Teaday喝茶天-茶家食堂-鶯歌 — Restaurant in New Taipei

REVIEWS

Hip and trendy tea house also serving home cooked meals. Located one level lower from the street with access either from inside their ceramics store or from the street. Not wheelchair friendly due to the steps but their staff was super accommodating for our 90 yr old wheelchair mom. Reservations are recommended as we were informed there was a wait, however, they sat us promptly due to our senior mom and stored our wheelchair on the street level. Two restrooms-one being all gender with a higher saddle and the other a women’s with a lower saddle. With a senior, we chose the regular seating(vs sitting on the raised platform floor), seats have backs but are without armrests. Decor is inviting with light colored wood contrasting with concrete. The lighting casts a soft and relaxing glow for its diners- great place for romantic dates. The food was impressive- with options to order as a set or individually, we opted for the set which included 3 small side dishes and a jasmine loose leaf tea. Side dishes- green veges, crunchy pickled white radish and woodear fungus?(not too sure if i got this right). Each flavor complimented each other perfectly. The wooden tray they arrived in was a beautiful sight. As for the entrees we ordered: Mackerel w vanilla paste- fresh and lightly grilled with lime and salt on the side. No vanilla flavors came thru, which is the way i prefer my mackerel. Stewed pork- moist and melt in your mouth deliciousness Drunken chicken w mint tea-cold, winey flavor with a different twist to the traditional dish topped with sliced thin onions and goji berries. No mint flavors came through. Desserts- artistic in its presentation, one with a delicate flower imbedded in it, lacked the western sweetness. Creme Brulee with a twist of boba and a lighter flavor was my fav. Service is top notch especially from Steven Lin, the culinary director, who made dining here an amazing experience. His attentiveness towards our senior mom was much appreciated. She was over the moon with his kindness. A dining experience for...

My sister and I actually found this restaurant while walking at Yingge old street, the outside decor's attractive and makes this restaurant splendid. The menu's also interesting if you want to experience GREAT Taiwanese cuisine. Besides, we coincidentally met Steven , the culinary director, in front of the restaurant. We talked a little bit and felt that he's the friendliest staff ever!!. That's why we weren't hesitate to enter the restaurant. We ordered some dishes and they're so GOOOOD. The taste, portion, price and service are reasonable. The beverage 's also great and it has some discount if you order combo set. This' s our first meal in 2024 and Steven even made it special, impressive and unforgettable!! We would visit this restaurant again for sure if we have a chance to visit Taiwan again. Thanks for all staffs and Steven for making this meal being so memorable. Last but not least, please come to this restaurant once, you will never regret to spend the time...

Can’t answer the rest of above. First time to visit this ceramic town due to recommendation of hotel concierge. Took train here and walked around and went to recommended cafe by hotel to have lunch at Teaday in basement Went in and ask if they have space for 6 pax. Lafayette staff was so rude and answered on loud voice no reservations no place. Then we ask if we could wait. She answered rudely and loudly again “one hour” !!! All the good attitude and feelings we got from the Taiwan people from Nantou, Tainan, Taichung, and Taipei were all spoilt by this ride lady. So we went back to ground floor and the sales lady heard about my issue and apologied as well as introduced us to try the Italian restaurant on first floor. Service here is so much better at Catching fire which I would gladly give 4 stars for service and atmosphere. Will edit for food later. Food at Catchin fire was average. Photos...