Three Must-Visit Historic Cafés for Desserts Near Xingtian Temple Station

By MOOK Scenic Spots Chen Wenlin, compiled and reported
 
In Taiwan, many buildings have a long history, exuding a rich cultural atmosphere. With the development of culture, more and more old houses have been transformed into unique dessert cafés, where visitors can enjoy delicious sweets and aromatic coffee while also soaking in the classic charm of vintage architecture — a truly delightful experience.

1. Mubai Dessert Café

With its simple and fresh exterior, Mubai Dessert Café features an interior decor that is distinctly hipster-style, making it a perfect spot to quietly relax for an afternoon. Beyond its quaint and lovely appearance, the desserts here are a must-try. Mubai carefully crafts its flavors and creates delicate, adorable designs, ensuring not only delicious tastes but also photogenic appeal.

One of its popular items is the “Sunward” flavor tower, which combines matcha and lemon — two seemingly distant flavors. The matcha complements the citrusy custard aroma, resulting in a uniquely harmonious and delightful taste.

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Mubai Dessert Café
Address: No. 8, Lane 226, Songjiang Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-2543-1782
Hours: Sun–Thu 12:00–21:00 / Fri–Sat 12:00–22:00
 

2. Egg House Egghost (u??┘/span>

Originally the pastry workshop of mischievous bakers, Egg House was relocated near Xingtian Temple Station and reborn as a fresh and stylish dessert café. Not only does it feature cleverly designed exteriors and interiors, but its furnishings also appeal to today’s artsy crowd. In addition to desserts, Egg House also serves main dishes such as curry rice. Most uniquely, it incorporates clothing sales, creating a hybrid café concept.

The most popular dessert at Egg House is their chiffon cake, available in various flavors such as matcha and chocolate. The soft cake is moist yet not sticky, offering a smooth and delicious taste. Topped with specially made fruit jams, chocolate sauce, or matcha sauce, its appearance is simply mouthwatering.