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Illustrative Ival Coffee at No. 136 Siwei 3rd Road in Kaohsiung's Lingya District is a cat-café where feline managers roam among country-style seating. Guests sip rich coffee while petting resident cats — a cozy blend of caffeine and companionship. The menu focuses on coffee, milk tea, and light sweets, with an average spend around NT$120. There is a minimum drink order and a 30% discount on refills; no service charge. A relaxed haven for pet lovers seeking a comfortable coffee break.
Illustrative Zhu-meng Sen-ju (Dream-building Forest Dwelling) sits beside Yun-shui Stream in Shen-keng Village, Zhong-pu Township, Chiayi County. Originally an abandoned betel-nut orchard, years of restoration have turned it into a nature-ecology-themed family camping park. Clean, comfortable RV trailers come with air conditioning and separate wet/dry bathrooms, plus skylights for stargazing. Activities are diverse: ecological tours, DIY crafts, tree climbing, rock climbing, lazy-river water-gun battles, ai-yu jelly DIY, and small-animal feeding, for kids and adults to experience together. An open-air restaurant serves home-style dishes featuring mountain produce so families can enjoy good food in nature. The atmosphere is warm and educational, suiting travelers seeking easy camping, family interaction, and environmental learning.
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Illustrative →Zeng Tofu
At No. 99 Xiding Road, Zhongshan District, Zeng Tofu is a pet-friendly stinky-tofu specialist. Diners choose from four levels of stink on crispy fried skin, plus steamed, mala-steamed and hot-pot versions, with add-ons of noodles or rice and vegetarian options available. Everything is made to order, so expect a 10-15 minute wait, or call ahead during peak hours. The interior is cozier than a typical street stall, dogs are welcome, and the average check is around NT$130 with a 4.6-star rating.
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Illustrative →Lepin Xitang Heping Island Seaside Cafe
On the third floor inside Heping Island Park, Le Pin Xi Tang is a pet-friendly sea-view café and dessert bar. Whitewashed walls warmed by wood and greenery create a serene backdrop for world-champion coffee, cold drinks, craft beer and local light bites, with the seaweed cheesecake as the signature sweet. Second-floor seating frames unobstructed ocean views, and small to large dogs are all welcome. Free Wi-Fi makes it an easy stop for travelers seeking sea breeze, food and quality time with their furry family.
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Illustrative →Mei You Plan Cafe
Beside the rainbow houses of Zhengbin Fishing Harbor at Zhongzheng Road, Mei You Ji Hua Café is a Korean-aesthetic, pet-friendly destination beloved for its jiggly Japanese-style soufflés. The cheese-pull soufflé is a crowd favorite, alongside brunch plates, pasta, risotto, pizza and a wide dessert selection. The roomy interior outfits a photo wall and child seat, welcoming couples, families and pet owners alike for a meal that doubles as a check-in moment.
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Illustrative →HaoHao Coffee
HaoHaoKaffe at No. 125, Lane 2, Sec. 1, Zhongzheng Road, Wujie Township, Yilan sits near the Luodong Forestry Culture Park in a quiet setting that feels like a country villa. The menu centers on brunch, desserts and coffee, with both espresso-machine and pour-over options, and the signature mille-feuille cake and cinnamon rolls are well loved. The biggest draw is the pet-friendly policy—leashed pets are welcome inside the dining area, so travelers with pets can enjoy the food worry-free. The interior is simple and minimal, framed by greenery, well-suited for relaxed chats or gatherings with friends.
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Illustrative →Rabbit Maze
A.maze Rabbit Maze has two locations in Yuanshan and Jiaosi, Yilan, a family-friendly landscape restaurant that combines maze trails, viewing café spaces and pet-friendly facilities. The grounds are themed around a pink castle, a rainbow glass skywalk and a 180-degree night view overlooking Guishan Island, with coffee, light meals and afternoon tea on offer, plus a small-animal zone for interactions with rabbits and turtles. Visitors can wander the maze and snap photos during the day, then take in the glittering lights of the mountain town at night. A great fit for couples, families and pet owners alike.
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Illustrative →Jim's Beer Workshop
Jim & Dad's Brewery in Yuanshan Township, Yilan spans about 3,000 ping and looks like a fairy-tale castle, doubling as a tourist factory and a pet-friendly American restaurant. The grounds serve handcrafted craft beer alongside pizza, fried snacks and ice cream, with a five-story observation tower for views of the surroundings. Outdoor lawn and play areas are well-suited to bringing pets along, and admission and parking are both free. A great stop on any itinerary for resting, beer tasting and photos.
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