The name of this Taipei hipster gnocchi shop is in French — creative flavors with an eclectic mix, including plenty of clams

▲With floor-to-ceiling windows and warm lighting inside, this is a cozy dining space that naturally draws you in. (Photo / Reposted fromBON Meingerda & Dumpling’s official fan page)

Reported by Guo Xuansuan / Compiled by HowToTrip

Tucked away in an alleyway,“BON Meingerda & Dumpling”may look like a stylish café with its pristine, transparent floor-to-ceiling windows that create a bright and fresh atmosphere, but it actually serves a unique fusion of Chinese and Western-style gnocchi and dumplings, breaking the stereotype that such casual noodle dishes are only found in traditional Chinese eateries.

▲A variety of creative gnocchi flavors attract many diners looking to try something new. (Photo / Reposted fromBON Meingerda & Dumplingthe fan page)

The name “BON” means joy, satisfaction, and deliciousness in French — qualities the shop aims to bring to every customer’s dining experience.

The gnocchi dough and dumplings are made from scratch daily, from kneading the dough to preparing the seasonings, all done in-house and cooked to order. The ingredients are carefully selected — even the shrimp used as a side ingredient is shelled, deveined, and cleaned one by one by hand, with no pre-soaked, borax-treated shrimp used. As a result, the shrimp are sweet, tender, and pleasantly chewy, while the gnocchi are hearty with a slight wheat aroma. The quality of the cooking truly shines through in the taste, easily delighting customers’ palates.

▲The fragrant gnocchi are all made and rolled fresh on the day. (Photo / Reposted fromBON Meingerda & Dumplingthe fan page)

▲The most popular Mijiu Clam Gnocchi boasts a rich seafood sweetness, while the Red Braised Pork Mushroom Pesto features tender and crispy Matsusaka pork and a thick, creamy soy milk chicken made by a grandmother from Hualien. (Photo / By reporter Guo Xuansuan)

▲Colorful and eye-catching blue and pink sodas are must-order drinks. (Photo / Reposted fromBON Meingerda & Dumpling’s official fan page)

The owner combines international flavors from their travels with local Taiwanese ingredients to create inventive yet richly delicious dishes. The presentation is refined and artsy, with dried flowers decoratively placed around the shop. Most importantly, the food is made with genuine ingredients and heartfelt care — once you try it, you’ll definitely want to come back again.

BON Meingerda & Dumpling
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Address: No. 3-2, Lane 128, Section 2, Fuxing South Road, Da’an District, Taipei City
Phone: 02 2706 9276
Business Hours: 11:30 - 14:30, 17:30 - 21:30