By / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Travel Life Network Editorial Team
Whenever holidays arrive, many people seize the time to go hiking outdoors with friends or family, breathe in the fresh air, temporarily forget the hustle of work, recharge, and then set off again. However, aside from enjoying the beauty of nature, sampling local delicacies is also an essential experience not to be missed.
Mountain cuisine that makes your mouth water. (Image source / Hualien Mugua Muguyu ‘Qie? Clearwater No.1 Store’)
● Hualien Mugua Muguyu | Qie? Hei Dian (Qie? Clearwater No.1)
When visiting Hualien Mugua Muguyu, besides admiring the scenery, you absolutely mustn’t miss “Qie? Hei Dian,” located along the ecological corridor. The restaurant specializes in indigenous-flavored meals—whether it’s stir-fried snails, fresh mountain greens like ferns, unique bamboo tube rice, or flavorful mountain boar meat, these are all must-try mountain delicacies.
Address: No. 1, Clearwater Section, Tongmen Village, Xiulin Township, Hualien County
Phone: 0921232887
Qie? Hei Dian. (Image source / Hualien Mugua Muguyu ‘Qie? Clearwater No.1 Store’)
● Taipei Neihu | Zhu Yun Xuan
Zhu Yun Xuan is located in Taipei’s Neihu District and is a well-known scenic restaurant near Bi Shan Yan. It’s a popular weekend spot for many Taipei locals who come here to enjoy good food, chat, and escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a while.
Address: No. 32-1, Bishan Road, Neihu District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-27919636
Zhu Yun Xuan, with its naturally pleasant environment, is a favorite weekend dining spot for many Taipei residents. (Image source / Zhu Yun Xuan)
● New Taipei Shiding | Mountain Tea House
Nestled in New Taipei’s Shiding District, Mountain Tea House is a hidden gem known to only a few. Open only on weekends, its weathered exterior hides breathtaking views that are truly mesmerizing, helping it build a solid reputation. Moreover, Mountain Tea House is literally “in the mountains”—the winding roads are easy to miss, so visitors should pay extra attention when heading there.
Address: No. 15-3, Tan Yao Lane, Section 5, Beiyi Road, Shiding District, New Taipei City
Phone: 02-26651670
● Pingtung Sandimen | Ju Gao Flavor Restaurant
Ju Gao Flavor Restaurant is located in Sandimen, Pingtung, and is also the highest-altitude restaurant in the area. Though transportation is inconvenient, it doesn’t diminish its popularity. The grilled chicken steak and chicken soup are must-order dishes, and the various vegetables served are refreshingly sweet. Dining at Ju Gao Flavor allows you to savor delicious food while enjoying the lush mountain scenery—a perfect way to steal a bit of leisure from life.
Address: No. 168, Section 2, Zhongzheng Road, Sandimen Township, Pingtung County
Phone: 08-7994288
Ju Gao Flavor Restaurant in Sandimen. (Image source / Ju Gao Flavor Restaurant)
The Ju Gao Flavor Restaurant in Sandimen boasts beautiful scenery. (Image source / Ju Gao Flavor Restaurant)
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