By MOOK Scenic Spots Wu Pinxuan, compiled and reported
Nowadays, more and more restaurants are opening, and everywhere you look there are shops with extremely similar names. It's easy to get them mixed up… Whether it's a combination of two words, something with deep meaning, or an amusing English phrase, the name hints at the restaurant's specialty and offerings, helping customers see what makes it unique. Some names are so memorable and adorable they’ll make you laugh out loud. So what are the special names of the four restaurants introduced in this article? Let’s take a look together!
Eye-catching signage and a very inviting entrance. (Photo / Zha Nan)
1. Thai South Eat
The owner is really humorous—you don’t have to worry about them being offended if you say the food isn’t tasty enough. Located in the bustling Shilin Night Market full of eye-catching signs, Thai South Eat still stands out. Despite its misleading name, it's actually an affordable Thai restaurant where the food isn't bad at all. Prices average around NT$120–140 per dish, with set meals also available. Great value for money, it's loved by nearby students and those on a budget.
Must-order: Spicy numbing chicken ! Tangy and spicy with full flavor. (Photo / Thai South Eat)
[Info]
Address: No. 3, Dadong Rd., Shilin District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-2882-9888
Hours: 12:00–23:00
2. Curry Mama
The boldly named Curry Mama is a somewhat controversial and talked-about restaurant—unforgettable and 100% eye-catching upon hearing it. It prides itself on not using commercial curry blocks found everywhere, nor adding chemical curry powder. Instead, using Western cooking techniques, the restaurant manually grinds spices from their place of origin into powder until your arms ache, then combines them with long-simmered chicken bone and vegetable broth to create the sauce. It’s truly curry at Curry Mama.
The plating is very thoughtful, adopting a refined style. (Photo / Curry Mama)
[Info]
Address: No. 14, Lane 165, Dunhua N. Rd., Songshan District
Phone: 02 2712 5606
Hours: Serves from 11:30 AM until sold out (around 2:30 PM), dinner served from 5:30 PM until sold out (around 8:30 PM). Open all day on holidays.
3. Zha Nan (Douchebag) Taiwan Bistro
At first glance, the name immediately grabs your attention. Here, it doesn’t mean what you might think—it refers to a place where hardworking guys (douchebags) can unwind after work. The sign features a bearded man, which is kind of fun and cute~ The owner says every successful man has been a total douchebag at some point in life.
Zha Nan has a Taiwanese-style gastropub vibe. (Photo / Zha Nan)
[Info]
Xinyi No. 1 Zha
Address: No. 12, Lane 315, Alley 150, Sec. 5, Xinyi Rd.
Phone: 02-27209820
Hours: 5:30 PM to 1:30 AM
No reservations
Muzha No. 2 Zha
Address: No. 9-1, Wanfang Rd., Wenshan District
Phone: 02-82301945
Hours: 5:30 PM to 1:30 AM
No reservations
Nanjing San Zha
Address: No. 2, Lane 3, Alley 179, Section 4, Nanjing East Road
Phone: 02-25459903
Hours: 5:30 PM to 1:30 AM
No reservations
4. Q.B.Days / F**k It Living
Located by the sea in Jinshan on Taiwan’s northern coast, F**k It Living is a small seaside shop with a striking cobalt-blue exterior that’s hard to miss by the Jinshan shore. “Life is not simple, let’s joke about it.” is the motto of F**k It Living, representing that no matter where we are, as people who sometimes feel fed up, facing the fact that life is inherently tough inevitably brings setbacks and frequent complaints—but even so, we still press on in pursuit of a better life.
The café incorporates their four beloved elements of life: gardening, surfing, camping, and hiking. (Photo / F**k It Living)
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