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Taipei CityZhongshan DistrictFine dining restaurant

4.8/ 5
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A Japanese kappo-style chef’s menu with standout desserts, but a high price point and a demanding reservation process.

At a Glance

Reservation requiredAttentive serviceCash onlyWheelchair access
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Signature Dishes

  • Mafun Uni

    Slightly firm in texture, with pumpkin cream, flaxseed oil, and sea buckthorn oil bringing rich, sweet richness, plus a loquat-like fruit note.

  • Kagoshima A4 Wagyu

    Smoky with a slightly crisp bite, the beef has rich fat with a nutty note; its berry aroma pairs well with blackcurrant sauce.

  • Kamameshi

    Plump, springy rice with buttery and fermented aromas, layered with crisp water lotus stem and sweet-crisp bamboo shoots; use the strongly star-anise-scented chili oil sparingly.

At a Glance

Value verdict
High-priced, with some gap in culinary refinement.
Reservation
Inline reservations have at times been hard to secure; emailing for the Chef’s Menu may allow earlier booking, but the wait can still be several months.

What you should know

Best for

  • Diners who prefer a refreshing seafood tasting menu

Avoid if

  • If you are sensitive to potentially salty sauces and soups

Hidden costs

  • NT$200 water charge per person, plus a 10% service fee

What you should know

  • The menu has at times changed about every two weeks, and a full menu may not always be provided.
  • Service staff have at times stood about 1 metre behind diners, which can feel close.
  • A past visit took nearly three hours; despite the refined-looking portions, it was quite filling.