The 10 Best Brunch Spots In Daan Taipei

Daan means great safety, or great peace. This district is a vibrant, lively and culturally rich area lined with a wide range of brunch venues. If you ever find yourself in this area of Taipei looking for brunch, here’s our guide to the 10 best places.

Cafe Costumice

Cafe, Charcuterie, Restaurant, Asian, Fusion, Healthy

Cafe Costumice describes its cuisine as Asian fusion. However, global fusion seems a more fitting description for a restaurant serving generous platters of charcuterie alongside beautifully presented bimbimbap, smoked duck and fruit juices. The food speaks for itself, as does the elegance of this mellow space.

Nom Nom

In a rather dreamy district in central Taipei, burrowed in among countless artisan coffee shops and teahouses, you will find Nom Nom – a brunch heaven. From the playful decor to the superfood-infused menu, everything about Nom Nom is on trend. Each main brunch order comes alongside a serving of yogurt, juice, fruit as well as coffee and tea.

Cafe Kuroshio

Cafe, Coffee, Tea

Calvados pear upside-down cake, chilled matcha cheesecake, torta caprese, and spiced peanut butter cake are just a few of the options available at this venue. Even for those who don’t typically have a sweet tooth, try starting the day by choosing Cafe Kurishio for its expertly homemade tarts and cakes.

One Fifteen

Cafe, Diner, Restaurant, French, Mediterranean

One Fifteen is much more than just a cafe. The space doubles as a showcase for international fashion, with a particular focus on promoting Taiwanese-based designers. Once you tear yourself away from the quirky clothes, jewelry and furniture on display head into the tranquil conservatory-style dining room for some a Mediterranean influenced brunch.

The Green Steps Cafe

Cafe, Coffee Shop, Coffee

One of Taipei’s most noticeable characteristics is its obsession with coffee. There are coffeehouses everywhere and sometimes it is difficult to know which one to choose with so many on offer. For something a little different, head to The Green Steps for a bagel, some tiramisu and a lavender latte, to name just a few options. The decor and green patio are delightful but the real novelty comes from the absence of a laptop crowd. Leave your work at home and allow The Green Steps to be your detox from the internet.

Wisteria Tea House

Despite being arguably the most highly reputed teahouse in all of Taipei, Wisteria Tea House has managed to preserve an aura of privacy and is rarely crowded. The tea here is of the finest quality; there are no tea bags or builder’s brew here, just traditional Chinese teas served in a 1920s Japanese structure. Make your visit even more memorable with a gongfu cha ceremony and extend it even longer with a sampling of the tea-steamed salmon with ginger. All set meals come with a side dish, soup, dessert and rice.

Good Institute Store

The Good Design Institute is an old converted apartment in the Wenzhou area that makes traditional Taiwanese dishes with a twist and serves drinks in chemistry beakers. This somewhat medicinal theme extends to the decor and the arty pieces on sale, such as a phrenology bust and a necklace pendant molded from a set of teeth.

September Cafe

Cafe, Restaurant, French, Vegetarian

At September Cafe you’ll find french toast, croissants, bagels and paninis all served freshly made. September Cafe is a perfect fusion of vintage and warehouse style which yields a beautiful and inviting space.

Coffee Megane

Cafe, Coffee Shop, Japanese, Coffee

Coffee Megane is a very cool, hip and trendy cafe. Megane means ‘spectacles’ in Japanese and you will need yours when trying to find it, as the subtle sign is simply a white board with a tiny drawing of a pair of glasses. This theme runs throughout the cafe, from the cute and charming carvings on the wooden tableware to the stylish sets on display. Coffee Megane offers both Japanese dishes as well as western brunch staples, such as omelets and waffles.

‘Ecole Coffee Shop

Cafe, Coffee Shop, Coffee

‘Ecole Coffee Shop lies near the famed Yongkang Street, in the bustling area surrounding Jin Hua Park. Living up to its name, with indoor and outdoor seating, free wifi and delicious coffee to keep guests powered throughout the day, ‘Ecole is a great space for working and studying. ‘Ecole also has four pet cats so customers can enjoy their work breaks with some feline companions.