Trip Moments Recommendations
Quiet and charming
This was quite a big cafe with an extensive menu. They also had different sections of seatings. The setting is quiet and charming. It is located in the hopster neighbourhood of Da'an. Most of the drinks on the menu begin from 100 Taiwanese dollars onwards which makes it somewhat pricey.
But I think it will also be a very nice hangout or for lazy afternoons to catch up over coffee. We wer able to try a variety of their coffee, smoothie and some desserts. All of it were delightful. When in Taipei again, I will most likely stop by. I like these kind of calm vibed places.
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Huge Selection
Caffaina is a chain of cafes in Taichung with a massive selection in desserts and bread items. I have visited other branches too but I find the one in Huilai to be the best in terms of quality and space. The café has one of the best patisseries in town and all of that at reasonable prices.
All the croissants pastries are particularly delicious. Since they are quite popular, there will be ques and wait times. Overall, It’s a nice cafe with a good atmosphere. It’s not too busy or loud so you can study or work as well. But also nice enough for you to have a small gathering with friends or just hang out.
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Great for Brunch
I have done come true coffee a couple of times. Mostly during the brunch hour and with some work to take care of. This place suits both my needs perfectly. Although quite expensive for the simplest of dishes like the souffle pancakes or even some variations of drinks.
But with less people around in the afternoons, it has been a good spot for me to get some work done. I have also tried their Nitro cold brew. Some very creative offerings in the menu. Overall my experience with food, drink and the atmosphere has been positive. I only with simpler dishes could be more cost effective.
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Best Tiramisu
This is a very well located cafe. I find myself coming back to ut for their tiramisu cake. I'm someone who like tiramusu and the idea of desserts so I have tried it in several places. I think yaboo does the best tiramisu in taipie. This was also a great place to chill or get some work done.
Their wifi is good and coffee was pretty decent. They have a lot of different options including liqueurs. Tea was amazing too, I don't drink a lot of tea but here I had one of the best I've had in the city. Food optoons were okay. In taiwan you are better off eating a world full of local dishes.
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Top stuff
This is a fantastic spot. It is very popular and I'm told amongst the top 3 cafes in Taiwan. Now that means a lot of footfalls. Expensive menu too can be an issue. You see I was able to work a way around it. I went to them 3 days in a row. They have the best wifi for work but because they are crowded most of the times, it doesn't get noticed that much.
Come after lunch time on weekdays and the place is empty. That's how I killed 4-5 hours each day sucking up their wifi and lovely ambience. I did a number of cups during those 3 days and one time ventured into scones as well. But they are pricey. Having said so for coffee enthusiasts there is a huge variety, staff are polite and helpful. The vibe is nice and all the making of a solid cafe.
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Cozy little cafe
This is a Japanese aesthetic inspired beautiful cafe tucked away in a hidden sort of alley. They have a wide variety of coffee offerings. They don't serve food, have do have some cakes to go with your coffee, however limited options. The vibe mames it a really a fine place to chill with friends, take a break after a long walk or even get some work done. Do take note they limit dine in for onĺy 2 hours, every customer shall order at least 1 beverage.This is very common in Taipei. I have been told of that even in other cafes that I visited.
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Popular
Spread across two levels the R9 cafe is a very popular place in taipei. I saw people waiting everytime I passed by. This one time I just out of curiosity decided that the two of us get something to eat here. After some waiting we were given a table. There are a few things that i did not like, especially the plastic cups for water. It's a nicely decorated place and prices are not on the cheaper side. Surely proper glasses would help. Also, while we planned on having much more than just drinks, pizza and dessert. But it would take long time for things to be at your table. Also difficult to get hold of the serving staff. The food tasted alright, I think our dessert was quite good. Certainly some scope for improvement on other fronts.
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work cafe
I visited the brothers cafe several times during a week long stay in taipei. I needed to work and this place has a quiet, chill and cozy atmosphere, perfect for working or reading. Nice music background. Lots of natural light and friendly staff.
During my time there I tried several of their drinks besides the good old cafe latte and food items as I spent 3-4 hours at a stretch. For those with non dairy preferences, I tried their coffee with oat milk and it was strong and creamy as I prefer. Amongst the other places I tried for working and relaxing. I think this kne fares the best. I recommend trying it.
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Beautiful hangout
This is a beautiful cafe with high ceilings and nice decor. It's got chandeliers, paintings and comfortable seating. I would say while not tje cheaper end, pricing is reasonable for this area and the quality of offering. One good thing is that they take digital wallets or line pay, which is very convinient.
It’s a good place to have quiet conversation with friens. They have outdoor seatings too, but I noticed it was occupied by people who were smoking. The menu is tensile with variety of drinks and alcoholic drinks too. Ours was a stop for some coffee and cake in the evening. Both those items very of very good quality.
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