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冠宸食館

Taipei CityBeitou DistrictTaiwanese restaurant

4.2/ 5
2,398

A popular Taiwanese chicken-and-sharing-plates spot: the poached chicken is tender and springy, and peak periods often require waiting for a table.

At a Glance

Cash onlyOften busy70-minute limit
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Signature Dishes

  • Poached chicken

    The skin is fragrant and the meat is tender and springy, with an enjoyable breast too; it can occasionally be firm or fatty, while chili soy sauce brings out the freshness.

  • Fried tofu

    The crispy egg tofu has good flavor; fried tofu works well as a shared order with chicken and greens.

  • Taro cake

    Taro cake is one of the table's distinctive options and is singled out as a must-order.

  • Bamboo shoots

    Good flavor and suited as a side dish, though the portion may be small.

  • Kung Pao eggplant and green beans

    The garlic is browned on both sides; with eggplant and green beans, the dish is soft-textured and goes well with rice.

At a Glance

Value verdict
Not inexpensive, but good for an occasional meal.
Peak hours
Queues are likely around opening time.

What you should know

Best for

  • For diners craving free-range chicken and shared dishes

Avoid if

  • If you dislike queues or time limits

What you should know

  • Order everything at once; no additional orders after you are seated, and everyone must arrive before the table can be seated.
  • Confirm the pet policy before going; there have been cases where even pets in carriers were not allowed inside.