Must-Have List: Taichung’s Top 6 Popular Desserts

Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Wu Pin-xuan, compiled and reported
 
Where are all the dessert lovers~~ It’s impossible to resist delicious desserts, even if it means waiting in a long line. Or maybe you have a second stomach just for sweets after your meal—then you definitely need to jot down these popular spots. We’ve selected six super popular, delicious, and photogenic desserts. Be sure to try them on your next trip to Taichung.

OvertureOverture Audit 366

Located in the bustling yet quiet Audit Village Cultural and Creative Park in downtown Taichung, the interior is loved by hipsters for its vintage charm, featuring terrazzo floors, wooden-framed windows, and red-brick white walls—perfect for unique photos.

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Overture Audit 366
Address: No. 366, Minsheng Road, West District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-23016801
Hours: 12:00–19:30
 

Komugi Wheat Child

A dessert shop housed in a renovated old house, hidden in the alleys of Taichung’s Liming New Village. It’s jointly run by a Japanese woman and a Taiwanese woman. Their specialty is cute small chiffon cakes in various flavors, oil-free and low-sugar, with a silky, fluffy, and soft texture.

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Komugi Wheat Child
Address: No. 6, Lane 59, Huai De Street, South District, Taichung City
Phone: (04)2255-2933
Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 12:00–20:00
 

KYOYA

Located in an alley near the art museum, this simple Kyoto-style shop has only a short six-hour business window each day. They offer a small, simple selection of items. Inside, there's a Kyoto memory exhibition, dried flower arrangements, picture books, and magazines that create a very relaxing atmosphere.

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KYOYA
Address: No. 103, Wucyue West 6th Street, West District, Taichung City
Hours: 12:00–18:00
 

CJSJ

CJSJ is a famous dessert shop in Taichung known for its long lines. The head pastry chef previously worked at a Michelin three-star restaurant. The shop is always packed, and its beautifully dreamy designs win over customers’ hearts. It offers both a treat for the taste buds and the eyes, with dessert flavors and items changing roughly every two months.