Endless floral wonders in sight: Top 10 most popular forest-themed restaurants across Taiwan

▲ The exquisitely designed indoor setting at Q Garden Cafe has left influencers amazed. (Photo/Netizen)shih_suProvided. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

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In recent years, the food and beverage scene has been swept up in a forest trend, where decorations of various sizes of plants and flowers create a tropical rainforest-like ambiance indoors. This allows diners to enjoy their meals as if they were in a world of blossoms, and snap endless photos after eating. WalkerLand (窝客岛) has compiled a list of the top ten most-searched forest-themed restaurants online—gather your friends and check them out now!

▲ J.C.co Art Kitchen combines green gardening with borderless cuisine, featuring ultra-playful decor that’s truly refreshing. Photo/IG@winnieyenyen.diaryProvided. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

1. J.C.co Art Kitchen
This restaurant, offering a mix of Chinese, Italian, Thai, Korean, and European cuisines, is filled with plants and accompanied by fairy-tale-like music and tableware, making you feel as though you’ve stepped into a dreamlike realm. Together with collaborations with Senjie Space Art Design, it creates an artistic “forest” space that keeps diners happy and their cameras clicking non-stop!

Location: No. 71, Wenbin Rd., Fongshan District, Kaohsiung City (Fongshan Wenshan Special Zone)
Phone: (07) 7803 938

▲ A blend of regal furnishings and romantic floral arrangements keeps girls’ phones snapping away. (Photo/Netizenshih_suProvided. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

2.Q Garden Cafe
With multiple branches, Q Garden is a creative restaurant that combines elements such as gardening, gourmet food, and furniture. The entire place looks like a vibrant and ever-changing floral wonderland, with little surprises waiting around every corner. Its exquisitely prepared Italian-French cuisine also leaves a deep impression—hitting all the right notes for girls!

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▲ Natalie's Garden, where painting meets floral artistry, is a must-visit café for art-loving hipsters. (Photo/NetizenYe Yin Ping XiangProvided. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

3. Natalie’s Garden Café
Opened by a French artist, this café features walls adorned with colorful murals of flowers, plants, and animals. Large potted plants by the entrance enhance its charm, while hand-drawn lifestyle items are scattered throughout. The vibrant décor sends visitors’ inner girlishness into overdrive.

Location: No. 19, Lane 35, Alley 181, Section 4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei City
Phone: 02-8771 6380

▲ In the spacious dining area, no matter the angle, you’ll see green vines and foliage wrapping around the surroundings. (Photo/NetizenMei Shi Hao? YouProvided. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

4.Trattoria Venti
Resembling a giant greenhouse garden, Trattoria Venti serves Italian dishes guided by a Michelin one-star chef. Its lofty sloped glass ceiling makes the space feel even more expansive, with red brick walls covered in greenery. The dining area also features birdcage-like bottle holders in the center—making for a highly eye-catching setting.

Location: No. 277, Qinghai Rd., Gushan District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-550-0150

▲▲The colorful and whimsical “Thai.J” boasts a dreamy garden-style restaurant that’s outrageously romantic, completely winning over the hearts of girls. (Photo / Reposted fromThaï.Jfan page)

5.Thai.J
The romantically charged “Thai.J” is filled with an abundance of flowers and plants, creating a lush green ambiance. Paired with exquisitely styled European crystal chandeliers, the two seemingly clashing elements unexpectedly form a unique kind of beauty—like stepping into a fashionable secret garden. Netizens couldn’t stop taking stunning photos.

Location: 1F, No. 533, Dadun Rd., Nantun District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-23203597

▲ The glass private dining booths at MuHills are surrounded by various shades of greenery, making them the most sought-after dining area. (Photo /MuHillsprovided.)

6. MuHills
Compared to many opulent forest-themed restaurants, MuHills maintains a relatively simple and understated style. The small potted plants, combined with the white tones and warm lighting of the interior space, give the whole place a cozy feel. Its signature item, the “Shizuoka Matcha Cream Swiss Roll,” features a rich tea aroma and a soft cake texture that has dessert lovers raving about its perfection.

Location: No. 173, Section 1, Dihua St., Datong District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-25578938

▲ The lighting fixtures at Food Hunt Kitchen are adorned with many plant elements, and dried flowers hang from the ceiling, adding a strong romantic vibe. (Photo / Reposted fromFood Hunt Kitchenfan page)

7. Food Hunt Kitchen
Its industrial mixed with rustic interior décor is further enhanced by numerous dried flowers and green plants, significantly boosting the romantic dining atmosphere. The pasta dishes all come with house-made special sauces, offering a unique flavor. Located in the bustling Xinkuaizhang area, this spot is widely praised for both its food and presentation.

Location: No. 20, Lane 127, Wenhsiang 2nd Rd., Kaohsiung City
Phone: 0976-225-381

▲ Huwu’s signature items are quite famous locally, and many tourists visiting Yunlin make a special trip here to buy souvenirs. (Photo / Reposted from[Huwu] Huwei Specialty. Hanji Cheesefan page)

8. Huwu Specialty
The Zen-inspired Japanese architecture, along with the surrounding gardens, creates a very pleasant visual experience. The shop incorporates local sweet potatoes into cheese and has developed a variety of new desserts, making it an extremely popular local souvenir. The rich sweet potato paired with cheese offers a hearty texture and full aroma that’s hard for netizens to resist.

Location: No. 147, Ziqiang St., Huwei Township, Yunlin County
Phone: 05-632-8835

▲ Guangzhai 238 is filled with small potted plants and is a small café themed around cultural creativity. (Photo / Reposted fromGuangzhai 238fan page)

9. Guangzhai 238
Guangzhai 238, a small storefront café, is surrounded by lush greenery from the outside, while its retro and nostalgic interior design creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors can not only enjoy brunch and desserts here but also purchase adorable cultural and creative items. It’s a must-visit eatery for young travelers exploring Yilan.

Location: No. 238, Yizhong Road, Wenhua Li, Yilan City (next to the side entrance of Yilan Senior High School)
Phone: 03-931-1238


▲Zebra Stroll in Taichung features a spacious and bright interior space, with pure white walls complemented by some green plants. (Photo /Orange Dog Loves Candy)

10. Zebra Stroll
Renovated from an old house, Zebra Stroll showcases a pure white building that harmonizes with the potted plants around it. Though the amount of greenery is limited, its simple and minimalist design has won the hearts of many fans. The healthy French-style brunch leaves diners feeling light and refreshed, making it a high-quality restaurant worth visiting again and again.

Location: No. 5, Wuquan 1st Street, West District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-23780515