Dalí’s melting clock décor is outrageously wild at Yilan’s “Time Capsule” vegetarian Cantonese dim sum restaurant

▲ The restaurant is filled with playful Dalí-inspired melting clock decorations, offering a uniquely striking visual experience. (Photo / Screenshot fromVegetarian - Time Capsule Vegetarian Theme HallFan page)

Reported by Wang Junyuan / Comprehensive report

Known for its Cantonese-style vegetarian dim sum, “Time Capsule” has successfully overturned the public’s stereotypes about plant-based food through chefs’ creative cooking techniques that transform ingredients into highly sought-after dishes. The restaurant also incorporates elements of Dalí’s melting clocks, making its walls, furnishings, and dining chairs incredibly eye-catching and whimsically surreal.

▲ The radio-shaped entrance door is a popular photo spot among netizens. (Photo / Provided by a netizen,hua_eePlease do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

Located in Jiaoxi, Yilan, this restaurant stands out right from its entrance, which resembles a giant retro radio yet carries a playful charm—making it a hotspot for visitors to snap photos before stepping inside. Inside, it offers an unexpected menu-less vegetarian cuisine and Cantonese dim sum experience.

▲ Clocks and hourglasses in various forms appear throughout the space as time-themed decorations. (Photo / Provided by a netizen,lynn7374777Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

As you move through the dining area, you’ll discover cool designs centered around the concept of “time.” Inspired by the great artist Dalí’s “soft watches,” the restaurant has transformed each long dining table into a floppy clock. Glancing around, you’ll also spot soft clock motifs integrated into special installations, while the ceiling is adorned with banners featuring Dalí’s portrait.

▲ A three-dimensional clock wall covered in plump round clocks has unexpectedly become a super-popular photo backdrop in the restaurant. (Photo / Provided by a netizen,maggie112308 & ching_11.2Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

In addition, the three-dimensional clock wall is a must-photo spot where visitors leave their mark. On a textured stone-like decorative wall, an array of differently sized round clocks are displayed, not only echoing the restaurant’s name but also creating a pop-art-inspired scene that has become a favorite background for hipsters.

▲ %That is, the creative use of soft clocks and other time-themed elements adds humor and surprise to the dining experience. (Photo / Provided by a netizen,Vegetarian - Time Capsule Vegetarian Theme HallFan page, same below.)