The meals are fresh and delicious; the grilled smoked salmon scrambled eggs and mom's grilled meat omelette are satisfying. However, the truffle mushroom egg sandwich and peanut latte lack distinctive flavor and are priced a bit high.
The restaurant has a hip atmosphere, but the tables are a bit narrow, making it unsuitable for sitting and chatting for long periods. It's more suitable for taking photos and checking in.
The staff service is friendly and efficient, and the ordering through scanning codes and various payment methods is smooth.
Mother's Grilled Meat Egg Pancake $120
Truffle Mushroom Egg Burger $170+ (B Chicken Nuggets Set $100)
Peanut Latte $176
🧸 The tables are very close together, so it can be quite awkward if someone is coming in or out next to you.
🔅 Scan the code to order
🔅 Minimum purchase is one drink
🔅 Sauces and napkins are near the entrance and self-service.
🥜 Grassroots Brunch TOUCH WOOD | Hipster Egg Pancakes in the Alley
📍 No. 3, Lane 5, Wenzhou St., Da'an District, Taipei City 106
🕘 09:00–16:00 | Online reservations available
🥚 This brunch spot hidden in the alleys of Wenzhou Street has a bit of a hipster vibe and can get a bit hot. On weekdays, there aren't many visitors in the morning, so no need to queue up👌 Ordering via QR code and multiple payment methods is smooth, but the table spacing is a bit tight, not ideal for long conversations.
🌯 Mom's BBQ Pork Egg Pancake The egg pancake itself is akin to scallion pancakes, thick and chewy. The BBQ pork is laid on top of the egg pancake rather than wrapped inside, and the seasoning is a bit strong and salty, suitable for those with a robust palate. Overall, it has its memorable points but is not astonishing.
🍔 Truffle Mushroom Egg Burger The set comes with a smoothie. The egg burger has a strong mayonnaise flavor, while the truffle taste is somewhat overshadowed, making it not very distinctive in the truffle category. The smoothie has noticeable fruit fiber, and the guava and pineapple combination is not too sweet or cloying, considered refreshing but not special.
☕️ The Peanut Latte is somewhat ordinary; while it has a peanut flavor, it’s not strong enough, tasting more like diluted peanut milk, leaving no deep impression.
💸 The total price, including service charge, is $704, with a minimum consumption of one drink. After trying it, I feel it's somewhat expensive. It's a brunch place with ideas, good for taking photos and posting on social media, okay for an occasional visit, but I wouldn’t want to return.
【Da'an, Taipei】Grassroots Brunch TOUCH WOOD
Let's get to the conclusion first: The food is delicious and fresh, and the staff service is good. However, the seating arrangement is poor, as the tables are very close together.
Also, the seating by the door feels like an afterthought 😀
The door doesn’t close properly, so when someone outside is smoking, the smoke comes in.
Hot air keeps flowing inside, but the fan at the back doesn’t provide much relief.
Some tables and chairs have mismatched heights (especially in the area by the door), making it uncomfortable for tall people to eat; you have to bend down low.
✨ Personal recommendation
◽ Grilled Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs Brunch✨ $295
> Comes with black tea (free refill once; drink counts for minimum order)
> Choose sunny-side up egg and fried potato cubes (fried rice balls are also available)
> Lettuce salad with wasabi soy sauce
> A drizzle of honey on the bread 🍯
◽ Mom's Grilled Pork Egg Pancake $130
> Grilled pork is placed on the pancake, topped with green onions that really catches the eye
> The pancake is a bit thick, chewy with a slight crisp
> The grilled pork is slightly salty, and it’s best enjoyed with the pancake👌
◽ Black Tea Latte✨ $80
> Order with less ice to avoid it being too sweet; it has a smooth texture
📍 No. 3, Lane 5, Wenzhou St., Da'an Dist., Taipei City
☎️ 02 2368 6060
⏰ 09:00-16:00 (Open until 17:00 on Saturdays and Sundays)
💰 There is a service charge, minimum order is one drink, dining time is 90 minutes
🚇 MRT Taipei Power Building Station
🚌 Bus stop name: Taipei Power Building
🅿️ Map search: Yilin Transport