2024 Tainan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
There is an old saying in Taiwan: “To know Taiwan, you must begin with Tainan.” Tainan was the old capital city of Taiwan and has many famous historical sites and ruins. Chihkan Tower and the ancient Anping Castle are both captivating architectural antiquities from the time of Koxinga that have become part of the city's wonderful character. Of course, some people will be drawn here to track down a taste of Tainan's idol dramas, go to the night market for a big dinner, or to experience a bit of the artistic and literary flavor. You could easily devote a day to exploring the area on your own on foot and experiencing the friendliness of the people. It's very easy to fall in love with Tainan.
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Guanziling Hot Spring Old Street
Guanziling Old Street has historical traces from the Japanese occupation era. It takes about 5-10 minutes to stroll around. There are some old Japanese-style buildings and red lanterns at the bathhouses. If you haven't been here before, it's worth a visit. There's a plaza ahead where you can park, but the hotels say it's a private parking area. You can drive around nearby to find a parking spot on the street.
Address: Baihe District, Tainan City, 732, Taiwan, China
Tainan - A One-Day Food Tour
Tainan is a city rich in historical charm and a paradise for food lovers. It is a must-visit destination for many travelers heading to the southern part of Taiwan. From the Dutch architecture of Chihkan Tower to the Ming Zheng history of Anping Fort, every corner of Tainan exudes a strong historical atmosphere.
Moreover, the food in Tainan is highly praised. Whether it's traditional beef soup, coffin bread, or innovative shrimp rice, the flavors are unforgettable! 😋😋
This trip is a food tour in Tainan, starting with
Enjoy a Relaxing Sunset at Anping Sunset Platform in Tainan
Anping Sunset Platform is the closest spot to Tainan City for enjoying a seaside sunset. On clear days, this place is always bustling with people playing in the sand, wading in the waves, and enjoying a leisurely afternoon.
Tainan's summer often features spectacular fiery clouds, painting the sky in brilliant colors that captivate the eye. Strolling along the Sunset Platform at dusk allows you to capture this breathtaking scenery. For a landscape photography enthusiast like me, this place is a perfect spot for shooting beautiful photos from every angle.
Standing on the beach at the Sunset Platform, feeling the gentle sea breeze and watching the sun slowly set fills me with peace and contentment. If you have the chance to visit Tainan, don't miss this beautiful place. Bring your camera and take photos with the sunset and the beach! 🌄🙌🏻
The Mysteries and Wonderful Experiences of the Taiwan Salt Museum in Tainan
The Taiwan Salt Museum, located in the Qigu District of Tainan City, is the best place to learn about the history and culture of Taiwan's salt industry. With rich exhibitions and interactive experiences, the museum takes visitors on an in-depth exploration of the world of salt.
Here are my recommended must-see highlights:
🔆 Historical Exhibitions: The museum showcases the historical changes in Taiwan's salt industry, from ancient salt fields to modern salt-making techniques, giving you a deeper understanding of salt.
🔆 Interactive Experiences: Through various interactive exhibits, visitors can personally experience the salt-making process and learn about different types of salt and their uses.
🔆 Beautiful Salt Field Scenery: The museum is surrounded by spectacular salt fields where you can take a stroll and enjoy the unique natural landscape. The scenery is especially breathtaking at sunset.
🔆 Unique Handcraft Experience: There is an opportunity to participate in a handcraft salt workshop, where you can make your own salt products, making this trip even more memorable.
New Experience at the Old Hotel in Tainan｜Gugeng Jiao Travel
While waiting to check in at the Tainan｜Gugeng Jiao Travel, I headed to the common area on the sixth floor to rest. To my surprise, not only was the room filled with bright and comfortable lighting, but there was also an entire wall of books that caught my eye! Browsing through the shelves, I found many books that young students often consider must-reads, as well as themed content on specific topics and classic literary works from both domestic and international authors. The biggest surprise was the complete collection of Ye Shitao's works. This setup is perfect for hosting literati and scholars, discussing literature, exchanging insights, and enjoying intellectual conversations.
Beimen Crystal Church
🕰️Business Hours: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Besides the photogenic crystal church, there are many mural walls nearby for interaction and photography.
📍Address: No. 200, Beimen District, Tainan City, 727
💰Average Cost: Free entry
💞Recommended Reason: Beimen Crystal Church in Tainan is not only great for photos but also has many mural walls, making it perfect for wedding photoshoots.
🗓️Itinerary: There is a visitor center and a small shopping area nearby where you can enjoy local Tainan snacks.
Exploring Tainan｜Art Museum Cafe - Nanmei Chunshi The POOL.
Choosing the right spot makes every photo look great🖤
This is my second visit to Nanmei Chunshi inside the art museum.
I ordered the egg waffles again.
Previously tried the strawberry flavor and fell in love instantly!
This time, I opted for the summer mango.
The crispy edges of the egg waffles paired with vanilla custard,
and topped with Juan Wei's sea salt milk ice cream.
Absolutely delicious~ I felt a sense of happiness after finishing it🥰
▫️Mixed Berry Sparkling Drink NT$200
▫️Caffe Latte NT$170
▫️Mango Ice Boat Egg Waffles NT$290
Entry requires on-site registration for a waiting list.
If you're not visiting the museum, a NT$50 deposit is needed for a green wristband,
which can be refunded upstairs.
For those visiting the museum, tickets are NT$200 per person,
with NT$20 deductible from your purchase.
📍Nanmei Chunshi The POOL (Tainan Art Museum Building 2)
5F, No. 1, Section 2, Zhongyi Road, West Central District, Tainan City
⏰10:00-18:00 (Closed on Mondays)
🎪 Uni Circus Performance in Taipei
#performances #100WaysOfTravel
This popular shopping center in Taipei Xinyi district always attract the best performing acts and you get to appreciate street performances too. Follow Uni Circus and find out where they will be performing and then you can watch their performance. It is a group of acrobats who come together to do what they enjoy doing. Their best act will be the stacking of chairs and a lady member is the stunt woman. Despite not being able to complete her act in first try, all the audience are very encouraging and showing their support for her. Then she managed to complete her act in second attempt.
#taiwan #taipei #traveltips #liveyourdreams #takethattrip
Chimei Museum - From Raphael to Van Gogh: Treasures from the National Gallery, London
💞Recommended Reason:
The annual Chimei exhibition 'From Raphael to Van Gogh: Treasures from the National Gallery, London' marks the first time in 200 years that the National Gallery has brought its collection to Taiwan since its establishment in 1824! This grand art event features 50 masterpieces, including 52 original works by Dutch light master Rembrandt and post-impressionist giant Van Gogh, showcasing a snapshot of 400 years of Western painting history. These precious paintings display various artistic styles and techniques from different periods, allowing the audience to deeply understand the evolution and impact of art. 👍👍
🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities:
💎 Permanent and special exhibition areas, spacious and smoothly flowing exhibition spaces
💎 Restaurant, 7-Eleven, special exhibition souvenir shop
💎 Outdoor garden, riverside view
💎 European medieval-style decor and architecture
🕰️Opening Hours:
Friday 09:30–17:30
Saturday 09:30–17:30
Sunday 09:30–17:30
Monday 09:30–17:30
Tuesday 09:30–17:30
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 09:30–17:30
📍Address: No. 66, Section 2, Wenhua Road, Rende District, Tainan City 717015, Taiwan
💰Average Cost: $500-$1000 TWD
Follow Your Heart Travel the World Tainan | A Great Summer Destination: Art Museum Building 2
Too hot to go anywhere?
I highly recommend visiting the art museum to enjoy the air conditioning and explore the exhibitions.
When you're tired, head to the café on the 5th floor for some desserts.
You can easily spend an entire afternoon there. 😌
I think the Tainan Art Museum is fantastic!
From July 1st, you can use the same ticket twice before the end of the year.
And I just found out that one ticket grants access to both buildings.
Alright, I'll visit Building 1 next time. 🤞🏻
📍 Tainan Art Museum Building 2
No. 1, Section 2, Zhongyi Road, West Central District, Tainan City
⏰ 10:00-18:00, Saturdays 10:00-21:00
(Closed on Mondays)
Healthy vegetarian Italian restaurant in Tainan-Xintiandi Shopping Center: Miacucina
#100 Ways to Travel
#Miacucina is an Italian restaurant that advertises healthy vegetarian food. It just lacks meat and the lacto-lacto vegetarian Italian cuisine is still delicious. We recommend hand-made pasta dishes such as spaghetti, pizza, pizza, etc., as well as smoothies. and cake afternoon tea, the taste is quite rich and outstanding.
Especially in #新光MITTSUKoshi Tainan Xintiandi with a good environment, you can have a cup of coffee when you are tired from shopping, isn’t it great!
The entire store is decorated with a slight mix of American and European styles, and the warm-colored space creates a warm and joyful atmosphere. It is very suitable for birthday parties or dinners with friends. It must be very popular with families with children. After all, healthy vegetarian food is also very popular. It's also a good choice to have an occasional meal.
What's interesting in the store is that there are 15 store rules hanging on the red brick wall. It's eye-catching and fun. It's not a strict rule, but it wants you to have a relaxed meal. Isn't it very creative?
Miacucina Tainan Ximen Store
🕰️Business hours: 1100-2130
📍Address: No. 658, Section 1, Ximen Road, Central West District, Tainan City
🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Italian restaurant with American happy atmosphere
💰Per capita consumption: 400 yuan
#Tainan alleyway looking for food
Crossing Time and Space: The Cultural Charm of Anping Fort
At the end of June in Tainan, the scorching sun illuminated the ancient brick walls of Anping Fort, making them stand out vividly. On that day, I, along with a few French friends, set foot on this historic land. Despite the sweltering weather, everyone's enthusiasm remained undiminished. As my friends listened to the historical tales of Anping Fort, they were filled with interest and respect for this structure that has witnessed centuries of history. Watching their attentive expressions, I felt a deep sense of pride, knowing that the stories of this land were quietly taking root in the hearts of my foreign friends.
Tainan - TCRC Third Branch, a temple-themed bar and restaurant: Phowa
The word 'Phowa' is Tibetan, meaning the transformation and migration of consciousness energy.
As the third branch of TCRC, Phowa is a new type of bar and restaurant derived from TCRC. In addition to cocktails infused with local elements, the dishes are a collaboration with Feng He Da Jiu Jia, making it a true late-night diner!
The style of Phowa is vastly different from the old house bar of TCRC. It features a temple folk style, with traditional yet modern graffiti murals. The store sign is a large red embroidered dragon king flag, exuding the local festive atmosphere of Tainan.
Upon entering, there is a narrow path with green glowing ground, leading to a stone wall with a circular window in the center, offering a glimpse of the bar and bartenders. The left and right walls feature light sculptures of the Azure Dragon and White Tiger, symbolizing divine beasts guarding the heavenly palace.
In short, if you get a chance to book Phowa, you must try it. Whether it's the food, drinks, or the atmosphere, it will be a refreshing experience.
Phowa
Business hours: 1900-0100
Address: No. 121, Xinmei Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Experience Industrial History and Cultural Creativity in Tainan
The Ten Drum Rende Cultural and Creative Park, located in Tainan City, is a unique space that combines cultural creativity with the reuse of industrial heritage. Originally a sugar factory, this park has been transformed into a multifunctional cultural and creative space. The park retains the historical buildings of the sugar factory and incorporates modern art and facilities, creating a unique blend of old and new.
One of the core features of the park is the Ten Drum Art Percussion Group, whose performances combine traditional drumming with modern elements, captivating audiences. In addition to musical performances, the park also offers art exhibitions, DIY workshops, dining facilities, and more, allowing visitors to fully experience the charm of cultural creativity.
Moreover, the Ten Drum Rende Cultural and Creative Park emphasizes environmental protection and sustainable development. The facilities and activities within the park are infused with green concepts, aiming to promote environmental conservation and cultural heritage. This place is not only a great spot for leisure and entertainment but also an excellent venue to learn about Taiwan's industrial history and cultural creativity.
Chic Comfort at Aloft Tainan Anping
#chinatrip
Experience chic comfort at Aloft Tainan Anping, located in the historic district of Anping in Tainan, Taiwan. This vibrant hotel offers contemporary and stylish accommodations with modern amenities, perfect for both leisure and business travelers. Guests can enjoy a lively atmosphere at the W XYZ Bar and relax by the rooftop pool with panoramic views of the city. The hotel's convenient location allows easy access to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort, and other local attractions. With its trendy design and welcoming ambiance, Aloft Tainan Anping promises a memorable stay in one of Taiwan's cultural gems.
Tainan - Mr. & Mrs. Coffee House in the Alley: A Japanese-style Vintage Café
Located in an alley on Hai'an Road, Section 3, this café exudes a Showa-era Japanese atmosphere. The exterior features iron window grilles with Japanese bamboo blinds, and the interior is filled with dark wooden furniture, green leather sofas, and terrazzo flooring, creating a quaint and serene ambiance.
The coffee house, popular among the artsy crowd, has moved from the East District to the North District of Tainan, and its style has changed slightly. It seems to be run by a couple, hence the name 'He & She,' reminiscent of 'Mr. & Mrs.'
The space inside is not large, but it's quite comfortable. As usual, I ordered an iced Americano served in a vintage Suntory whiskey glass, with a faux silver base, handle, and tray that match perfectly.
In addition to coffee and desserts, the café also offers light meals such as toast and sandwiches, which seem to be quite popular. Plus, they open early at 9 am, making it a great spot for brunch.
Operating Hours: 09:00 - 16:30
Address: No. 18, Lane 32, Section 3, Hai'an Road, North District, Tainan City
Tainan's Best Value Single Cup Whiskey Shop: A Ray of Heavy Hits - Alcohol and Caffeine
Even locals in Tainan may not be aware that in the redeveloped area of Shuijiaoshe, a super large and stylish liquor store has opened in the Lijing Yanghe Building.
Whiskey and related books are displayed in a wooden bookshelf style, complemented by bright and grand floor-to-ceiling windows. During the day, sunlight streams in, filling the space with a literary and scholarly ambiance. At night, when the lights shine through, it becomes a low-key yet fashionable space for tasting spirits.
One must say, the owner has really invested heavily, creating a place that's quite different from the average liquor store!
A Ray of Heavy Hits has received high online reviews for its extensive selection of whiskey and rum, as well as its affordable prices. Calling it Taiwan's best single cup whiskey shop is no exaggeration—it's both professional and generous.
The shop also caters to non-drinkers, offering coffee drinks and desserts, along with a leisurely and comfortable environment. It's definitely worth a special trip to experience it and to expand one's knowledge of spirits!
A Ray of Heavy Hits - Alcohol and Caffeine
Business Hours: 12:00-20:00 (open until 23:00 on Saturdays and Sundays)
Address: No. 35, Shuijiaoshe Road, South District, Tainan City
Tainan's Cool Retreats
The sun in Tainan is too enthusiastic ❤️🔥 To avoid heatstroke, we all run indoor activities! The Tree Valley Life Science Museum is really worth a visit!
Tickets are cheap and you can also take children around for at least 2 hours. The flow line is also well designed~
This time I also went to the Tainan Art Museum No. 2, besides the exhibition, the whole building is new and beautiful. Those who like to take beautiful photos for the internet can consider it.
Hidden Gem Restaurant at Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Tainan
Wow, my trip to Tainan was such a jackpot! Staying at the Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel's Zui Yue Lou was like being in paradise! 😍
The hotel is really worth it, highly recommended to everyone! I stayed on the 38th floor, the view was superb, I could see the entire beauty of Tainan, it was such a treat! 🏙️
And their roast duck is so delicious, every bite is filled with happiness, I just couldn't stop eating! 🦆
The whole hotel environment is also very comfortable, making one feel very relaxed and content. The service is top-notch, every staff member is very enthusiastic and attentive, giving me the warmth of home. 🏨
In summary, my trip to Tainan was very satisfying, and Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel played a big role in that! If you're planning to travel to Tainan, you must stay here, it definitely won't disappoint! 👍
Shinbi Street's Unique Bar - Order Drinks with CD Albums: Kohaku
The naming logic of the establishment: 'Kohaku' means sound, which is the theme, as reflected in the design of the drink menu or the selection of audio equipment, which is particularly meticulous; the interior uses many amber-colored elements to echo the 'Kohaku' in its name.
As the establishment describes, upon entering Kohaku, one is immediately drawn to the acrylic-like translucent amber wave boards that attract the eye, hanging like ribbons from the ceiling, coupled with the amber-colored frosted partitions in the seating area, adding a touch of enchantment to the space, which is quite distinctive.
The drink menu design is also creative, using early transparent music CD cases, with the album covers replaced by four major categories of cocktails, ranging from light to strong, from sour to bitter, categorized into: Earth's Echo, Flower's Echo, Tea's Echo, and Forest's Echo, which are very easy to understand.
I remember ordering the Red Jungle with roselle and cranberry foam, perhaps because of its lower alcohol content? I heard it's opened by the well-known bar #Cage, but on weekends there's a minimum charge of two drinks per person, which I found a bit too much.
Kohaku
Business Hours: 2000-0200
Address: No. 39, Shinmei Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Average Spending: $600-800
Experience the Coffee Culture of Southeast Asia without Visiting Laos: Laotian Coffee
Even if you haven't been to Laos, you can still experience the coffee culture of Southeast Asia in the alleys of Tainan with a cup of Laotian coffee. The tropical rainforest climate of the region is actually quite suitable for the cultivation of coffee trees, and it's likely that Laos, located inland in Southeast Asia, also produces coffee beans, right?
Turning into the alley from either Wu Garden or Xu Feng Hao, you can easily find Laotian coffee. The simple and clean white walls have a bit of the French colonial style of northern Vietnam, creating a peaceful atmosphere with coffee.
The owner is quite knowledgeable about coffee and will carefully explain the roasting and taste. I have visited twice, ordering black coffee and brandy coffee respectively. The Americano is very smooth, tastier and cheaper than chain brands; the brandy coffee has a rich aroma, with a light fragrance of alcohol and the bitterness of coffee combining to create a surprisingly sweet aftertaste, quite distinctive.
There are many unique small shops in the alleys of Tainan, especially coffee shops, each with its own special flavor or decor. Why not take a stroll through the winding alleys of the Central and Western District, and while you're at it, grab a coffee and some snacks from Laotian Coffee, then sit and cool off in Wu Garden, enjoying the leisurely pace of Tainan.
Laotian Coffee
Business Hours: 0930-1640
Address: No. 60, Lane 79, Zhongshan Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Average Spending: $100-200
Delicious food for young people around the South American Pavilion: Haoshai Catering Department
#Haosai Restaurant "Sunshine Some Shine" is a triangular window street store at the intersection of Youai Street and Yongfu Road. In front of it is the South American Hotel II and Youai Street Hotel, which are the favorites of tourists. It has an excellent location.
Hao Sha is a warm restaurant full of retro atmosphere. The dining area has a floor-to-ceiling window with a great view, overlooking the intersection where people come and go. The interior is in a slightly calm gray-blue color scheme, with stone flooring, wooden furniture, and plant decorations, giving it a retro style that makes people feel relaxed.
During the main meal period (11:00-14:00), the store serves meat, seafood pasta and light meals. I ordered a fried flower branch seafood salad and pre-dinner soup, which tasted okay. During lunch time (after 14:00), you can order drinks a la carte, or have a cup of light yogurt.
Good food and beverage department
Address: No. 54, Youai Street, Central West District, Tainan City
Last order time: 1600
Per capita consumption: $200-400
#Tainan alleyway looking for food
The Vinyl Record Store Turned Brunch Cafe: 44Bit Record Store.
Tucked away in the alleys of Tainan, the 44Bit Record Store is not only a vinyl record specialty store but also a brunch spot! Located next to the Bailong An Anqing Hall on Fuqian Road, it is a two-story old house with a facade of double-fired bricks that exudes a sense of the past, marked by a signboard hanging with the name "44Bit".
The old house is decorated with an elegant retro style, and inside, many vinyl records and antique collections are displayed, with separate exhibition and dining areas. While dining, guests can also wander around and search for albums from their own era, which is quite interesting.
The brunch menu offers paninis, burgers, pasta, and even a daily staff meal, along with various drinks and desserts. As for the taste, I've forgotten, but dining in this beautiful environment and taking pictures is truly beautiful!
44Bit Record Store
Business Hours: 1000-1600
Location: 1st Floor, No. 26, Lane 85, Section 1, Fuqian Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Average Consumption: $200-400
Shennong Street in Tainan
I have visited Tainan several times, but this was a place I had not managed to visit until now.
I stopped by on my way back from the night market!
It was full of nostalgic atmosphere.
At this Instagram-worthy spot, everyone was stopping to take photos.
Even though it was a weekday, there were quite a few people around.
There were shops like bag stores, but it seemed more like a place to enjoy the atmosphere rather than to shop.
Rather than going out of your way, it might be better to just stop by when you're in the area for something else.
Michelin's Latest Recommended Restaurant - The Noodle Creativity Player: Wheat Mystery Food Lab
Wheat Mystery" is Taiwanese for "selling noodles," and "Food Lab" represents a playful creativity with food, which I interpret as "creative noodle shop".
The dining space is like a black teppanyaki private booth, where you can watch the cooking process up close while sitting at the bar. Noodles, side dishes, drinks, and desserts are handled by chefs specializing in four different courses, ensuring a precise dining experience within 60 minutes. The menu changes periodically, and the menu for May is as follows:
[Noodle Mystery] Choose two out of three:
1. Xuejia Non-toxic Shrimp: Served with thin noodles and a bowl of shrimp broth, which can be mixed dry or turned into a soup noodle, offering a rich and thick seafood flavor.
2. Pork Cartilage: Paired with an unseen "non-noodle" texture, shaped like rice grains but with the texture of noodles, the chef says it's a type of Italian pasta. Amazing!
3. Yilan Duck Delight: Not ordered, as it was only for two people.
[Side Dish Mystery] Order all five:
1. Smoked Sausage Scotch Egg: Fried preserved egg with a red yeast rice flavor.
2. Donut Shrimp Cake: The filling is a whole shrimp, similar to a shrimp roll.
3. Egg White Tofu: The texture is like the egg white of a three-colored egg, not a salted egg.
4. Tea-smoked White Goose: Replaced with duck delight, paired with a Caesar salad without lettuce.
5. Cantonese Superior Soup • Truffle Wonton: Excellent texture.
[Drink Mystery] Choose one out of five:
1. Nansi Starfruit + Tonic Water, a matured sweet and sour taste with a solid feel, plus the texture of sparkling water.
[Dessert Mystery] Choose one out of two:
1. Showa Pudding (not eaten): Taiwanese banana x Vietnamese coffee x coconut milk.
2. Green Pistachio Roselle Puff: This one is delicious and photogenic.
In conclusion, the restaurant plays with noodle dishes in new ways, offering varied flavors and rich layers, making it well worth the experience. However, the restaurant has limited seating, so it's best to make a reservation in advance.
Wheat Mystery Food Lab Bue mi .Lab
Business Hours: 1200-1400, 1750-2000
Location: 1st Floor, No. 90, Qingnian Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Average Consumption: Minimum charge $350
Fashionable Artistic Style at Tainan Library: UBUNTU Bookstore Cafe
A bookstore inside the library?
Tainan's new main library on the 4th floor houses a cultural salon cafe, the UBUNTU Bookstore, featuring streamlined fashionable design that fully utilizes the elongated space. Natural light is brought in through floor-to-ceiling windows, with the shadows of the grilles outside creating a scattered pattern. The hollowed-out book wall is ingeniously interwoven with white ropes, serving as the backdrop wall, and the entrance is also crafted with white ropes to evoke the image of an archway, exuding elegance and grandeur.
The overall space is comfortable and cozy, making it a perfect spot for hipsters to pause and take photos. Just ordering a cup of coffee allows you to enjoy the ambiance. While the entire library environment is already very conducive to reading and resting, if you want to have a cup of coffee or a snack, then UBUNTU Bookstore is the place to go. Even if you're not reading, posing as a hipster and snapping some trendy photos is also a pleasant experience.
UBUNTU Bookstore
Business Hours: 0830-2030
Address: 4th Floor, 255 Kangqiao Avenue, Yongkang District, Tainan City
Average Spending: $100-200
Recommended Reason: A salon cafe with a strong cultural atmosphere, full of hipster charm.
Chill yet Luxurious Thai Cuisine and Wine Bar: Malibu
On my first visit to Malibu, I was immediately captivated by its exterior, enveloped in palm trees. Pushing the door open, I was even more astonished by the extravagant decor, with crystal chandeliers, drapes, and Buddha statues, embodying the Thai ambiance I had in mind—subtle yet luxurious chill vibes.
Malibu has been serving Thai cuisine for a while and doubles as a bar. It offers Taiwanese-modified Thai dishes that cater to the slightly lighter taste preferences of Taiwanese people. The mild spiciness of the minced pork with basil is just right, unlike the overwhelming heat you'd find in Bangkok! The green curry, stir-fried string beans with stinky tofu, and shrimp cakes are all perfect with rice, and it's great to pair them with a pot of sweet and sour tamarind juice.
The staff is enthusiastic and friendly, with diligent service. They frequently check on customers' tastes and needs, and even treat them to fried banana cakes as a dessert after the meal. Thai desserts are indeed very sweet! Malibu is a beautiful place with a Thai vibe and the warmth of Tainan hospitality.
Malibu
Business Hours: 1800-0130
Address: No. 131, Chongming 7th Street, East District, Tainan City
Average Cost per Person: $400-600
Lin Department Store & Mountain Sea Tofu Pudding
Address: 5th Floor, No. 63, Section 2, Zhongyi Rd, West Central District, Tainan City 700, Taiwan
Atmosphere/Facilities: Perfect for a break
Budget per person: I visited in February and again in April, and noticed that the price of some tofu puddings has increased... For example, the recommended Comprehensive Silk Tofu Pudding is now NT$90, whereas it was NT$80 two months ago. With the yen weakening (this time it was over 4.9 yen to the yuan), it's a bit sad.
Rating: ★★★★☆
It's hot, so I always stop by for a break.
The tofu pudding is delicious. One is never enough.
This time, I also had pineapple shaved ice at the neighboring Lin Coffee.
Ah, I'll go again!
A Super Chill Hipster Teahouse in Tainan: Tea Tasting
Tainan has many hipster coffee shops, but hipster teahouses are rare. Located on Nanning Street, Tea Tasting offers a great experience.
The old house has been renovated to create a spacious courtyard with a large tree. It's very pleasant to enjoy tea in the courtyard when the breeze is cool in the afternoon. The counter features a beautiful tea cabinet, with green tiles and wooden shelves that look very textured and photogenic under the light, preserving the beauty of the old house while adding a modern Japanese-style design.
The owner is a tea farmer from Lishan, and all the teas are sold directly from the farm. When ordering, the staff will first present five types of tea leaves for guests to smell and choose from. Six tea products correspond to six different characters; I chose the Lishan black tea representing 'rosy clouds.' It's brewed on the spot, and the taste and aroma are excellent, with a rich fragrance. The black tea is served in a glass wine bottle, making the whole presentation look like you're drinking whiskey!
The shop also offers various desserts and savory snacks, which are perfect to enjoy with high mountain tea. It's super comfortable to spend a quiet afternoon here when there are few people around!
Tea Tasting
Business Hours: 1100-1900/2000
Address: No. 13, Lane 71, Nanning Street, West Central District, Tainan City 700, opposite
Average Spending: $200-400
Recommended Reason: A super chill hipster teahouse
#WinHKFlight Traditional Grocery Store
#winhkflight
Entering a Tainan money coming traditional grocery store is like stepping into a time capsule of childhood memories. The quaint store with its wooden shelves lined with jars of colourful candies, a variety of snacks, and childhood traditional games.
The decoration outdoors of the grocery store is worth paying a visit as it is colourful, unique, and traditional. Everyone enjoyed taking photos to mark a journey here.
Visit to the Tainan money coming traditional grocery store is a journey back in time, a reminder of simpler days filled with laughter, friendship, and the joy of indulging in childhood pleasures.
#grocerystore
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