Reviewer for the brace: Independent Restroom

Located in Nanzhong, Hsinchu, the Reindeer Seaview is a café themed around the ocean view. From its blue and white exterior to the expansive fishing port scenery outside the window, the overall atmosphere gives a relaxing feel as if one is in a vacation town.

This time, we ordered several signature desserts and drinks:
Fruit Mille-Feuille ($230): Layers of pastry filled with fresh cream and fruit, with a moderate sweetness, and the sour-sweet fruit enhances the overall freshness.
Grape Roll (Earl Grey Fresh Cream) ($230): The grapes are delicious, and the Earl Grey fresh cream is smooth without being greasy.
Pudding ($100): It has a creamy and smooth texture, with a rich caramel aroma that is not bitter, paired with fresh cream adds bonus points.
Latte (Hot) ($150): The milk foam is delicate, and the coffee is rich and fragrant, perfect for those who enjoy a smooth texture.
Peach Berry Tea (Hot) ($150): The sweet and sour flavor is very appealing, suitable for fruit tea lovers.

The dining space in the store is very spacious, and the view on the second floor is even better. However, the wind in Hsinchu was a bit strong that day, making the outdoor area not suitable for long stays. Nonetheless, sitting inside still allows for the natural light coming in through the windows. This place is also a pet-friendly restaurant.

Overall, Reindeer Seaview is a great place to relax on a weekend afternoon, and it only operates on holidays. Whether it’s the desserts or the dining environment, one can feel the owner's attention to detail in their management. If you want to experience a leisurely ocean-view afternoon tea, this is a good choice.

🔅Actual visit date: 2024/12/07
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A dessert shop that a friend recommended, located in a small alley by the seaside. The small space has two floors. I visited around 2 p.m., and there were still some available seats. By the time we left, there were many people and a lot of takeout customers. We ordered the following dishes that we were interested in.

▪️Fruit Mille-Feuille $230
An incredibly extravagant and tall fruit mille-feuille, with blueberries, cantaloupe, grapes, and the bottom layer appears to be plums. The base of the cake has a layer of sponge cake (to elevate it?). All the fruits except for the grapes are not very sweet, so the overall sweetness is not high. However, the whipped cream is smooth and not greasy, making it quite enjoyable overall.

▪️Grape Roll (Earl Grey Whipped Cream) $230
Although I’m not a fan of Earl Grey, this version is acceptable; it doesn't have a strong bergamot flavor (which I dislike). The grapes are very sweet and delicious, and the generous amount of whipped cream makes it very refreshing!

▪️Caramel Pudding $100
The pudding has a slightly dense yet soft chewy texture, which I personally enjoy. The caramel is on the bitter-sweet side, perfectly complementing the egg flavor of the pudding. While it's not exceptionally outstanding, it's a very tasty pudding! The top layer is also beautifully presented with whipped cream.

The dessert names above are all written by me, haha

▪️Latte H $150
▪️Peach Berry Tea H $150
The drinks are quite large, and the flavors are fairly standard.

What's quite special about this place is that, aside from the drinks having a menu, the desserts don't have any names or prices listed (assumedly because the items might change daily and vary with the fruits available). If you mind this, be sure to ask for the prices before placing your order~ There are many dessert items! It's quite soothing to see them displayed in the small window.

Overall, I really liked this place! If it isn't too cold, I would recommend sitting on the second floor by the window where you can slightly enjoy the sea view and feel the breeze. It's a comfortable place with delicious food that has prices I find acceptable.