Taipei Trip: Food, Culture, and Shopping
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@Ralph & Sam
12 places in Taipei City featured in a youtube post by Ralph & Sam, verified on Google Maps: Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, Weekend Chicken Club & Bar, and 9 more.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
International airport
4.3
This is Taiwan's largest airport and a major hub for international travel. Travelers can register for the 'Taiwan the Lucky Land' event here to win travel cards, which can be used for purchases and transportation throughout Taiwan. The airport also offers various shops and services.
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park
Cultural center
4.4
This park is a creative exhibition space converted from a tobacco factory built in the 1930s. It features independent shops selling local goods, from handmade kitchenware and jewelry to vintage cameras. The park also hosts events like the SongYan Summer Festival and has a beautiful Baroque garden with fountains.
Weekend Chicken Club & Bar
Bistro
4.3
Weekend Chicken Club is a casual eatery specializing in Taiwanese fried chicken. Their signature dish is the 'weekend bomb chicken' served with a delicious 3-cup sauce, peanuts, and basil. They also offer garlic clam chow mee, which is a surprising highlight, and golden kimchi. The restaurant has a lively, bright interior with red accents and interesting decor like a 'Don't Eat Chicken Here' neon sign.
Soft Power
Brunch restaurant
4.1
SOFT POWER is a Taiwanese breakfast spot highlighted in the Michelin Guide. They offer unique takes on traditional breakfast items, including a Taiwanese omelette with sweet soymilk chicken and a breakfast sandwich featuring a soft bun, American cheese, fried dough (you tiao), pork steak, and a Chinese-style omelette. The cafe has a cozy atmosphere, and you place your order by scanning a QR code.
Sunny Hills Taipei Minsheng Park Store
Pastry shop
4.5
The SunnyHills pop-up is a unique location for the famous Taiwanese pineapple cake brand. It features a bright, plant-filled interior with interactive displays about fruit. Here, you can try special mille-feuille pastries with local flavors, and find SunnyHills' classic pineapple cakes, often in collaboration with characters like Doraemon.
劉記茶業 Liu Ji Tea Co.（劉記興業有限公司 Liu’s Living Co., Ltd.）
Manufacturer
5.0
Liu Ji Tea Co. is a local tea shop that offers a variety of teas and related products. They provide tea samples and also offer deals like NT$100 off purchases over NT$1000. It's a great spot to explore Taiwanese teas and grab souvenirs.
永康水果園
Food store
3.5
Yongkang Fruit Garden is a fruit shop offering a wide selection of fresh cut fruits and juices. They have dragon fruit, papaya, pineapple, guava, and more. Their fresh fruit juices are a perfect midday boost, and you can also find interesting options like purple yam and banana dragon fruit juice.
Sounds Good Cafe
Mexican restaurant
4.7
Sounds Good Cafe is a unique cafe that doubles as a well-stocked vinyl and CD shop. The atmosphere is relaxed and perfect for music lovers, offering a selection of coffees with different flavor profiles. It's an ideal spot to unwind, enjoy music, and discover new tunes.
茶籽堂 cha tzu tang
Manufacturer
4.6
Cha Tzu Tang is a skincare brand known for its traditional handmade products using natural ingredients like camellia and mugwort. They offer soaps, lotions, and other skincare items, all beautifully packaged. Ralph considers this one of his favorite places for quality skincare.
Hong Rui Chen Taipei Station Store
Sandwich shop
4.5
Hung Rui Chen is a sandwich shop located in a train station, known for its Taiwanese-style sandwiches. They offer a variety of flavors including strawberry custard mochi and taro pork floss sandwiches. It's a convenient spot for a quick and tasty snack while traveling.
Dancing Finger Massage - Tonghua
Massage spa
4.4
Dancing Finger is a foot massage parlor known for its professional and relaxing foot massages. The interior features a pleasant ambiance with cherry blossom decorations, creating a serene experience. It's a great place to unwind after a long day of exploring.
Yuan Massage
Massage spa
4.7
Yuan is a shop specializing in natural skincare products. They offer handmade soaps and lotions made with ingredients like camellia and mugwort, emphasizing traditional Taiwanese craftsmanship. The store has a natural and serene ambiance with green plant decorations.