🥘 San'en Chayama offers delicious and healthy international cuisine at great value!
From the outside, this place looks quite mysterious, with the walls filled with menu items, but upon closer inspection, I found that the prices are very affordable, so I mustered the courage to go inside.
I sat at the bar on the first floor; there are seats on the second floor too, but I didn’t go upstairs to see what it's like.
The main offerings here are pasta and various meat dishes, but the flavors are a bit unique. Although it feels like a trendy place, I noticed many solo diners during lunchtime, with a diverse mix of genders and ages.
I ordered the Chicken Nanban with salsa, and the set came with a delicious creamy soup! The salad was just a regular salad. The side rice with the meat dish was brown rice, which felt very healthy and refreshing.
The meat was incredibly juicy and thick, paired with fresh tomato salsa that added a slight exotic touch while staying refreshing—perfect for a lunch that doesn’t feel heavy! However, the coffee was quite ordinary, just brewed from a fully automatic coffee machine.
While eating, I noticed that they emphasize using natural ingredients and non-chemically synthesized seasonings, which shows their commitment to health. I observed that the pasta dishes of other diners also looked very appetizing, so I will definitely be coming back often!
🍴 Restaurant Name: GURU HOUSE PARK NO.4
📍 Address: 1st Floor, No. 210, Zhong'an Street, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City
▫️ Business Hours: Monday to Thursday, Sunday 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Friday, Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
▫️ Service Charge: 10% cleaning fee
▫️ Minimum Spend and Dining Time:
One drink or meals over 250 TWD | Dining time limit of 90 minutes
▫️ Reservations Required: It is recommended to make a reservation as there are limited seats available.
▪️ Indoor Environment and Atmosphere:
✨ The restaurant is quite special, combining brunch with a bar✨
Enjoy brunch in the morning and come back for drinks at night~ It's super relaxing😍
The exterior really resembles a bookstore~
I thought I had gone to the wrong place on my first visit🤣
The lighting inside is dim, and the bar area is beautifully decorated with many types of alcohol 🎍
I think it’s quite suitable for dating couples and celebrating friends’ birthdays 👍🏻
▪️ Ordering and Payment Methods:
📝 The restaurant assigns seating, and you order from the staff.
💰 Payment can be made in cash, by card, or via NFC mobile payment.
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🔖 Food Record:
▪️ Peanut Butter Beef Cheese Burger $230
▫️ Set B ($75 drink + Crispy Chicken Nuggets) + $95
🥤 Iced Americano
▪️ CURU Double Layer Beef Burger $230
▫️ Set C ($75 drink + Single Classic Fried Chicken 🍗) + $125
🥤 Iced Red Tea Latte
▪️ Three Cheese Thick Omelette with Pancake $105
💡 Food: 4 | Service: 3 | Atmosphere: 5 | Environment: 5
🥞 A variety of thick pancakes with different flavors, while eating, you can enjoy the scenery of Yokohama, and there's also great shopping nearby!
I've personally visited Shonan Pancake three times. It's located on the first floor of the Yokohama Landmark Tower, but the entrance is a bit hidden, requiring you to go around the outside of the building.
If you walk out from the large number of restaurants on the first floor, head to the right towards the big guitar, and you'll see it. If you're coming from the second floor, just walk down the stairs towards the Ferris wheel!
This time I ordered the "Espresso Banana Pancake," topped with a layer of caramelized bananas that are baked, paired with an adult-flavored espresso mousse that's fantastic! I was amazed by the espresso mousse! The coffee flavor is so rich, and if you eat it with whipped cream, it would be like latte pancakes~
I've also tried the Royal Milk Tea flavor before, which was delicious! All the pancakes in the store are made fresh to order, using Japanese flour and high-quality eggs and milk, resulting in a firm texture and rich aroma. I had a brief chat with the owner that day, and they make all their savory dishes on-site as well, starting with sautéing onions for the curry! I should definitely give that a try next time~
The outdoor seating area is pet-friendly, and sometimes on holidays, there are street performers playing music. You can see the most famous Ferris wheel in Minato Mirai and the sailing ship Nippon Maru! The dreamy view should be beautiful both during the day and at night~
Taipei Wende Station - A restaurant next to Bihu Park, you can slightly see the lakeside view while sitting by the window. The quality of the food is high, but the prices are relatively high. It is quite crowded even on weekday afternoons, so it is recommended to book in advance on weekends.
📍 Pesto Grilled Chicken Thigh Risotto (+99 NT soup set & plain sea salt bagel) NT$385+99
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The chicken thigh is a whole piece, grilled in a teriyaki style, with a very aromatic crispy skin. The risotto has a moderate texture and moisture, with a chewy consistency, which is a big plus. The pesto sauce flavor is acceptable. The tofu and tomato vegetable soup is rich, with a slight tomato acidity; those who like vegetables will enjoy it! The plain sea salt bagel is fluffier than regular bagels, not as dense! The sea salt has a hint of buttery flavor, which is refreshing!
📍 Maple Japanese Set (Korean Beef Slices) + A Set (Vegetable Soup + Iced Black Tea) NT$395+39
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This set allows free refills of drinks, rice, and soup. High cost-performance ratio; if you want to eat your fill, this is highly recommended! The rice is Japanese-style, tasting very healthy. There are a total of two vegetable dishes, one pickled pumpkin, one chawanmushi, a bowl of soup, and a main dish, all ample portions. The Korean beef is the common type of marbled beef slices, with golden kimchi and Korean sweet and spicy sauce, very appetite-inducing.
▶️ Environment
🔹 Plenty of indoor seating and an outdoor area
🔹 Bright and clean decor, with cute elephant figurines
🔹 Drinking water is provided, with a jug placed on the table
🔹 Utensils are on the table
▶️ Helpful Tips
🔹 Suggest calling ahead or using online booking
🔹 Credit cards are accepted, but traditional invoices cannot be processed electronically
🔹 A 10% service charge is added
▶️ Overall Evaluation
🔹 The "Maple Japanese Set" is more recommended for its higher cost-performance ratio. Additionally, this place is known for its elephant-shaped waffle desserts. I was quite full from the set meal this time, but I hope to return and try it next time!
🍴 Store Name: Waterfall No. 3
📍 Address: No. 3 Waterfall Road, Wulai District, New Taipei City
▫️ Business Hours: Monday 11:00-18:00, Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00
▫️ Service Charge: 10% service charge
▫️ Minimum Spend and Dining Time: One drink or meal | Dining time limited to 90 minutes
▫️ Advance Reservation Required: No
▪️ Store Environment and Atmosphere:
The store mostly features floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of the scenery (waterfall) outside.
Due to the bad weather that day, the outdoor area was not open.
The store reserved a table for customers to take photos 📷, which I thought was quite considerate 👍🏻
However, I felt that the service didn't quite justify the service charge.
I suggest implementing something like a dish-return area instead.
▪️ Store Ordering and Payment Method:
📝 The store assigns seating. Once seated, you cannot change tables.
They provide a menu, and you mark your selections before handing it to the staff.
💰 Cash payment only.
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🔖 Meal Record:
▪️ Brown Sugar Apple Cinnamon Roll $160
▪️ Iced Americano $180
▪️ Iced Cappuccino $190
💡 Food: 4 | Service: 3 | Atmosphere: 5 | Environment: 5
Hidden in the alley is a delicious spot where you must try the Japanese-style vegetable pancake. This time, I ordered the Hiroshima-style pancake, with an option of noodles or rice. I chose rice, and I have to say it was truly substantial and filled with genuine ingredients. The portion was huge and very filling. It included egg, shrimp, bacon, squid, shiitake mushrooms, and cabbage, with an abundance of ingredients. Paired with the soul sauces (teriyaki sauce, salad, and bonito flakes), it was incredibly delicious.
This is my third visit. This time, I ordered the stir-fried pork with green onions over rice and brown sugar milk tea. The first two times, I ordered the fermented red yeast braised pork rice and the grilled chicken leg meal, respectively.
This restaurant, hidden in an alley, is the place I fell in love with after my first visit. I plan to continue trying all their other dishes in the future. 🥰
✨ Stir-fried Pork with Green Onions over Rice $150
Once again, it did not disappoint me. The portion of pork is just right, neither too much nor too little, with a strong flavor that pairs perfectly with rice. The fresh sweetness of several vegetables complements the dish. The sauce is not overly salty and works great when poured over the last bit of rice, providing immense satisfaction.
🫖 Brown Sugar Milk Tea $30
It's not as sweet as I imagined, nor does it taste diluted with too much water or tea. It’s just a cup of mild, pleasant milk tea.
✨ Grilled Chicken Leg Meal $160 (ordered on the second visit)
This is their signature dish! The owner suggests making a reservation ahead of time to avoid it being sold out or having to wait 30 minutes for it to be freshly roasted.
The grilled chicken leg and rice are served separately. The chicken leg is cut with scissors at the table to avoid messy eating. The grilled chicken leg itself is extremely delicious, tender and flavorful without being greasy. The juices are so good that you won’t want to waste them and will drizzle them over your rice!
It also comes with a side plate of stir-fried vegetables, usually featuring 4-5 varieties. They are tasty, delicious, and healthy.
✨ Fermented Red Yeast Braised Pork Rice $130 (ordered on the first visit)
The braised pork is soft and tender, not greasy or nauseating. The flavor of the fermented red yeast is somewhat reminiscent of fermented wine—slightly sour—but it creates a unique delicious taste when paired with the braised pork. A side plate of stir-fried vegetables is included as well.
First-time visitors receive a complimentary piece of cake, which is just as tasty!
Additionally, they offer free tea in the store made from Gynostemma, spiny jujube, and a Chinese herbal root, which is refreshing and subtly sweet. (Unfortunately, I asked the owner, but it is not sold separately 🥲)
Overall, I feel the dishes have a warm, homey comfort, and I can sense the sincerity of the owner in this restaurant.
❗️ The restaurant cannot accommodate many guests at once. It is advised to make a reservation during peak dining times or when expecting a larger dining party.
❗️ This is a highly subjective review influenced by personal taste preferences, so please take it with a grain of salt. Thank you～
A 24-hour soybean milk shop had a menu with many innovative flavors. The fried shrimp omelet caught my eye; it was so special that I had to order it. However, when it was served, I thought the portion was quite small, and the fried shrimp were tiny. The taste was quite ordinary, and just ordering this dish left me a bit unsatisfied. The rice milk, however, was pretty good, neither too sweet nor too thick.
🍜 Restaurant Name: Dining Restaurant - Specializing in Cold Noodles and Mixed Noodles (Dadaocheng)
📍 Address: No. 320, Minsheng West Road, Datong District, Taipei City
▫️ Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
▫️ Service Charge: No
▫️ Minimum Consumption and Dining Time: No special regulations
▪️ Restaurant Environment and Atmosphere:
The lighting in the restaurant is bright and the environment is very clean!
There are also individual seats, and importantly, there are power outlets for charging 🔋
It's quite suitable for dining alone 👍🏻 Utensils and sauces are self-service.
▪️ Ordering and Payment Methods:
📝 Orders can be placed online using a QR code.
💰 Payment can be made in cash or credit card, etc.
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🔖 Meal Records:
▪️ Double Sauce Mixed Noodles (Small) $70 + Wontons $30
▪️ Scallion Mixed Noodles (Small) $60
▪️ Wonton Soup $60
▪️ Miso Meatball Soup $50
▪️ Blanched Vegetables $45
▪️ Side Dishes (Total) $90
▫️ Seaweed $20, Dried Tofu $30, Braised Egg $20
💡 Meal: 4｜Service: 4｜Atmosphere: 4｜Environment: 4
Taipei Dahu Park Station - Focused on healthy eating, the dishes include bass, chicken soup, seafood, and clam soup, among other ingredients. They also sell frozen ingredients, fresh eggs, and various broths in the store.
📍 Bass Noodles NT$142
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The dish contains two pieces of bass fillet, served with fine noodles, seaweed, pickled vegetables, dried carrots, and chopped scallions. The soup is very fresh and sweet, and the seasoning is just right. Unfortunately, the portion of bass is not very large, with only two pieces, and the noodles are a bit scarce, leaving a feeling of emptiness after finishing. I feel like I'll be hungry again soon XD
There’s chili oil on the side, which is definitely worth dipping; the aroma of Sichuan pepper is strong and slightly spicy, but very enjoyable!
▶️ Environment
🔹 There are not many seats for dine-in: 2 four-person tables and 2 two-person tables
🔹 The decor is clean and comfortable, with a bit of a pink feminine style?
🔹 It’s not entirely a restaurant; they also sell frozen ingredients and other products
🔹 Cutlery is provided automatically for self-service
▶️ Friendly Reminders
🔹 After entering, find a seat for yourself. There's a menu on the table; fill out the order and go to the counter.
🔹 Payments are made in cash only after the meal.
▶️ Overall Evaluation
🔹 The quality of the food is high, with appropriate seasoning, making it feel very healthy. However, the overall pricing is slightly higher, targeting customers who place importance on healthy eating. If you're in the Dahu Park area and want to eat healthily, you can come here to give it a try!
