During the Mid-Autumn Festival, it was fortunate that McDonald's was still open. Thanks to the restaurant staff who are still serving during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
This time I ordered the Happiness Set and Hawaiian Iced Tea. The Happiness Set includes French toast, two German sausages, egg salad, half a sweet potato, and vegetable salad.
The Happiness Set was surprisingly delicious. The French toast was cooked just right, and after being drizzled with honey, it tasted quite good. If possible, I would have liked to have more pieces; the sausages were a bit overcooked, but not too bad; the salad was average, with the egg salad being better; as for the sweet potato, it was the most disappointing part, as it had too many roots and wasn't very sweet; the Hawaiian Iced Tea was also pleasant to drink, and it would probably be even better if the sweetness could be adjusted.
Overall, I recommend everyone try the McDonald's brunch.
This store isn't very large, but the overall environment is clean and comfortable. Whether you’re ordering for takeout or dining in, you need to first get a menu and then pay after placing your order.
This time, I ordered the pork chop egg toast and the orange green tea. The pork chop egg toast tasted quite good, but it seemed like the shop didn’t add any sauces, so the flavor was a bit monotonous. The orange green tea was surprisingly quite good.
Overall, this place has a wide variety of items and is reasonably priced, making it a nice option for brunch.
🚩Entering the classroom without attending class, coming in for breakfast😋
Today I came to Minsheng Dong Road for a meeting again. As before, I arrived early and decided to find a breakfast place to fill my stomach. I didn’t want to choose a busy traditional breakfast shop or an expensive Instagram-friendly brunch spot, so I picked this place called “吐YOU吐ME” (Tu You Tu Me). The location is a bit far from the MRT station, and Xing'an Street is quite quiet in the morning with not much traffic.
As soon as I entered the shop, I saw many wooden desks and chairs, the most traditional type with three sides and a closed drawer. (It reminded me of when I was a student and a classmate would hide food they didn’t want to eat deep in the drawer, only to find it at the end of the semester. 😂) There were several blackboards on the walls; the one on the right listed the raw materials used by the shop (toast, tea leaves, eggs, milk), while the middle blackboard displayed the menu and prices. In front of the counter, there was also a small market set up.
To order, you scan the QR code on the table, which links to their online ordering system via Line. There are more items available there than what’s on the blackboard, including combo meals. After placing my order, I went to the counter to pay, with various payment options available.
Today I ordered a pineapple bun (with milk cream spread) + a combo (sesame sauce lettuce salad & medium unsweetened green tea). The pineapple bun is a bread roll cut open and filled with a generous amount of milk cream, and it’s delightful when eaten warm. The salad is in a small cup but very thoughtfully composed with various vegetables, and they didn’t skimp on the sesame sauce. The first two items were sweet, but paired with the unsweetened green tea, it was just right—a very satisfying meal.
The menu has options for toast and pineapple buns with meat, which are priced higher. If you don’t want to eat too much, you can choose a simple main dish like what I ordered along with a combo, which I think is quite a good deal. There’s also a new item, a bagel burger, which I’d like to try next time.
Recently went to experience the newly opened Q Burger.
Q Burger is a chain, so every location tastes pretty much the same.
Today I ordered a Hong Kong-style char siu toast.
The char siu tasted sweet, even a bit sweeter than the usual char siu rice you find outside.
The texture of the toast was quite average, but the menu was quite diverse.
Overall,
the environment was clean and nice,
the prices were a little high,
the flavors were normal,
and parking nearby was not convenient.
The nearby parking lot is quite a distance from the restaurant.
🥖 Kaohsiung Sanmin ▫️ Surroundings of the MRT Houyi Station
🥖 A pet-friendly brunch spot that insists on using whole foods
Originally, the super-popular brunch spot in Kaohsiung called "Lóuxiàng Cāntāo" relocated and changed its name to "Yàngyàng Shìguāng."
The restaurant is located on the first floor of a building near Houyi Station.
With large floor-to-ceiling windows and light-colored decor, along with greenery that adds to the ambiance, the overall vibe is very refined. 🌳
I've visited a few times before and have always been quite satisfied,
once when a friend returned from studying up north, and once for a birthday celebration with many people.
The comfort of the space and the friendliness of the owner are both excellent! ❤️
You can really feel the care in the ingredients used.
They exclusively use healthy, whole foods without the burden.
The canned salad features a variety of greens and fruits. 🥬
The brunch plate includes baby corn, mashed potatoes, and more.
Whether you opt for a platter, a frittata, or pasta 🍝,
the main dishes include options like bass, chicken thigh, and seafood 🦐, all of which are fresh and perfectly seasoned.
Their French toast 🍞 is highly recommended.
Soft, runny egg custard envelops the bread and is sprinkled with powdered sugar,
making it irresistible to both adults and children alike.
If you have a dog, you're even more welcome. 🉑
This pet-friendly restaurant is super accommodating,
and you can often see different dogs around.
Even as a cat person, I find it incredibly cute and therapeutic.
I highly recommend it to everyone! ✨
A cup of unsweetened green tea costs $40, which I feel is a bit pricey, and it tastes pretty ordinary.
A fully cooked egg is $20, and grilled king oyster mushrooms are $35. I find this dish quite tasty; it’s well-seared and aromatic. Since I wasn't hungry, I ordered some snacks to share, and they also gave some shredded cucumber on the side.
The German sausage with Mexican chili on a soft baguette costs $110, which I also think is a little expensive. However, it actually tastes pretty good, and it comes with pickles, enhancing the overall flavor and aroma.
There aren't many seats available in the shop.
🌟Minimum spend of one drink or meal, limited time 90 minutes
🌟No table merging service, small shop with great echoes
"Zhou's Breakfast Shop" is located on the first floor of a building at Ersheng 1st Road in Kaohsiung’s Qianzhen District. The interior decor is very minimalist, featuring an open kitchen. The oil fumes are more noticeable on the first floor, while the main dining area is on the second floor. The seating space is limited, with four two-person tables and two four-person tables, so it is recommended to make a reservation in advance.
Zhou's Breakfast Shop is situated on Ersheng 1st Road in Kaohsiung, next to Ersheng Park. It is about a 10-minute walk from the light rail station at Kaixuan Ersheng Exit. Parking is convenient, with roadside parking spots and two parking lots available.
The menu at Zhou's Breakfast Shop includes their signature dishes, Miss French Toast and the Baked Box. The main courses feature brunch options, baked eggs, omelets, sandwiches, and salads, all accompanied by a drink for an additional 60 TWD; customers can pay the difference for a more expensive drink. They also offer cakes that are made only when there is time and drinks available for order.
Let's eat!
Miss French Toast 💰 💰 360 TWD
Soft-baked eggs/canadian maple syrup/bacon/german sausage/seasonal fruits/romaine lettuce/organic baby greens/seasonal salad dressing/nuts/yogurt/homemade pickled grapes.
While it may not look particularly extravagant, it is actually quite filling. The standout feature of the Miss French Toast is the soft-baked egg paired with maple syrup, which might be a bit too sweet for some—it really is a matter of personal taste (I’m the type who can’t handle rich waffles halfway through). The other ingredients are quite good.
Side drink: Black tea
Overall, the tea is quite watery and not very sweet.
Baked Box 💰 340 TWD (baking might take a while)
Sunny-side egg/special selected toast/pork loin/cheese slices/mozzarella cheese/romaine lettuce/seasonal fruits/organic baby greens/seasonal salad dressing/nuts/yogurt/homemade pickled grapes.
The Baked Box takes longer to prepare because it needs to be baked in the oven. The special toast (thick toast) is stuffed with pork loin and cheese slices, topped with a runny egg. It is quite satisfying but also requires considerable effort to eat. Cutting into two thick slices of toast makes it quite hefty and difficult to compress like a burger, so towards the end, it becomes a bit of a challenge to eat, resulting in pieces being pulled apart 😂😂.
Fresh milk black tea
The black tea has almost no flavor and is also quite watery.
Thoughts: Overall, the brunch is creative but also relatively labor-intensive to eat. When searching for brunch places in Kaohsiung, I saw some netizens claim that Zhou's Breakfast Shop is the best brunch in all of Kaohsiung. To be honest, I think that is overpraised. Of course, this is a matter of personal taste.
If you value the food: Tasty but requires effort, drinks to pair
If you value the environment: Building shopfront, limited space, loud echoes on the second floor
If you value parking: Motorcycles can park at the entrance, and cars can park in the parking lot—very convenient.
If you value the restroom: There is one shared restroom available.
If you value queuing: It is recommended to make a reservation.
If you value service: Decent, the staff is very enthusiastic and explains well.
If you value cost-performance ratio: 🌟🌟
(Purely discussing food versus price)
🍳 Restaurant Name: Yuan Sheng Hang
📍 Address: 110 Ming Zhi Street, 1F, San Chong District, New Taipei City
▫️ Business Hours: ❌ Closed on Saturdays and Sundays
Monday to Friday: 08:30 AM - 02:30 PM
▫️ Service Charge: None
▫️ Minimum Consumption and Dining Time: Minimum spend of 100 TWD | 80 minutes
⚠️ If full, internal dining time is reduced to 20 minutes
▪️ Store Environment and Atmosphere:
The seating inside is limited, and the air conditioning is just right, not too hot~
The staff will guide you to your seat and will ask if it’s your first visit.
If it is your first time, they will explain the menu and the environment.
I think the menu is really well designed and detailed!
Each dish clearly lists its contents😍
▪️ Ordering and Payment Method:
📝 The staff arranges seating and takes orders at the counter for payment.
💰 Only cash payment is accepted.
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🔖 Meal Records:
▪️ Cheese Bacon Beef Burger (Set) $230
▫️ Set Contents: Hash Brown · Iced American Coffee
▪️ Fresh Shrimp Zucchini Benedict $230
▫️ Set Contents: French Fries · Iced American Coffee
▪️ Original French Toast $240
💡 Meal: 5 | Service: 5 | Atmosphere: 5 | Environment: 5
The shop has limited seating, with only two tables available. If you want to dine in, you may have to wait a bit, but there are outdoor seats as well.
I ordered the bacon and egg toast for $40. Overall, it tasted pretty good; the toast is toasted to a crisp and goes well with the salty bacon, making it quite enjoyable.
The medium iced black tea is $15. It's on the mildly sweet side, which is perfect for me since I don’t usually drink overly sweet tea. The shop offers unsweetened green tea, but unfortunately, it was sold out when I ordered it today. The drinks here are slightly cheaper than outside.
They also serve fried rice, and the price for the fried rice is quite affordable too.
Environment
The place has moved from its original location to the current one, with both the exterior and interior having a completely refreshed look. There are about a dozen tables for customers to dine in💺, making it quite suitable for large gatherings. Due to the spaciousness, the acoustics can be quite echoey, leading to a noisy atmosphere when there are many people🔊.
Dishes
📍Italian Pan-fried Chicken Thigh with White Sauce Pasta 💰360
The chicken thigh has a crispy outer skin, and when cut, it releases juices. The flavor of the white sauce is rich and delicious, and you can order without any calorie limitations.
📍Grilled Seared Beef Flank Steak 💰450
The dish includes bread🥯, an omelet🥚, salad🥗, yogurt, and steak. The flavor of the steak is average, but the texture is tender, giving a healthy impression.
📍Thai Milk Tea 💰90
The milk tea has a foam topping; after mixing, it has a moderate sweetness and is smooth without being overly sweet.
Parking
You can park your car🚗 right in front of the establishment, accommodating about 4-5 cars. Any additional vehicles need to be parked on the roadside, and scooters🏍️ should also be parked on the street.
Service
The staff is very friendly and frequently offers to refill water.