Eating hotpot with foot massage? China’s Haidilao opens in Taiwan

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
 

The Chinese hotpot chain “Haidilao,” famous for its over-the-top service, is expanding to Taiwan. Its first Taiwanese outlet is located on the 6th floor of Taipei’s ATT4FUN and is expected to begin a soft opening trial run from September 14.

Haidilao enjoys an outstanding reputation in China. In addition to affordable prices and delicious ingredients, it offers a variety of unexpected services. These include free manicures and shoe shining in the waiting area, as well as access to computers, Wi-Fi, playing cards, Chinese chess, checkers, and complimentary snacks and drinks. When you order noodles, a noodle chef may come directly to your table to perform a fresh noodle-pulling demonstration, or you might even catch a face-changing performance midway through your meal. These unique dining experiences are a major highlight of Haidilao.

In terms of food, Haidilao primarily serves Sichuan-style hotpot, infused with the culinary culture of the Bashu region. It currently operates 109 branches across 29 cities in China, including Shanghai, Beijing, and Nanjing. Internationally, it also has locations in Singapore, Seoul, Los Angeles, and more. Now, its first Taiwan branch has opened on the 6th floor of Taipei’s ATT4FUN. Fans of hotpot are encouraged to come and experience it for themselves.