Food Scene
Best Xiaolongbao in the world (and the original location)
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Din Tai Fung Xinyi Restaurant
194號 Section 2, Xinyi RdBest Xiaolongbao in the world (and the original location)
L'Air Cafe & Neo Bistro
5號 Lane 164, Jinhua StGreat Western food
Fish market complex with cool ambience. Stand-up sushi, outdoor BBQ, wine bar, hotpot, oyster bar...a fun destination to hang out with friends or date.
http://hungryintaipei.blogspot.hk/2013/07/japanesesushi-i-strongly-recommend.html
*Cannot make reservation and this place is always packed- try going on weekdays.
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Addiction Aquatic Development
18號 Alley 2, Lane 410, Minzu E RdFish market complex with cool ambience. Stand-up sushi, outdoor BBQ, wine bar, hotpot, oyster bar...a fun destination to hang out with friends or date.
http://hungryintaipei.blogspot.hk/2013/07/japanesesushi-i-strongly-recommend.html
*Cannot make reservation and this place is always packed- try going on weekdays.
One of the best in the world. Reservation needed weeks ahead.
http://pattyluvtravel.wordpress.com/2012/03/11/dawan-yakiniku-the-best-one-in-taipei/
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大腕燒肉Da-wan
199號 Lane 177, Section 1, Dunhua S RdOne of the best in the world. Reservation needed weeks ahead.
http://pattyluvtravel.wordpress.com/2012/03/11/dawan-yakiniku-the-best-one-in-taipei/
Taiwanese food in a unique setting, like someone's home. Good wine pairing choices with the food.
Taiwan share TUA
七號 Lane 22, Siwei RdTaiwanese food in a unique setting, like someone's home. Good wine pairing choices with the food.
Ningxia Nightmarket
58號 Ningxia RdLess touristy, this is where the locals go.
Sightseeing
Yongkang Street
Yongkang StreetFood galore
Everything Else
I-Daan Forest Park
1號 Section 2, Xinsheng S RdOne of the largest green spaces in Taipei
Villa Like Massage & Spa
6號 Lane 27, Section 4, Ren'ai RdThai massage in a peaceful setting. Great for couple massage.
M ONE Cafe
6-1 Lane 27, Section 4, Ren'ai RdMassage for group of people or friends. Quick fix.
Parks & Nature
Xiangshan Station
Easy to get to, awesome view of 101.
Entertainment & Activities
VILLA 32
32號 Zhongshan RdBest of hotspring. Proper afternoon of R&R.
Arts & Culture
Great for family visit- exhibition, local designed products/souveniors, park and restaurant.
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Huashan 1914 Creative Park
1 Section 1, Bade RdGreat for family visit- exhibition, local designed products/souveniors, park and restaurant.
Drinks & Nightlife
Taipei's first and best speakeasy. Dark, intimate with strong cocktails.
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Ounce Taipei
309號 信義路四段Taipei's first and best speakeasy. Dark, intimate with strong cocktails.
Hipster secret bar in the basement only open on Friday/Sat. Great place for pre-drink and meeting fun people.
TASTE by Sense 30
447-48 Guangfu S RdHipster secret bar in the basement only open on Friday/Sat. Great place for pre-drink and meeting fun people.
Chess Taipei
88 松仁路