Located less than two hours away from Taipei, Taichung is a neighbouring city in Taiwan you have to visit as it is home to many different arts and cultural influences and some of the best night markets.

In recent years, Taichung has undergone a rapid redevelopment and is now a wonderful holiday destination for many; various adorable themed cafes have sprung up in Taichung that appeal to many Instagram-addicts and avid travellers. The next time you plan a trip to Taiwan, you have to include these cafes in your itinerary.

If you are intrigued by all things cute and adorable, read on to discover the 8 Cafes & Restaurants In Taichung that are so adorable, you wouldn’t want to leave.

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I’M TALATO

Designed with a swimming pool filled with giant replicas of ice cream cones, this place is perfect for Instagram addicts. Take countless photos of their cute pink floats and dummy swimming pool that will definitely make your friends jealous. What you have to get there is their creamy and delicious gelato.

No. 451, Yingcai Rd, West District
Taichung City, Taiwan 403
Tel: +886 4 2305 8908
Daily: 11.30am – 7.30pm

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SOWING THE SWEETS

With yellow and white hues, Sowing The Sweets is a brightly-lit cafe that primarily makes use of cheerful colours in the likes of mellow yellow and turquoise. They serve up adorable-looking cakes that are made for the gram but what you must not skip is their salted caramel tart and chocolate cake.

No. 234, Huamei Street
West District
Taichung City, Taiwan 403
Tel: +886 986 750 680
Mon to Fri: 1pm – 7pm
Sat & sun: 12pm – 7pm

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BLUE BOX

Nestled in the North District of Taichung, this blue box container cafe exudes chill beach vacation vibes that will have you reminiscing about your beach holidays. Their seating area is set against a pretty backdrop filled with artificial blue and white roses. Perfect for your social media feeds, the cute over-the-top sweet treats are a must to try.

No. 173, Yizhong Street
North District
Taichung City, Taiwan 404
Tel: +886 955 132 267
Mon to Fri: 2pm – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 1.30pm – 10pm

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PRINCESS ANNIE’S GARDEN

Designed around a fairy-tale theme, Princess Annie’s Garden is every Disney princess’s dream come true. With a perfect garden view that will enhance your overall dining experience at the restaurant, guests are able to enjoy the peace and serenity of nature while savouring western delights.

No. 223, Zhongxing Street
Xinshe District
Taichung City, Taiwan 426
Tel: +886 4 2593 1568
Mon to Fri: 9.30am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 9.30am – 8pm

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ROBOT STATION

A robot haven, this place appeals to all fans of robots. With robots ornaments placed at different corners of the cafe, this quirky cafe is a hot spot among the youths and tourists. As for food, Robot Station serves up everything from pizzas and sandwiches to excellent desserts and juices.

No. 106, Xiangshang North Road
West District
Taichung City, Taiwan 403
Tel: +886 4 2301 9859
Mon, Wed & Sun: 11.30am – 9pm
Closed on Tuesdays

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MODERN TOILET

With a chain of Modern toilet joints across Taipei, this place definitely needs no introduction. The quirky toilet-centric interior with poop-shaped cushions, bathtubs and showerheads is truly an interesting experience! Dig into scrumptious food and amazing drinks served on plastic toilet bowls instead of regular plates.

Taiwan, Taichung City
North District
Yizhong Street
Tel: +886 4 2223 2870
Daily: 11.30am – 9pm

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ATC CAFE

The gigantic pink cup outside ATC Cafe calls for your immediate attention and you can bet it is popular with the ladies who pose with the cup for their #OOTD pictures. Its sleek interior makes it a popular spot among the young and fashionable crowd who stops by for a cup of coffee or tea.

No. 480, Shizheng Road
Xitun District
Taichung City, Taiwan 407
Mon to Thu & Sun: 11am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 12pm

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ASHARE CAFE

Ashare Cafe is a space for all those who love travelling to come together and enjoy typical cafe grub while unwinding from the pressures of life. The wall is decorated with antique car plates, old paper maps, flags and posters that make great backdrops for taking your #OOTDs.

No. 20, Minsheng North Road
West District
Taichung City, Taiwan 403
Tel:  +886 4 2301 7380
Tue: 9am – 5pm
Wed to Sat: 9am – 9pm
Sun: 9am – 7pm

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Penang is a modern Asian city that still preserves the traditional and historical elements of its past. With its buzzing cafe scene in Penang, travellers are often amazed by the myriad of cafes there—some exude an alluring old-world charm while others are more modern in terms of decor and food.

Whether you are looking for a chill time with your girlfriends, a great Instagrammable spot for photos or just simply savouring great food with freshly-brewed coffee, Penang’s dynamic cafe culture has it all.

This list of gorgeous cafes in Penang will turn your Instagram followers green with envy. Now it’s time to up your Instagram feed with these amazing Insta-worthy cafes you never knew exist in Penang!

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AWESOME CANTEEN

For the health junkie, Awesome Canteen is a great place to try Paleo dishes, which is known to be beneficial for health.

With healthy dishes such as the Paleo Eggplant Niku with Chicken (RM29.90), expect a hearty meal filled with plenty of nutrients. With its quaint interior paired with re-purposed industrial furniture as its main decor, the cafe offers a calm ambience for days when you feel taking a respite away from the crowd.

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BEHIND 50

#Throwback to the 70s with this retro and aesthetic cafe located at Muntri Street Penang. This interior rewinds you back to the old days with antiques such as the sewing machine, old cable televisions and traditional Penang galleries that are nowhere to be found these days.

If you are unsure of what to get there, Behind 50 is well known for their selection of delicious brunch items.

 Lebuh Muntri, George Town
10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 12 401 3392
Daily: 6pm – 12.45am

CHINA HOUSE PENANG

With its rustic interior, China House is arguably one of the most famous places in Penang.

The lifestyle space has different retail and dining concepts coexisting together so you get to explore the different photogenic spots and discover cafes, restaurants, galleries and more. There’s so much to see and do that one trip is not enough to cover the entire place.

153, Lebuh Pantai, George Town
10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 04 263 7299
Sun to Thu: 9am – 12am
Fri and Sat: 9am – 1am

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COFFEE ELEMENTS

Located at All Seasons Place, this convenient coffee joint is the go-to place for all coffee addicts.

Coffee Elements prides itself on offering the best of single origin coffee and handmade pastries. With its spacious and sleek environment, this is perfect for a night out with friends or a simple and casual dinner with your loved ones. Do try the unique Masala Chai Supreme tea when you are there.

6G-2-17, All Seasons Place
Lebuhraya Thean Teik, 11500 Ayer Itam
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 12 478 2693
Mon to Thu: 11am – 11pm
Fri: 11am – 11.30pm
Sat and Sun: 9am – 11pm

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DAN CAFE

Nestled in Lebuh Farquhar lies Dan Cafe that serves up great desserts, coffee and tea. A cosy cafe with lush woodland surrounds and ample natural light, this is the place to take our perfect Instagram #ootds.

Indulge in a molten lava cake with warm fillings oozing out that serves as a great teatime snack.

George Town, 38/1, Lebuh Farquhar
George Town, 10200 George Town
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Mon to Sat: 11am – 8pm

GUDANG CAFE

A warehouse-themed cafe, Gudang Cafe is a hidden gem located at Gat Armenian street. The old and rustic interior is the perfect backdrop for an Instagram picture.

Expect normal cafe fare to be served here such as Japanese and Chinese fusion food including the likes of ramen, penang hokkien mee and chicken katsu don.

5, Lebuh Armenian, George Town
10300 George Town
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 04 251 9634
Mon, Wed to Sun: 11am – 12am
Closed on Tuesdays

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JUNK CAFE

Nestled in Chulia Street lies a small and humble stall that serves up great burgers, sandwiches and small bites.

In contrary to its name, Junk Cafe does not really sell Junk but its exotic interior showcases traditional clocks, wooden furniture, half torn walls and many other knick knacks hanging around. Hipsters, look no further!

401, Chulia Street, Georgetown
10200 George Town
Penang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 16 438 3205
Mon to Thu: 3pm – 1am
Fri to Sun: 12pm – 2am

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KOTA DINE & COFFEE

Situated inside Fort Cornwallis, one of the longest-standing fort in Penang, Kota Dine & Coffee is a spacious and homely cafe.

There is a statue of the late Sir Francis Light you can take pictures with after indulging in their delectable Malaysian and Indian delicacies including Briyani and Kari (bowl of curry).

Georgetown, 10200 George Town
Penang, Malaysia
Tel:  +60 04 371 4929
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm

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NARROW MARROW

With its rustic-retro interior deco, Narrow Marrow is a small cafe within a heritage house that tends to be overlooked by passerbys.

Well known for its exceptional coffee and desserts, it is no wonder this cafe managed to capture the hearts of many. Furthermore, the pocket-friendly prices of these small bites are perfect for the price conscious and those who are just after some finger food.

252A, Lebuh Carnarvon
George Town, 10100 George Town
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 14 303 6647
Sun to Tue, Thu to Sat: 10am – 1am
Closed on Wednesdays

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MATCHO CAFE

In contrary to its “Matcho” name, Matcho cafe exudes  feminine vibes through their pink-coloured neon signage, walls and furniture. The quirky furniture appeals to Instagram-goers who wants something that will brighten their feed.

One of their proudest creations include the Pink Toast which is a must try.—what you can expect is a cloud of pink cotton candy atop the toast.

99B, Lebuh Noordin
George Town, 10300 George Town
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel:  +60 04 261 0031
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm

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RABBIT X HOLDUP

Rabbit X Holdup is an intimate space where you get to people watch while sipping on a cuppa.

The cafe serves up a range of interesting soft serve flavours from Thai Milk Tea and Baby Blue to Brown Sugar Oolong Tea and they are known to have a milky taste. Have your soft serve accompanied with sweet toppings, definitely the perfect icy treat on a hot sunny day.

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TEELS HERITAGE CAFE

With a fusion of chinese and western-inspired decor, you can even spot this cafe fromafar—thanks to its bright-coloured colonial style exterior.

Don’t forget to try the Teels Special, which is a healthy concoction of pineapples, carrots, apple and mint leaves when you are there.

144, Jalan Burma
10400 George Town
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel:  +60 04 228 8177
Tue to Sun: 11am – 10pm
Closed on Mondays

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TASTY TOASTY

Tasty Toasty has been making rounds on Instagram for its charming vintage vibes, complete with vintage square tile flooring, cement walls and wooden furniture.

In contrast to the traditional breakfast of Kaya Butter Toast with soft-boiled eggs, Tasty Toasty serves up toasts with a refreshing twist. There is even a dedicated menu solely to Toasts and Buns, alongside a small selection of Pasta items. One of the interesting concoction include the Scallop with Ebiko Sandwich.

Jalan Cantonment, Pulau Tikus
10350 George Town
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel:  +60 04 218 9623
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 6pm
Sat and Sun: 8.30am – 8.30pm

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THE LAWN CAFE

This beautiful cafe sits at the lawn area of Eco Terrances; it embraces a glasshouse exterior that allows natural sunlight to pass through.

Surrounded by lush greenery, The Lawn Cafe is where you should head to if you want to avoid the hubbub of the city. Do not expect to have a full meal there, but rather small grubs and freshly brewed coffee to perk yourself up.

PT2509,, Jalan Paya Terubong
Paya Terubong, 11060 George Town
Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 16 796 6089
Daily: 10am – 10pm

Written by: Alvina Liew
Edited by: Julee Ooi

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Acai bowls are increasingly becoming a favourite go-to light snack for the health conscious. Due to its nutritious factors, acai bowls are perfect post-meal desserts or a good meal replacement as they are filled with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fibre, protein and healthy fats required by the human body.

Amidst the daily indulgence of your favourite food, you can give acai bowls a try to achieve that hot summer figure you’ve always wanted. Here are 11 Amazing Acai Bowls In Singapore To Try.

PROJECT ACAI

As Singapore’s first Acai Superfood Cafe, Project Acai has seen tremendous success since they first opened at Holland Village. Their Acai bowls contain the very coveted acai berries that are packed to the brim with antioxidants, fibre and other nutritional benefits. The best part? They taste great too!

27 Lorong Liput
Holland Village
Singapore, 277738
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

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SEED AND SOIL

Tucked away at the Tanjong Pagar Business district area lies Seed and Soil, which serves daily handmade Acai bowls and a variety of cold-pressed juices. With their experience in working with nutritionists, you can trust that their acai bowls are nothing short of nutritious.

The crowd-favourite chocolate peanut butter Cacao Warrior is one Acai bowl you must try. Nutty and chocolatey, it is truly a guilty pleasure—sans the guilt. Seed and Soil’s smoothie bowls are available in three sizes—Grab (S$8), Reg (S$10) and Large (S$12).

Tanjong Pagar Plaza
#01-22
1 Tanjong Pagar Plaza
Singapore 082001
Tel: +65 9644 0752
Mon to Fri: 8am – 8pm
Sat: 10am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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AFTERGLOW BY ANGLOW

A cafe establishment located at Keong Saik Road—a trendy place known for its hipster cafes and classy restaurants—Afterglow by Anglow serves amazing Acai bowls that are to-die-for and Instagram-worthy.

Although prices are on the steeper side, the ingredients used are of high quality. Featuring an ice-cream like texture, the smoothie is presented in a wooden bowl, topped with salted tahini ‘caramel’, coconut cracker, banana, raw muesli, cocoa powder and more.

24 Keong Saik Road
Singapore 089131
Tel: +65 6224 8921
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 10.30pm
(Closed on Sun)
Nearest Station: Outram Park

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PARK BENCH DELI

More renowned for their incredibly flavoursome sandwiches, Park Bench Deli has developed their menu and now, it even offers Acai on their menu!

Its version incorporates an acai berry smoothie with chia seeds, coconut flakes, honey granola and fresh fruits like blueberries, strawberries and bananas. At an affordable price of S$8 per bowl, there is a generous amount of toppings—definitely worth every penny!

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179 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068627
Tel: +65 6815 4600
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 4pm, 5pm – 10pm
Sat: 9am – 3.30pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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 BERIWELL

Beriwell is a newly-opened tropical themed cafe located in Katong. The aesthetics of the store is designed to make people feel like they are on a beach holiday. You’ll fall in love with the store upon stepping inside.

The cafe is also the first to introduce acai soft serve in Singapore. Yes, you heard it right—acai soft serve! Isn’t this a really refreshing twist as compared to your normal acai bowl? The two main items on their menu include the Superswirl (a soft serve that comes in either Acai or Coconut flavour) and Smoothies. So, head on down for some ‘berry’ good acai bowls!

19 East Coast Road
#01-01
Singapore 428746
Tel: +65 9380 3816
Daily: 9am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

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PARALLEL

Situated in the heart of the Central business district area, the acai bowls at Parallel are a great midday pick-me-up, breakfast-to-go or a light dinner meal replacement.The three main acai bowls on their menu include the Superstar (S$8.90), Amino (S$8.90)  and Antioxidant (S$8.90). For a slightly bigger bowl with more toppings, it is priced at S$12.90.

Designed to cater the office crowd, the acai bowls are a convenient for a quick takeaway and for health-conscious office folks looking for wholesome eats.

1 Raffles Place
#B1-34
Singapore 048616
Tel: +65 9298 2896
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 9.30pm
(Closed on Sat & Sun)
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

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THE GOOD BOYS CAFE

The selective range of insta-worthy acai bowls is the reason why we love The Good Boys Cafe. The ingredients are presented in a heart-shaped wooden bowls and carefully arranged to suit the different acai options.

If you are a matcha-lover, you may want to consider their signature Fruity Matcha (S$12). Other interesting combinations include the Crimson Lush with beetroot & date and Viva Amazonia with acai and banana.

The Commerze Building
#01-26
1 Irving Place
Singapore 369546
Tel: +65 8130 1083
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6.30pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 6.30pm
Nearest Station: Bartley

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AN ACAI AFFAIR

An Acai Affair is founded by two undergraduates who aim to make healthy acai bowls affordable for all to enjoy. They believe in using the freshest and finest ingredients for their delicious acai bowls and smoothies.

If you are someone who prefers a rich bowl of acai, An Acai Affair is your best bet since additional liquids like juices or coconut water are not added to dilute the acai base. Their acai bowls (starting from S$5.90) come with a range of toppings such as honey, cashew butter and almond butter.

101 East Coast Road
Singapore 428796
Tel: +65 9792 0837
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri: 12pm – 11.30pm
Sat: 10am – 11.30pm
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Eunos

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HAAKON SUPERFOODS AND JUICE 

Located conveniently in town, Haakon Superfoods and Juice offers a wide range of superfood bowls, salads and smoothies that attracts the health junkies. The menu offerings feature wholesome ingredients that align with the cafe’s Scandinavian philosophies.

The Hakkon’s Classic Acai Bowl (S$7.90) is a must-try. Nutritious and yummy, the acai is topped with fresh fruits such as blueberries, bananas and strawberries served on a base of slightly sweet chai parfait.

313@Somerset
#B2-14
313 Orchard Road
Singapore 238895
Mon to Sun: 10am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

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STRANGERS REUNION

Jumping on the acai bowl bandwagon, Strangers’ Reunion’s latest range of acai bowls proves that healthy food can be delightful and palatable as well.

The awesome superfood bowls include Acai Smoothie Bowl, Avocado Smoothie Bowl and the Coconut Chia Pudding (S$11.90).

35 Kampong Bahru Road
Singapore 169356
Tel: +65 6222 4869
Mon, Wed, Thu & Sun: 9am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 12am
(Closed on Tue)
Nearest Station: Outram Park

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RANDY INDULGENCE

This is definitely a sweet spot for people who love to indulge in everything-sweet but in a healthier way. Randy Indulgence serves cereal bowls, healthy acai bowls and fruit ice cream.

Their aesthetically-pleasing acai bowls came mainly in two sizes—Diet (S$7.90) and Happy (S$9.90) and you can choose between the Fruity Bowl or Protein Bowl.

Tanjong Pagar Centre
#B1-10
7 Wallich Street
Singapore 078884
Tel: +65 8808 4758
Mon to Fri: 8am – 9.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar