Kafei House and Palace Hall Make a Strong Comeback – Battle Against the Southern Overlord Hanlai Harbour on November

▲ The buffet restaurant battle kicks off in November. (Photo / Composite, Source: Provided by Grand Hyatt, Photo by Huang Shiyuan)

Reported by Huang Shiyuan / Taipei

The two giants of Taipei’s buffet restaurants—Kafei House at Grand Hyatt Taipei and Palace Hall at Regent Taipei—have completed renovations in mid-to-late October. In addition to upgraded facilities, they have expanded their menu offerings. Kafei House has introduced a new “Indian Cuisine” zone, while Palace Hall features dishes made with local ingredients from Kagoshima, ready to compete with the newly opened Hanlai Harbour Restaurant on October 30.

Kafei House at Grand Hyatt Taipei and Palace Hall at Regent Taipei are undoubtedly the two leading buffet restaurants in Taipei. In past travel fairs, their ticket sales often saw long queues. This year, both coincidentally underwent renovations in July and August, feeling it was time to refresh their offerings and observe the competition.

Kafei House Features 10 Themed Zones with Over 160 Classic Dishes

After more than three months of renovation, the popular Kafei House at Grand Hyatt Taipei reopened to the public on October 15. This new version features 10 themed dining zones: Indian Cuisine, Appetizers, Chinese Delicacies, Western Cuisine, Japanese Feast, Fresh Seafood, Homemade Bread, Specialty Cheeses, Dessert Buffet, and All-You-Can-Drink Zone, offering over 160 classic dishes daily. Chef’s special recommendations include Tandoori Chicken, Black Truffle Risotto, and Ningbo-style Lotus Seed Braised Whole Chicken.

Palace Hall to Serve Kagoshima Cuisine

Palace Hall at Regent Taipei began refurbishment in August and is set to reopen on October 21. The space design is once again helmed by renowned Japanese space artist Hashimoto Yukifumi. Recently, Regent Taipei collaborated with the Kagoshima Prefecture government to introduce local specialties such as Kagoshima black pork, fresh bonito, mackerel, sardines, and black sugar and vinegar, which will be prepared in various ways (after October 30) for diners to enjoy authentic Kagoshima flavors.

Hanlai Harbour Restaurant with Theme Restaurant Standards

The sixth branch of Hanlai Harbour Restaurant, known as the “Southern Overlord of Buffets,” is set to open on October 30 at Taipei SOGO Dunhua. Wu Ruoning, Associate Marketing Director of Hanlai Food, stated that the SOGO Dunhua branch is designed with the concept and standards of a theme restaurant. Signature dishes such as XO Sauce Clay Pot Soup, Hot Beef Soup, and Brandy Grapefruit will also be available. Prices have seen slight increases: weekday lunch NT$830, afternoon tea NT$600, dinner NT$980; weekend lunch NT$1080, afternoon tea NT$600 (the only unchanged price), dinner NT$1080.

Grand Hyatt Taipei Kafei House
Tel: 02-2720-1234
Pricing: Adults (12+) NT$1480; Children 5–12 NT$740; Under 5 free. A 10% service charge applies to all prices.
Hours: Lunch Buffet 11:30 AM–2:00 PM; Dinner Buffet 6:00 PM–9:30 PM.

Regent Taipei Palace Hall
Tel: 02-25238000 ext. 3870
Pricing: Breakfast NT$690 + 10%; Lunch weekdays NT$990 + 10%, holidays NT$1,290 + 10%; Afternoon Tea weekdays NT$690 + 10%, holidays NT$790 + 10%; Dinner weekdays NT$1,190 + 10%, holidays NT$1,290 + 10% (including Fridays). Children 100–130 cm half price, under 100 cm free.

Hanlai Harbour Buffet Restaurant SOGO Dunhua Branch
Address: 6F, 246 Section 1, Dunhua S. Rd., Taipei City
Pricing: Lunch weekdays NT$830, holidays NT$1080; Afternoon Tea weekdays/holidays NT$600; Dinner weekdays NT$980, holidays NT$1080.