A coffin shop turns into a breakfast spot—Xinpu’s wooden-brick house is a hot topic

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported by Liao Qiyu
 

The rise of breakfast culture has led many to seek out unique breakfast spots for a delicious meal—not just to start the day on a bright and cheerful note, but also as a little morning adventure. In Hsinchu County, there’s a shop that was once a coffin store but has now been converted into a breakfast eatery. With its tasty, healthy meals and intriguing backstory, it has attracted many visitors, becoming a must-visit alternative attraction in Xinpu.

Located in Xinpu Township, Hsinchu County, the “Wooden-Brick House” was originally a 33-year-old local coffin shop. As modern funeral customs have changed, business at the coffin shop declined. It was later taken over by Chen Wen-yi, the granddaughter of the original owner’s third generation, and her husband, Li Pei-chi. They transformed the former coffin shop into a health-focused breakfast spot. The interior features brick walls as the main design element, accented with wood originally used for making coffins, creating a cozy, rustic, and old-fashioned atmosphere.

When it comes to food, the Wooden-Brick House insists on using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, all made by hand daily—including homemade soy milk, black tea from the Guanxi Tea Factory, and condiments like salsa and hibiscus flower honey in the dishes, all carefully prepared by the owners using fresh fruits and vegetables. Their goal is to ensure that every visitor can enjoy safe, healthy meals.