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(Huíliú; 9 Lane 31, Yongkang St; dishes NT$90-200, set meals from NT$400;
11.30am-10pm;
;
Dongmen)
On the far side of Yongkang Park, Hui Liu serves vegetarian fare such as
dumplings, quiche and hand-pulled sesame noodles marked by freshness and a Zen-like
presentation on unglazed dishes. The atmosphere is a mix of rustic teahouse and ceramic
studio, and is meant to appeal to urban professionals. High-quality organic teas and
ceramic pieces are on sale.
Rakumenya
RAMEN $$$
(Miàn Wū Rìshì Lāmiàn; 7 Lane 10, Yongkang St; ramen NT$180-220; 11.30am-10pm; ;
Dongmen)
Japanese ramen joints are popping up all over Taipei. This authentic and ever-
crowded eatery asks you to choose both your broth flavour and thickness as well as
noodle thickness and texture. Extra noodles are provided free at any time as long as you
have broth left. Plenty of excellent cold dishes are also available.
Oma Ursel's German Bakery & Restaurant
GERMAN $$$
(Ōumā Wūsūlā; 8 Lane 10, Yongkang St; set lunch/dinner from NT$280/350; 11.30am-2pm &
5.30-9pm; ; Dongmen)
With its two-storey cottage design, including a pleasant brick
terrace, this is a charming place to enjoy classic German fare such as sausages, pig
knuckle or meatloaf. Oma is renowned for its desserts, especially cakes, and also its se-
lection of breads, many of which can be purchased at the front bakery for takeaway.
There's also a good wine and beer selection.
Beijing Lou
PEKING DUCK $$$
$$$
(Běijīng Lóu; 157 Roosevelt Rd, Sec 3; half duck NT$850, dishes NT$188-588; 11am-2pm &
4.30-9pm; ; Taipower Building)
One of the best Beijing duck restaurants in town, with
a cosy old-school decor and ageing but attentive waitresses. The half duck is sufficient
for two or three people.
ORGANIC EATS
Need something to balance out the night markets' assorted artery-clogging good-
ness? Taipei has a number of places to get organic fruits, vegetables and other
healthy products.
