The legendary Michelin-starred Hong Kong restaurant "Tim Ho Wan" is coming to Taiwan this summer!

Written/Compiled and Reported by the MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team

Optimistic about the future development of Taiwan's F&B market, the legendary Hong Kong-style dim sum restaurant from Hong Kong, hailed as ”the world’s most affordable Michelin restaurant”—Tim Ho Wan Dim Sum Specialist—is set to make its debut in Taiwan this summer. The first Tim Ho Wan branch in Taiwan will be located in the HOYII HeYi Lifestyle Mall in the Taipei Main Station area. Established by Taiwan’s _Zha (Note: brand/entity name retained), the management team is fully prepared to launch its Taiwanese operations this summer. Founded in Hong Kong in 2009, Tim Ho Wan earned its first Michelin star in less than a year and has maintained that prestigious rating for six consecutive years. Its arrival in Taiwan is expected to spark a new wave of ”star”-powered affordable dining trends!

Tim Ho Wan Dim Sum Specialist has long been a must-visit queue-worthy spot for Taiwanese travelers in Hong Kong. It will be the third overseas market to open a branch after Singapore and the Philippines, with plans to expand across Taiwan in the near future. Food lovers, stay tuned. Soon, Taiwanese diners won’t need to travel abroad to enjoy authentic Hong Kong flavors, including Tim Ho Wan’s famed “Four Heavenly Kings”—crispy BBQ pork buns, salted egg yolk custard buns, smooth Malaysian sponge cake, and pan-fried radish cakes—along with other popular dim sum offerings. A new wave of “chasing stars” dining fever is expected!

First Taiwan branch to open in Taipei Main Station’s HOYII HeYi Lifestyle Mall, bolstered by heavy foot traffic
Recruiting top local F&B talent with a monthly salary of NT$36,000

The first Tim Ho Wan branch will be located in the bustling Taipei Main Station area, specifically in the HOYII HeYi Lifestyle Mall at the intersection of Zhongxiao West Road and Park Road. The location is near the MRT entrances and exits of Taipei Main Station, offering excellent transport links and high foot traffic. The mall also plans to attract other internationally renowned F&B brands in the future. With its prime location and vibrant customer base, HOYII HeYi Lifestyle Mall stood out and won Tim Ho Wan’s favor. The first Taiwan outlet is currently under active renovation, with the design style matching the standards and specifications of the Singapore flagship store.

In addition, to support its Taiwan expansion plans, the management is actively recruiting outstanding local F&B professionals, seeking talented kitchen and service staff. Candidates with strong experience will be prioritized, and the highest-paid positions could offer an average monthly salary exceeding NT$16,000, laying a solid foundation for a successful Tim Ho Wan launch in Taiwan!

As for the menu, Tim Ho Wan’s famous Four Heavenly Kings—including crispy BBQ pork buns, salted egg yolk custard buns, smooth Malaysian sponge cake, and pan-fried radish cakes—will all be available upon opening, allowing Taiwanese customers to experience authentic Hong Kong dim sum flavors!