By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department
Taiwanese cuisine is famous worldwide. An international food website has selected 38 must-visit restaurants in Taipei. In addition to popular night markets that travelers shouldn't miss, there are also many affordable and delicious street snacks. Well-known street food shops like Ah Chung Mian Xian and Chen San Ding are also on the list. The food website also points out that whether you're looking for modern creative cuisine or traditional dishes, you can find them all in Taipei.
1.RAW
Dubbed “the hardest restaurant to get a reservation at,” RAW is the first restaurant opened in Taiwan by internationally renowned chef André Chiang. He has been named one of the world’s top 150 chefs. With an exquisite dining environment, the restaurant combines Western flavors with localized creative Taiwanese cuisine — every bite is a surprise.
RAW is known as the hardest restaurant to book in Taiwan. (Image source / RAW)
Address: 1F, No. 301, Lequn 3rd Rd., Zhongshan District, Taipei City
2. Shiang Yun Long Yin
A branch of the Michelin three-star kaiseki restaurant “Ryugin” from Tokyo’s Roppongi district, Shiang Yun Long Yin is a well-known high-end Japanese restaurant in Taipei. Its menu changes with the seasons, using modern culinary techniques to offer a diverse gourmet experience.
Shiang Yun Long Yin serves premium Japanese cuisine. (Image source / Shiang Yun Long Yin)
Address: 5F, No. 301, Lequn 3rd Rd., Zhongshan District, Taipei City
3. Hizenya
This long-established eel rice specialty shop in Taipei’s Zhongshan District is known for its great taste and affordability, often drawing long queues at the door. It’s a favorite among many food connoisseurs.
Hizenya is a long-established eel rice specialty shop in Taipei. (Image source / eater)
Address: No. 13-2, Lane 121, Section 1, Zhongshan N. Rd., Zhongshan District, Taipei City
4. Kuan Alley
Every dish served at Kuan Alley, such as roses sculpted from pork slices, features artistic plating that makes diners reluctant to disturb its beauty with their chopsticks.
The plating at Kuan Alley is like a work of art. (Image source / eater)
Address: No. 22, Lane 505, Section 5, Zhongshan N. Rd., Shilin District, Taipei City
5. Shang Yin Shui Chan
Located next to Taipei Fish Market, Shang Yin Shui Chan offers the freshest seafood, with a variety of choices including sashimi, hot pot, and barbecue.
Shang Yin Shui Chan serves the freshest seafood. (Image source / eater)
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