What Our Inspectors Say: "It's hard not to be wowed by the 1,876 fluttering copper tiles hanging from the ceiling. After working at Guy Savoy and Jaan in Singapore, Chef Kai returned home to launch this dining concept—a portmanteau of Taiwan and terroir, his statement on the use of indigenous produce in reinventing Taiwanese cuisine. Set menus challenge your preconceptions thanks to the use of modern techniques to create artful presentation and contrasting flavors and textures.

The ambiance at Tairroir is just as satisfying as their menu items. The thousands of flattering copper tiles hanging from the ceiling, the warm art and deco on the walls, and the professional service that meets you here, goes a long way in ensuring that you get the most from this two-star Michelin restaurant. The restaurant is under the stewardship of Chef Kai who has never disappointed in transforming classic Taiwanese cuisines into masterpieces that reflect the true nature of the region’s culinary diversity.

Taipei’s Tairroir is a two-Michelin-starred restaurant captained by Chef Kai Ho, whose seamless fusion of classic Taiwanese dishes with ambitious gourmet techniques has revolutionized the capital’s culinary landscape. The name itself is a blend of ‘Taiwan’ in English and ‘Terroir’ – ‘land’ in French, expressing a new definition of Taiwanese cuisine that is “Locally-Global”. Inspired by Taiwan’s characteristic mountains and surrounding seas, the restaurant’s interior reflects its local roots.

Taichung native chef Kai Ho’s Tairroir restaurant is a clever play on two words: Taiwan and terroir, which is also reflective of his training that’s equal parts French and Chinese cuisine. The chef trained in the now-defunct Guy Savoy in Singapore as well as alongside chef Julien Royer when he was at Jaan. Given such a background, the dishes that emerge out of the kitchen (in your choice of six or eight courses) sport a heavy French influence while retaining its Taiwanese soul.

Another French-inspired restaurant in Taipei, Tairroir’s head chef trained Odette in Singapore but is from the Taichung area of Taipei – a part of the country that is known for its notable and unique cuisine. When in Tairroir, the best thing to order is their 9-course tasting menu that is different for lunch and dinner, both of which regularly change depending on the seasons. The lunch set menu starts at US$112 while the dinner menu costs $179 USD per person.

Awarded two Michelin stars, in 2018 and 2019, Tairroir has built a reputation as one of the most high-end fine dining spots in Taipei. With just eight tables, reserving a table at Tairroir can be quite challenging. However, guests still wait to see chef Kai Ho in action, who’s traing in France have given the menu a balanced touch of French cuisine, Taiwanese ingredients, and more so, a fusion of both.

After stints at Singapore’s famed Guy Savoy and one-star Jaan, Taichung-born Kai Ho recently returned to the Taiwanese capital to open Taïrroir, a France-meets-Taiwan fine-dining joint that quickly became the hottest restaurant in town. Combining Gallic techniques with indigenous ingredients (sous-vide egg with crumbled taro), he has championed the trend for using locally sourced produce.

Tairroir is a celebration of Taiwan’s culinary diversity, presented through the lens of modern gastronomy. The restaurant’s name, a portmanteau of “Taiwan” and “terroir,” reflects its commitment to showcasing local ingredients and flavors. Each dish created by the talented Chef Kai Ho tells a story about Taiwan’s rich culinary heritage and the island’s abundant natural resources.

Not too many people can make French cuisine out of canned food and still win a Michelin star, but Taïrroir (態芮) chef, Kai Ho (何順凱) has done it. He doesn’t like to talk much but he’s very good at cooking!. He takes ingredients he’s familiar with, matches them in a distinctly Chinese way, and then uses his French culinary skills to come up with surprising new tastes.

Some of my favourite fine dining restaurants are RAW, Taïrroir, and MUME. Another restaurant I have not tried but is on my bucket list is Logy, as I’ve known Chef Ryogo for a long time and we had the chance to cook together when he was at Florilège. I appreciate how these restaurants feature modern cuisine, while introducing and showcasing Taiwanese produce.

Tairroir is a two Michelin-starred restaurant, so you can be sure you’re in for a very special meal here. With impressive decor of 1,876 floating copper tiles hanging from the ceiling and an open kitchen, you’ll be wowed from the moment you step inside. Dishes on the menu take inspiration from Taiwanese culture mixed with classic French cuisine.

Go on a fun culinary journey at Taïrroir, where Chef Kai transforms contemporary Taiwanese cuisine and recreates it with French influences. The word Taïrroir is fused by ''Taiwan'' in English and ''Terroir'' in French. This three-starred Michelin restaurant offers seasonal menus, ensuring a fresh and exciting dining experience with each visit.

Located on the top floor of the Palais de Chine hotel, near Taipei’s Main Station, Le Palais was Taiwan’s only only three-star Michelin restaurant for five consecutive years, before Taïrroir won three stars this year. They serve Chinese cuisine (despite their French name), and are helmed by a chef from Hong Kong.

A restaurant with a very elegant environment, there are several packages to choose from, it is recommended to order a package with a high cost performance, there are not many people dining, the service is very good, the dishes are very exquisite, very suitable for guests or friends gathering.

地址: 台北市中山區樂群三路299號 Tel: 02-8501-5500 Address: No. 299, Lequn 3rd Road, Taipei City Google Map📍https://goo.gl/maps/JJvdMrLwNtM2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tairroir/. Remark: 從米其林一星升級到米其林二星 Michelin 1 Star upgrades to Michelin 2 Stars. 延伸閱讀 Review: Taïrroir 態芮 》追求法式料理和唯美擺盤的台北米其林餐廳

It mixes modern style with real Taiwanese tastes in a cool and cozy place. Why we love it: It's more than just eating; it's a whole experience. From the cool design that greets you to the amazing city views during your meal, Tairroir makes every moment special.

On Thursday, restaurants Taïrroir and JL Studio became the latest establishments in the country to receive three stars in the Michelin Guide, joining Le Palais, which received the guide’s maximum rating for the sixth year in a row.

Taïrroir, Le Palais in Taipei and JL Studio in Taichung retained their spots in the three star category, with Le Palais received the guide's maximum rating for the seventh consecutive year.

Five restaurants maintained their two-star ratings: RAW, Nihonryori RyuGin (祥雲龍吟), Sushi Amamoto (鮨天本), Tairroir (態芮) and Guest House (請客樓) of the Sheraton Grand Taipei Hotel.