The Best Restaurants In Taipei's Shida Neighborhood

Taipei‘s Shida neighborhood has always had a reputation for being home to an incredibly diverse range of cuisines. And as home to a huge student population, prices are usually on the affordable side. But when you’re so spoiled for choice, how do you choose? Well, here are some of the best the neighborhood has to offer.

1. LaPIZZAitalian

Bistro, Pizzeria, Restaurant, Italian

This quiet little restaurant located down one of Shida’s many alleyways is quite popular with locals looking for a genuine Italian-style pizza. The place is small, so you may need to book ahead or wait for a table. According to its regulars, the pizzas are tasty with all the classic offerings on the menu. But despite its name, there’s more than pizza at the table here, with the risotto and desserts going down a treat.

2. Out of India

Restaurant, Indian

One of the oldest restaurants in the area, Out of India is the only place in the area where you can enjoy authentic Indian cuisine. This ever-popular restaurant serves up a wide range of dishes all of which are freshly prepared to order. If you like spicy food then there’s plenty to choose from here, and their freshly baked nan bread is perfect.

3. KGB Kiwi Gourmet Burgers

Bistro, Restaurant, Fast Food, American, Vegetarian

If you fancy a real burger in Shida, then give the local Burger King a wide berth and head for KGB Kiwi Gourmet Burger. This place is not your typical burger joint, though. The burgers are impressively large and extremely tasty. The Chicken Aloha burger is incredibly delicious (pineapple!), and their milkshakes really top off the meal. They even have veggie burgers made with walnuts and lentils.

5. Macho Tacos

Restaurant, Mexican

Tacos are becoming quite popular in Taiwan, and around Shida Macho Tacos is the best place to get your Mexican fix. They have specials on select nights, and their menu includes all the Mexican goodness you could want. From chimichangas to burritos and everything in between, you’re pretty much spoiled for choice at this place.

6. Bambi Bambi Brunch

Bistro, Restaurant, Steakhouse

Despite the misleading name, this restaurant is open throughout the day. The menu at this place is pretty extensive, with plenty of steaks to choose from and quite a few pasta dishes on offer. It’s a very relaxed atmosphere, and they even offer an all-you-can-drink price for wines. Fancy some classic apple pie? Yep, they have that, too. It’s a great place if you have some picky eaters in your group and are in need of a diverse menu.

7. Mykonos

Restaurant, Fusion, Greek

For a glimmer of Greece in Taipei, there are few places better in terms of décor than Mykonos. Step through the door, and you could almost believe that you’re in a café in the heart of the Mediterranean with its chalk white walls and blue upholstery. Steak and pasta are the orders of the day, but despite its Greek name, they have a decidedly Taiwanese flavor, which is not a bad thing at all. Chicken, pork, lamb, and beef steaks are all served with one of three house sauces, all of which are very tasty.

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