Reale Cucina Italiana
Taipei CityDa'an DistrictRestaurant
Try the Italian tube pasta and tableside-made tiramisu; recorded prices were NT$480 for the bacon pasta and NT$350 for tiramisu.
At a Glance
Signature Dishes
Bacon-and-egg tube pasta
The pasta is firm and chewy, and the bacon can be crisp; the sauce and seasoning lean salty and lack balance, becoming heavier when cooled.
Olive-oil ice cream
The olive oil brings a grassy aroma and pairs well with balsamic vinegar; the texture may also feel icy and the flavor may be sweet.
Tiramisu
Made tableside, with noticeable coffee and alcohol aromas; the mousse is airy and the ladyfingers can retain some crispness, but it may also be boozy, rich, or unevenly soaked.
Pirate-style long pasta
On the first visit, the sauce was reduced cleanly and tasted vibrant and rich; on a later visit, it performed less well than the first.
Roman-style braised tripe
The tripe is braised until tender yet chewy; the tomato sauce pairs with crisp bread, and the dish is filling.
At a Glance
- Value verdict
- Prices are not low; some dishes are salty or heavy, with an overall rich profile.
- Reservation
- There is a record of a Friday noon reservation at 12:30 with a NT$500 deposit per person.
What you should know
Best for
- Dining with friends and drinks
Avoid if
- If you mind salty flavors and price
Hidden costs
- Water charge: NT$100 per person
What you should know
- There is a record of prosciutto and duck breast being unavailable.