元一 天婦羅
Taipei CityDa'an DistrictTempura restaurant
The tempura batter brings out the ingredients' freshness, and the meal as a whole feels light rather than greasy.
At a Glance
Reservation required
Signature Dishes
Firefly Squid Tempura
The fried firefly squid has two textures.
Shiso and Uni Tempura
The shiso-and-uni tempura comes in a generous portion, with a fresh, smooth mouthfeel and a clear sweetness.
Asparagus Tempura
The asparagus lets the ingredient's natural freshness shine; during a mid-March visit, it was also among the favored dishes.
Tendon
The rice for the tendon is cooked in a clay pot, and the tendon is available in large, medium, or small bowls.
Fried Burdock
The fried burdock is paired with coffee powder; the coffee's fragrant bitterness blends with burdock's earthy character to create a herbal aroma.
At a Glance
- Value verdict
- A complete experience from cuisine to the overall dining experience
- Peak hours
- Dinner is popular.
- Reservation
- Reservations are required.
What you should know
Best for
- Diners who value ingredient flavor and on-site explanations
Avoid if
- Not ideal for diners who prefer a crisp shell
Hidden costs
- Dinner price excludes the service charge
What you should know
- The menu changes with the seasons, so the day's offerings may differ.
- No accessible seating or accessible parking is provided.
- The dining space is somewhat cramped.