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A bespoke fragrance studio with a low-key, old chemist's lab aesthetic, D Zack Studio 1913's Taichung branch offers guided 60–90 minute perfume-blending experiences where customers select from 24 base scents and up to 40 individual notes to compose a signature fragrance. Custom blends are available in 30ml and 50ml bottles, and the store also carries 30 Taichung-exclusive ready-made fragrances that change annually, along with refillable lipstick-sized perfume spritzers and scented candles.

Cozy sports bar with a large outdoor patio, multiple TVs, western snacks and light food.

📍 west

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📍 west

JK Cafe is a specialty coffee cafe dedicated to brewing the perfect cup, with bean selection and roasting handled by baristas and roasters Allen and Jezzy using top-grade equipment. The menu features single-origin coffees such as Ethiopia Yirgacheffe and Bench Maji Geisha, monthly limited-edition offerings, and indulgent options like Float Coffee with Haagen-Dazs ice cream. The bright, elegant space also serves Basque Cheesecake made with Hokkaido cream cheese and Yumaowu's signature chicken leg bento, complemented by curated music and books.

A stylishly attractive bar and bistro designed by Sarah Fu, offering a laidback, intimate atmosphere with covered open-air and indoor seating. Managed by Laurent 'Lolo' Rubio, the bar serves draft beers, house wines, whisky, shots, nine varieties of Gin & Tonics, and classic cocktails with happy hour specials. The kitchen is run by Laurence Howard and offers snacks such as Tortilla Espanola and Cheese Pork-Chop, plus four main courses including Fish & Chips, a sous vide burger, vegetarian penne pasta, and Garden Salad.

A friendly 50-seat restaurant in an alley in the heart of Zhongxiao Night Market, opened by Juan Huang who spent 36 years in Argentina. Specializes in authentic Argentinian charcoal-grilled barbecue with six reasonably priced main courses (NT$380–980) featuring Canadian, American, and New Zealand beef cuts, plus chicken and pork options. All mains come with potato salad, salsa criolla, garlic bread, mushroom cream soup, soft drink, and homemade panna cotta. Also offers fried sides and draft San Miguel Beer.

Li.lai is a cozy, Japanese-style shaved ice shop tucked away behind Taroko Mall. The menu features a rotating selection of seasonal artisanal snow shaved ice flavors such as Matcha with Red Bean, Fragrant Rose, and Oreo, complemented by coffees, teas, and sparkling drinks. The intimate space is decorated with retro Japanese trinkets, creating a quiet, nostalgic atmosphere ideal for focused work or small gatherings.

A whimsical dual-concept spot that operates as a dreamy Japanese-style shaved-ice shop by day and a laid-back bar by night. The interior is adorned with hand-illustrated menus, cartoon-style wall art, and Japanese tableware, evoking a picture-book atmosphere. Eight specialty shaved-ice desserts are offered alongside alcoholic drinks available after 7 p.m.

Ritrovare Coffee PLUS is a hidden coffee shop tucked in a back alley between MeiCun Road, Sec. 1 and the Art Museum Parkway. It offers a wide range of coffee bean selections including locally grown Alishan beans and international varieties, with regular coffees at NT$90–150 and specialty options at NT$150–200. The warm, cozy interior features wood and glass elements, making it ideal for working or reading. The menu also includes tea, light snacks (NT$130–280), daily dessert specials, and packaged coffee beans and drip bags for home use.

Bun's UP is a classic American diner-style gastropub specializing in New England Bun sandwiches served in browned, crispy hotdog-style buns. The menu features nine sandwich options such as Bermuda Wahoo Fish & Tartar, Black Truffle Omelet Bacon, Maple Korean Spicy Chicken, Dill Cream Smoked Salmon, and Roasted Southern Pulled Pork, all packaged in blue-checkered takeout boxes and served with fries. Additional offerings include omelet specials, fried chicken, ice cream floats, and homemade Burnt Caramel Pudding. The cozy interior seats about 16 across booths and a small wall bar, decorated with a checker-pattern floor and industrial-style lamps.

A modern herbal shop where traditional Chinese herbal culture meets contemporary aesthetics. Founded by Matt Chen, whose family has generations of experience in Chinese and western medicine, the shop features a striking paper mulberry bark light fixture and offers a curated selection of Chinese herbs, healthy teas and nourishing wellness products. Next door, Matt's wife operates a dessert shop that collaborates with herbal-inspired treats and drinks including cinnamon rolls, coffee and sparkling beverages (around NT$85–150).

📍 North District

A specialty delicatessen in Taichung's Central District offering curated European cheeses, cold cuts, handcrafted and customizable charcuterie boards, store-made hummus, breads, imported wine, beer, coffee and kombucha. Co-located with The Firmament Bakery, it is run by owner Vivian, a former fashion student who developed her expertise in cheese and charcuterie pairings while working at a Canadian deli.

📍 Central District

A husband-and-wife-run omakase dining and tea appreciation space housed in a serene wooden sanctuary decorated with century-old lychee wood, woodcarvings, and works by sculptor Ju Ming. The couple handles everything from market sourcing to plating, offering set meals with rotating seasonal dishes alongside a curated selection of teas and Song dynasty-style whisked tea with snacks.

Cai Yue Hot Pot is the five-star hot pot restaurant at InterContinental Taichung Hotel, offering elegant surroundings, exquisite table settings, and personalized service. The menu features three signature slow-simmered Cantonese broths—including Vitality Nourishing, Aromatic Spiced Wellness, and Cantonese Beauty Nourishing broths—served with premium meats, seafood, and seasonal vegetables. A tableside broth tasting ritual and dual-flavor hot pot are signature experiences. Winter-limited nourishment sets are available through February, crafted in collaboration with the Michelin-recommended Ming Juan Lou Chinese Restaurant on the second floor.

Haoyun Yakiniku is a Japanese-style yakiniku restaurant with a warm, intimate ambiance and attentive table-side grilling service. Owner Eli Liu focuses on high-grade, chilled (not frozen) meats including American beef, Australian M8-9 Wagyu, Japanese A5 Wagyu, and fresh pork and chicken sourced directly from the market. Unlike many local yakiniku spots, the restaurant offers an authentic a la carte menu with no minimum charge. Menu highlights include beef ribs, thick-cut beef tongue, scallops, Japanese hamburger steak, and Hokkaido milk crème caramel pudding, alongside draft Sapporo and Yebisu beer and sake.

Nestled in the forested hills near Nanzhuang Old Street in Miaoli County, Dream Cafe is a rustic wooden retreat with floor-to-ceiling windows framing lush mountain greenery. Guided by a slow-living philosophy, it offers a diverse menu of pasta, risotto, pizza, desserts and hand-brewed coffee, with standout dishes including oven-roasted garlic chicken leg, shrimp tomato pasta and Margherita pizza. The space seats 30–40 guests and is suitable for meals, afternoon tea, small gatherings and family excursions.

📍 Nanzhuang