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Illustrative Dian Tou Creative Vegetarian Cuisine at No. 225, Fuhe Road, Yonghe District, New Taipei City, is renowned for its innovative plant-based dishes. The shop is famous for its ultra-realistic vegan chicken cutlet, moon shrimp cake, and aromatic vegan pad kaprao rice. All ingredients are prepared in-house by the owner rather than using commercial mock meats, ensuring rich flavors and satisfying textures even for non-vegetarians. Rated 4.7–4.8 stars online, it's highly recommended for travelers seeking delicious and healthy vegetarian cuisine.
Illustrative Youmuli Country Chicken Restaurant in Sanxia District's Youmuli area is a hidden mountain gem treasured by locals and hikers. The restaurant specializes in fresh mountain produce and free-range chicken dishes — its signature poached chicken is tender and sweet, paired with seasonal mountain vegetables like wild daylily and makino bamboo shoots for an authentic taste of the forest. Free parking is provided, and it's only a few minutes' walk from the Manyueyuan National Forest Recreation Area trails, making it perfect for post-hike refueling or family gatherings. Open 11:00-19:00 with an average spend of about NT$450.
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Illustrative Ke Ke Lai Happiness Hot Pot (Shiawase) at No. 21, Sec. 1, Yonghe Road, Yonghe District is near Yong'an Market MRT station and Lehua Night Market. This all-you-can-eat hot pot features a self-service vegetable bar and diverse broth options starting from NT$378. The modern Japanese-style long and narrow space features individual induction-heated pots, unlimited beverage area, and specialty broths like milk and spicy — great for small groups or solo diners.
Illustrative Hilton Executive Lounge at No. 88, Minquan Road, Banqiao District offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets under the Hilton Banqiao hotel. Priced from NT$650–750, with free dining for children under 5. The menu focuses on premium hot dishes, cold cuts, and desserts, with regular Happy Hour specials. A children's play area makes it family-friendly, and the comfortable setting is ideal for both hotel guests and outside visitors seeking a refined dining experience.
Illustrative My Home Steak Banqiao Sanmin Branch on Sanmin Road Sec. 2, Banqiao District, is conveniently located near the Circular Line's Banxin station. This affordable steakhouse features a surf-and-turf salad bar and à la carte steaks starting from just NT$400, with salad bar at NT$370 for adults. All meats are original cuts — never restructured — with daily chef-selected dishes including seafood, pork chops, chicken, and vegetarian options. The spacious, bright interior suits family dinners, friend gatherings, and company parties. Holiday reservations recommended.
Illustrative Wen Yan BBQ & Spicy Yin-Yang Hot Pot in Banqiao District is a popular all-you-can-eat dual-broth hot pot restaurant featuring spicy and original kombu broths, plus a signature black garlic broth. Fresh, diverse ingredients include premium whole-cut meats and highly recommended seafood, with a self-service bar for added convenience. The spacious wooden-interior dining room suits families, group gatherings, and even expectant mothers. Average spend around NT$650. Open 12:00 to midnight with phone reservations available.
Illustrative Jing Yan Bali Manor (Xinzhuang Hall) at No. 40, Siyuan Road, Xinzhuang District is a Southeast Asian seafood buffet restaurant housed within a wedding banquet hall. The spacious venue includes an outdoor ceremony area and offers about 200 dishes combining Taiwanese, Japanese, Cantonese, and Thai cuisines with abundant seafood options. It regularly launches themed events and new menus. Great for family dinners, company parties, and group gatherings. Opens from 5 PM with weekday and holiday Happy Hour specials.
Illustrative MORE LOVE HOT POT at No. 341, Zhongyuan Road, Xinzhuang District features a self-service vegetable bar and all-you-can-eat meat and seafood hot pot. The restaurant offers multiple broth options and premium meats like 20oz prime steak, plus exotic ice cream, beverage, and coffee self-service stations. Comfortable seating and thoughtful layout make it suitable for families, couples, friends, or solo diners. Notably, it's the only pet-friendly restaurant in Xinzhuang. Online reservations available, with average spending from NT$400 depending on set and meat grade.