Traveling Through Time – 3 Charming Historic Cafés in Taoyuan
▲ The decor and furnishings are delightfully nostalgic. (Photo / mimi Han)
Travel Center / Comprehensive Report
Just because something is old doesn’t mean it’s outdated—sometimes it’s even more charming. The timeless vintage trend isn’t just popular in fashion—it’s also making waves in the food and beverage scene. All kinds of cafés, restaurants, and bars converted from historic buildings have sprung up like mushrooms, giving young people a new way to connect with history. In Taoyuan, northern Taiwan, there are three particularly popular historic cafés/restaurants. Their classic Chinese architecture and retro interiors offer a surreal journey through time, leaving a deep impression on visitors.
Luzhu Dafudi X Du’s House Café
Located near the A17 Linghang Station of the Taoyuan Airport MRT, “Luzhu Dafudi” is a 300–400-year-old Anhui-style traditional house. Its owner dismantled the structure in Anhui, China, and reassembled it piece by piece in Taiwan, creating the illusion of stepping through a magical door—from Taoyuan to Anhui in an instant. The historic building also houses a café, allowing visitors to enjoy coffee while soaking in centuries of history.
▲ The ambiance is full of nostalgic charm. (Photo / mimi Han)
Address: No. 1632, Section 2, Long’an Street, Taoyuan District
Phone: 03-3131095
Business Hours: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Transportation: Accessible via Taoyuan Airport MRT (A17 Linghang Station)
Bakuai Art Studio
Once an old clinic over 60 years old, Bakuai Art Studio in Taoyuan has been transformed into a cultural salon café. The first floor serves as a dining area, while the second floor houses a studio, music room, and the owner’s workspace, which can be rented for rehearsals or art exhibitions. The entire space radiates a strong hipster vibe. It also served as a filming location for popular idol dramas “Falling Into Your Smile” and “My Ghost Boyfriend.” The blend of old and new design elements is truly fascinating.
▲ The architecture and interior design are full of character. (Photo / mimi Han)
▲ Every corner exudes artistic ambience.
Address: No. 46, Changxing Road, Bade District, Taoyuan City
Phone: 03-3682636
Business Hours: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
House+Cafe
House + Café in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, is a renovated historic building—the 1910 “Red House,” a century-old heritage site. Now primarily operating as a restaurant with an art gallery as a secondary feature, it hosts irregular art exhibitions and concerts. Outdoors, there’s a charming greenery-filled dining area where, on a sunny afternoon, sunlight streams through transparent glass, casting a dreamy Lomo-filter-like glow that leaves visitors enchanted.
▲ The classic red-bricked building. (Photo / Reporter Peng Huaiyu, same below)
▲ The café often holds dining events and activities.
Address: No. 32, Zhengda Street, Zhongli City, Taoyuan County
Phone: (03) 281-1910
Business Hours: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Share
This article is published by HowToTrip. Sharing and reposting are welcome — please credit the source.
Article URL: https://www.howtotrip.net/views-3388
Related Articles
- Shaoxing's "Grandpa Gourd" hangs the gourds back up: "If there are too many people, we'll interact less — just take a quick look from afar"
- Chinese authorities announce "reciprocal adjustment" to Japan visa fees — single-entry visa jumps from 2,250 to 16,750 yen!
- The "health stones" carried by a traveler were found to have radiation levels exceeding safety limits by a thousand times, potentially endangering fellow passengers on the same flight. Customs issues warning!
- Shenzhen Airport Issues Late-Night Notice: Unidentified Aerial Object Detected, Causing Widespread Flight Delays!
- “They only said it cost money after I opened the box and washed it!” 200g of grapes sold for 60 yuan on a high-speed train—12306 responds!
- Can't buy an airline ticket? Denied exit? Blocked from boarding? A large number of Chinese tourists have mysteriously become "discredited individuals"
- Adverse weather and economic fluctuations impact Colombia's coffee market
- Beach bathing area responds to 2 yuan/30 seconds fee for freshwater foot rinsing: Clearly priced!
- Taking off with an improperly closed cabin door? Wing malfunction? Multiple flights made emergency returns mid-journey!
- Experience the gifts of nature！ A countdown of the world’s ten most stunning coastlines