Shin Yeh Taiwanese Cuisine Zhongxiao Branch
A nostalgic Taiwanese culinary gem since 1977, offering authentic flavors and a classic dining experience. Perfect for families and special occasions.
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Shin Yeh Taiwanese Cuisine Zhongxiao Branch
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A nostalgic Taiwanese culinary gem since 1977, offering authentic flavors and a classic dining experience. Perfect for families and special occasions.
"A Taiwan staple with delicious, high-quality dishes that offer an authentic taste of home."
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for lunch or dinner, as the restaurant is very popular.
Try the Set Menus
Consider set menus to sample signature dishes like braised pork belly or stir-fried beef.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Taiwanese
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+886 2 2752 9299
Address
2樓, No. 112號, Section 4, Zhongxiao E Rd, Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan 106
Michelin Star
Excellent Cuisine, where diners can expect skilfully crafted and exceptional dishes
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Medium
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Authentic Taiwanese Delicacies
Savor traditional Taiwanese flavors, including must-try pork liver and exquisite almond jello dessert. A true taste of home for many.
Sophisticated Seafood Creations
Experience precise execution of seafood dishes, with offerings like exquisite crab okowa and pan-fried oysters.
Festive Seasonal Specialties
Enjoy traditional noodles with taro and seasonal treats like tangyuan, perfect for festive celebrations.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for lunch or dinner, as the restaurant is very popular.
Try the Set Menus
Consider set menus to sample signature dishes like braised pork belly or stir-fried beef.
Worth the Wait
If you don't have a reservation, be prepared for a wait, but many find the food quality justifies it.
Sweetness Balance
Some dishes lean sweet; if you prefer less sweetness in savory dishes, be mindful when ordering.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for lunch or dinner, as the restaurant is very popular.
Try the Set Menus
Consider set menus to sample signature dishes like braised pork belly or stir-fried beef.
Worth the Wait
If you don't have a reservation, be prepared for a wait, but many find the food quality justifies it.
Sweetness Balance
Some dishes lean sweet; if you prefer less sweetness in savory dishes, be mindful when ordering.
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Reviews Summary
Shin Yeh Taiwanese Cuisine offers a beloved, authentic taste of Taiwan with many dishes praised for their bold flavors and quality execution. Diners particularly rave about the pork liver and traditional porridge. However, some find the dishes a bit too sweet for their palate, and a few have noted inconsistencies in preparation for certain items like the three-spice chicken.
"The food here is gorgeous. The flavours are so bold and balanced especially the pork lover an absolute must have. Their fried rice and deep fried oysters were really well done, crispy and smells so alluring. The sanbeiji however was a disappointment... The flavour was too overpowering and the chicken was really dry. If you want sanbeiji go elsewhere don't waste your time here. The desserts were all so heavenly velvety soft and the sweetness impeccably controlled. Would strongly recommend people to give this place a try, just not the sanbeiji!"
Callum Murray
"Traditional Taiwanese cuisine recommended by a Taiwanese friend. Overall I found their dishes has sugar as one of the dominant flavour which I’m not quite used to. The stir fried liver is interesting and quite tasty. The young octopus does not clean too well and there are part of clear spine and intestine should be cleaned and removed. The 3-spice chicken is disappointing - cooked too long and the chicken is not tender. The radish omelette is the most successful dish. Taiwanese sausage is sugar dominant. I guess if someone like sweetness in savoury dishes they would enjoy the dishes more."
Kaman Kwok
"Delicious AF. A Taiwan staple. Some dishes are simple looking but so high quality. Steamed minced pork with salted egg yolk and the other vegetable dish I forget the name of. Also love the porridge with yam (or is that sweet potato?).
Make a reservation! Came for lunch at 11 am. Lucky they were able to barely accommodate me."
Betty Wong
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially during peak hours and weekends, as the restaurant is very popular.
Many diners recommend the pork liver, almond jello dessert, yam rice porridge, and traditional Taiwanese noodles.
While specific vegetarian dishes are not explicitly listed, the menu does include vegetable options like stir-fried seasonal greens.
Yes, the restaurant is known for its traditional Taiwanese cuisine, which appeals to both elderly family members and foreign guests seeking authentic flavors.
Yes, Shin Yeh has several branches in Taipei, including a notable location in Taipei 101 and one within the Taipei Marriott Hotel.
The restaurant offers a classic, old-school Chinese banquet hall ambiance, creating a nostalgic and traditional dining atmosphere.
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Shin Yeh is a great place for an introduction to Taiwanese cuisine, full of local ambiance and tastes. Don’t miss the three-spice chicken, fried oysters accompanied by dipping salt, rice noodles with pumpkin, or braised pig trotters with peanuts. Instead of typical white rice, Shin Yeh is best known for the yam rice porridge, which incorporates one of the main foods in Taiwan.
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Shin Yeh restaurant has several branches in Taipei, including one inside Taipei 101 (which we couldn’t get a reservation for). The resto got a rec in this New York Times article from March 2008, and we ended up at a Shin Yeh location not far from Taipei 101, close to the Taipei City Hall metro station, inside yet another luxury goods shopping mall.
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106, Taiwan, Taipei City, Da’an District, Section 4, Zhongxiao E Rd, 112號2樓, Taiwan, Province of China. "I don't think this location specifically is on the Michelin guide, bu... ★ 3.7 / 5 of 10 Reviews
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