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Chán Shífān

Taipei CityDa'an DistrictIzakaya restaurant

4.3/ 5
1,871

A creative Taiwanese dining spot with a retro Taiwanese feel, ideal for drinks with friends.

At a Glance

Cash onlyOften busyReservation requiredEasy parking
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Signature Dishes

  • Peppercorn Noodles

    The peppercorn and vinegar flavors are strong; the ribbon noodles are springy, with a tangy, numbing kick that leaves the tongue numb.

  • Chicken Oil Rice

    The chicken oil is aromatic; mix it in for a simple but moreish bowl.

  • Yao-shou-tian Squid

    Olive-oil searing brings out the seafood's fresh sweetness; it is springy and juicy, and offered seasonally.

  • Dazai Century Egg Tofu

    Mashed century egg and tofu come with Kuai Kuai crackers, Thai basil, and garlic; the texture is layered, though the soy paste is slightly salty.

  • Fried Chicken

    Crispy on the outside and tender inside.

At a Glance

Value verdict
The dishes have standout points, but prices are not low overall.
Peak hours
Weekday evenings often require waiting for a table.
Reservation
Booking is recommended; once, a walk-in waited over an hour and still had no table.

What you should know

Best for

  • Drinks with a small group of friends

Avoid if

  • If you dislike peppercorns and sour, numbing flavors

What you should know

  • For the full late-night menu, arrive before 10:30 p.m.
  • The 留學生滷肉飯 braised pork rice is sold in limited quantities on specific dates only.
  • The bar counter works for solo diners ordering noodles with a few drinking snacks.