Hualien food: type that keyword into Google and what usually comes up is Gongzheng steamed buns, flat dumplings (bian shi) or mochi (which is on sale all over town). Sometimes, while planning a trip to Hualien, you just want to shout: I really need a change of flavor!
They say a good trip needs beautiful scenery, and even better food! Come to Hualien and you can head up into the mountains and down to the sea for a full-body refresh. Play well, and of course eat well too.
Where’s the good food in Hualien? Let the gogoout editor share our “Instagram-worthy picks: Hualien eats”
Enough talk, let’s dig in:
1. Fantasy Land Cafe
Fantasy Land Cafe: just hearing the name gives you a sense of anticipation. The interior is decorated with all kinds of dried flowers, which makes it especially relaxing. Bite after bite, you’ll fall in love!
Fantasy Land Cafe’s signature dish is pan-seared chicken leg with American pancakes. Juicy, tender chicken paired with fluffy pancakes gives you a sweet-and-savory combination that really stands out!
Compared with Taipei restaurants in the same price range, the food at Fantasy Land Cafe has a rustic, farm-fresh simplicity that lets the ingredients’ natural flavors shine through.
Details
- Phone: 03-832-1883
- Address: 2F, No. 597, Heping Rd., Hualien City
- Hours: 11:30-20:00
Source:
http://mt0801.pixnet.net/blog/post/331282450
2. 5+商行 (5+ Store): Japanese-style breakfast in Hualien
5+ is actually the name of the shop cat. Cats make you think of lazy mornings, when all you want to do is take your time with your food and leave your worries behind.
At 5+, you have to order the super-stuffed eel honmaru (which is really a rice ball) and give it a try. The flavorful sauce with the eel will absolutely leave you satisfied!
If you feel the same way we do, this Japanese-style brunch spot is perfect for you.
Relax, fill up, and then start the next leg of your trip.
Details
- Address: No. 6, Alley 16, Lane 75, Jianguo Rd., Hualien City
- Hours: 9:30-18:00
Source:
http://ninninlien.pixnet.net/blog/post/46703374
3. 小日食手作 (Little Day Handmade): a healthy Hualien breakfast (now closed)
小日食手作 (Little Day Handmade) uses ingredients from small local farms, and even the bread is made in-house, so here you can taste a handmade texture that’s different from the usual.
What’s more, the shop’s signature Little Day brunch comes not only with a big plate piled high with vegetables, but also lets you freely mix and match the handmade bread, eggs, meat and sauces. Head to 小日食手作 (Little Day Handmade) today and build a plate that’s all your own!
Details
- Location: No. 22-2, Ziyou St., Hualien City
- Phone: 03-835-3358
- Hours: 08:30-18:00
Source:
https://www.jumpman.tw/2015-10-14-07-08-08/2013-10-01-09-37-22/2017-04-01-05-33-32/887.html
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4. 獵人廚房 (Hunter’s Kitchen)
獵人廚房 (Hunter’s Kitchen) is a hidden-away restaurant tucked into a residential neighborhood in Hualien City.
The house specialties are hunter’s braised chicken and baguette with handmade beef strips and mustard sour cream sauce.
The chef at 獵人廚房 (Hunter’s Kitchen) could be called a food artist: every dish satisfies your taste buds and is a feast for the eyes too.
Details
- Address: No. 3, Lane 12, Dongxing 2nd St., Hualien City
- Phone: 0916282350
Source:
http://tloveq.pixnet.net/blog/post/45155049
5. Caffe Flore – an old house blended with floral art
Caffe Flore is one of Hualien’s food spots that decorates its space with flowers. Combined with the wooden storefront, it feels like an old secret garden.
The shop sells not only cakes and desserts made by the owner herself, but also plenty of artsy, hipster-style gifts and goods.
If you’re looking for a quiet place on your trip to enjoy a connection with nature, Caffe Flore is definitely the top choice!
Details
- Address: No. 79, Zhongxiao St., Hualien City
- Phone: 03-8325172
Source:
https://www.walkerland.com.tw/article/view/150135
6. 小和山谷 (Xiaohe Valley)
Our last restaurant is 小和山谷 (Xiaohe Valley), near Shoufeng Station. When we first looked it up, we found that the shop closes two fixed days a week, and you have to book through its Facebook page before you go! (What? That’s quite something – we’d love to just buy the place out!)
The place is run by a married couple, and the restaurant is set in an old Japanese-style building surrounded by mountains on all sides, like stepping into a hidden paradise!!
Besides refined savory dishes, 小和山谷 (Xiaohe Valley) has a signature dessert that made our hearts flutter – the ice cream milkshake!
The glass is filled with a rich, thick shake and topped with piles of cream and doughnuts. One big sip and you’re filled with happiness!
Details
- Address: No. 119, Pinghe 1st St., Pinghe Village, Shoufeng Township, Hualien County
- Phone: 0988-166951
Source:
http://www.dribs-drabs.com/blog/post/461234288-peaceful-village
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This article was translated by AI from the original Chinese version.
