Taiwan · FOOD & DRINK
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 13 food & drink experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Taste up to 10 Taipei specialties, explore Dongmen Market, and learn Taiwan’s food culture on a flexible private walking tour.
“I had a great tour with Garen as she not only explained the food but also the history of the city. I tried foods I would never have picked but enjoyed. I was stuffed at the end.”
Taste 7 or more Taiwanese foods, Michelin-rated street bites, bubble tea, and local culture on Taipei’s daytime or night food tour.
“We had the breakfast tour with Leo, and had a wonderful time! He was very knowledgeable, professional and friendly, and kept the morale of the group high throughout the tour. He introduced us to some local dining options, and we were able to try a variety of different breakfast foods. There were definitely some gems that we wouldn't have found without this tour, and Leo's familiarity with the store owners added to the friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We had a great time, and would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for an introduction to the Datong neighborhood area. You really get an honest experience of the day to day…”
Taste 10 Taiwanese specialties with a local guide while exploring Taipei temples, markets, food shops, and the city’s cultural history.
“Garen was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and fun. I ate a variety of foods and it was wonderful. I would actually do this tour again. Garen was also helpful giving me directions to take the train back to the airport. Would recommend!”
Taste 10+ Taiwanese dishes across Shida, Taipei University, and Yongkang Street on a three-hour small-group food tour.
“I’ve always known Taipei is a foodie heaven, but as a non-Chinese reader, the idea of navigating street-food markets on my own felt like a competitive sport—with the added fear of accidentally ordering something that stares back. Enter Sky. She guided us through a beautifully curated food tour where every stop actually hit. No filler, no tourist-trap snacks pretending to be iconic—just dish after dish of “how is this so good?” Highlights for me: the pork and bamboo buns, the beef with tomatoes, and a bunch of hidden gems I never would’ve found (or confidently ordered) by myself. Sky also paced the tour perfectly with little “flavor breaks” and palate…”
Taste Taipei through markets, university streets, and Yongkang favorites on a 3.5-hour tour with eight-plus local dishes.
“Knowledgeable guide, fun group, tried lots of various street foods. 2 - 3 hour walk around the area.”
Review of Taipei’s two-hour night market food tour, with 10+ Taiwanese dishes, Michelin-rated street food, 7-Eleven snacks, and practical tips.
“Marc was great, very informative on the food tour!! Explained the history, showed he had a great relationship with the vendors”
Taste old-school Taipei on a small-group food walk through Dadaocheng, with temples, family-run shops, drinks, and Ningxia Night Market.
“We really enjoyed this tour! Jean ( sp?) was super informative and very attentive to the needs of our young kids ( ie needing to the use the restroom, having wipes and tissues on hand, and engaging with them). My senior parents , one wRead more”
Taste up to eight Taipei street foods with a private local guide, visit night markets and a temple, and get help ordering and navigating.
“What a great tour! Our tour guide, Lin (Charlotte), was very friendly and knowledgeable and ensured we had a great time. We tried lots of different dishes and enjoyed them all. She also helped us with transportation and gave us lots of helpful recommendations for other things to do in the city. It felt like a fun night out with a local friend. I highly recommend this tour!”
Taste up to eight Taiwanese street foods at Taipei’s Yansan Night Market with a local guide in a small, friendly group.
“So much fun! Great guy and broad array of edibles. Just a bit noisy with all of the motorcycles commuting home from work.”
Make gua bao, lu rou fan, and boba from scratch in Taipei with CookInn Taiwan. A friendly small-group class and tasty meal included.
“Very good experience. Angela was most capable and interesting. The Gua Bao we made was DELICIOUS. I can't wait to try it at home , to impress my family, The Lu Rou was also good, but the Star was the Gua Bao. The Boba Tea was an amazing process, very hard! All up, a GREAT WAY TO SPEND TIME IN TAIPEI!”
Ride Taipei by premium e-bike, from breakfast and coffee to temples, markets, Taipei 101, and creative districts in a four-person group.
“Tommy was a great guide. Stopping at key places and offering valuable information about each point of interest. The food was truly local Taiwanese and tasted great. Recommended for anyone who wants to see the “real” Taipei.”
Explore Tainan’s temples, street food, craft shops, cinema, and old lanes on a four-hour small-group walking tour.
“Jenny is really informed. She shows you a lot of good artisan shops, tells about the temples and myths and culture. Some great eats a long the way. I recommend this the first day you get to Tianan to get the lay of the land”
Cook Taiwanese home-style dishes with Chef Wayne, shop Dongmen Market, taste local foods, and learn daily food customs in a small Taipei class.
“My stir fry cooking experience with Chef Wayne was outstanding! I learned a lot of new techniques from the class. Chef Wayne is very knowledgeable! He has an easy going demeanor that will put you at ease regardless of your culinary skill level. The actual kitchen (cooking lab) is spacious and clean!”
Every kind of day out on the island, and the best of each.
