Taiwan Cuisine is originated from Fujian Cuisine. It is because that many of the first Taiwanese are immigrants from Fujian, a coastal province in southeast China and face Taiwan Island to its southeast. The Taiwanese have changed and improved traditional Fujian Cuisine to form their own way of cooking. Japanese Cuisine, Hong Kong Cuisine and the eight cuisines of the mainland China have also influenced Taiwan Cuisine. Now, Taiwan Cuisine has already become independent and distinctive.

Shanghai attracts many Taiwanese merchants due to its fast economic development. More and more Taiwanese choose to visit Shanghai or settle in this city. Taiwan Cuisine consequently becomes popular. Taiwan is surrounded by the sea and abundant in marine products, so seafood is sure to lead the fashion of Taiwan Cuisine. In the Taiwan Cuisine restaurants in Shanghai, you can have the fresh and delicious fish, crabs and shrimps, or you can enjoy the famous Taiwan snacks.

Recommended Restaurants of Taiwan Cuisine:

Bellagio
Chinese name: 鹿港小镇 (lù gǎng xiǎo zhèn)
Specialties: This is a popular Taiwan Cuisine restaurant winning the highest public praise in Shanghai. Sanbei Chicken and pilaf served here show the traditional delicacy of Taiwan dishes. The ice blended in Bellagio is tasty such as Ice Blended with Mango, Peanut and Red Bean.
Average cost per person: CNY 60 - 70

Gubei Branch: No. 778, Gold City Street, Changning District (near South Gubei Road)
Operating Hours: 11:00 - 4:00 (the next day)

Xin Tian Di Branch: No. 68, Taicang Road, Luwan District (near Songshan Road)
Operating Hours: 11:00 - 4:00 (the next day)

Shuicheng Branch: No. 101, South Shuicheng Road, Changning District (near Hongqiao Road)
Operating Hours: 10:00 - 4:00 (the next day)

Xikang Branch: No. 111, Xikang Road, Jing'an District (West Beijing Road)
Operating Hours: 11:00 - 24:00

Din Tai Fung
Chinese name: 鼎泰丰 (dǐng tài fēng)
Specialties: This is a chain restaurant from Taiwan, focusing on various snacks. Shanghai snacks blended with Taiwan flavor are served such as the steamed crab powder buns. Shrimp dumplings and beef noodles here are also savory. The Chinese calligraphy and painting works on the wall of the restaurant show the distinctive and appealing Chinese culture.
Average cost per person: CNY 100

Xin Tian Di Branch: 2F, House 6, South Block, Xin Tian Di, Lane 123, Xingye Road, Luwan District
Operating Hours: 11:00 - 15:00, 17:00 - 23:00

Hongqiao Branch: 109, Peace Square, No. 18, Shuicheng Road, Changning District (near Hongqiao Road)
Operating Hours: 11:30 - 14:30, 17:00 - 22:45

Super Brand Mall Branch: Unit 24, 3F, Super Brand Mall, No. 168, West Lujiazui Road, Pudong New Area
Operating Hours: 11:00 - 23:00

Chun Shui Tang
Chinese name: 春水堂 (chūn shuǐ táng)
Specialties: Chun Shui Tang is one of the most famous restaurants in Taiwan. Its branch in Shanghai is also very famous for its dainty decoration, tasty food and comparatively low prices. The milk tea and the royal cheese are recommended.
Address: No. 1, Middle Huaihai Road, Luwan District (near Liulin Road)
Operating Hours: 8:00 - 23:00 (to 24:00 on weekends)
Average cost per person: CNY 30 - 50

San Qian Yuan
Chinese name: 三千院 (sān qiān yuàn)
Specialties: This restaurant is opened by a famous Taiwan singer Jeff Chang. The name of San Qian Yuan has a deep connotation in Buddhism. The layout of this two-story restaurant is designed by a famous designer. The first floor with a reminiscent style is an ideal place for afternoon tea. The second floor with outdoor seats is for dining. The restaurant mainly serves creative Taiwan dishes and snacks, including Sanbei Chicken and tea jelly.
Address: No. 64, South Urumqi Road, Xuhui District (near Hengshan Road)
Operating Hours: 11:30 - 14:00, 17:00 - 23:30 (afternoon tea is available between 14:00 and 17:00)
Average cost per person: CNY 120

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