartment is packed with delicious dishes, allowing you to enjoy a variety of fresh ingredients in one go—perfect for girls with smaller appetites. Beyond satisfying your cravings, the playful table decorations also make for great photo ops, adding more charm to your shots.

▲The compact space is filled with photo-worthy elements, which explains why it has captivated so many girls. (Photo/Netizen, provided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)cokexingProvided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

The entire “ㄚㄚ贩店 x ㄚㄚLunch Box” space consists of two pink shipping containers, along with connecting walkways and an outdoor dining area. The interior has a tasteful, literary youth vibe, with string lights adding a dreamy yet not overly tacky touch. Dried flower arrangements overhead further complement the Korean-style aesthetic.

▲The pink shipping container has sent netizens’ hearts aflutter, with many taking endless beautiful photos. (Photo/Netizen, provided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)sunday_yin0104Provided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

“Take photos everywhere you go” is a common compliment from visitors. There’s always a pink wall backdrop nearby, so you’ll never have to worry about finding a spot to shoot. Just strike a casual pose and you can easily snap those Insta-worthy photos. If you love food and sharing photos, why not visit before it becomes even more popular?

ㄚㄚ贩店 x ㄚㄚLunch Box
Location: No. 364, Xinghua 1st Road, Tanzi District, Taichung City
Business Hours: 11:00–14:30, 17:00–20:00 (Closed on Tuesdays, open until 21:00 on Wednesdays)