Coffee Alley — Restaurant in Shilin District

Coffee Alley is always on my must-visit list for a caffeine fix whenever I'm in Taipei. For those who aren't exactly fans of Starbucks, lol, or are just tired of the same old Starbucks espresso and the uniform pastry selection across Taiwan, Coffee Alley is a breath of fresh air. They serve up some really fancy coffee and tea options, almost like they're decorated with fruits and pastries – a real visual treat! Plus, their pastries are not just your average fare; they're creatively adorned and taste as good as they look. The seating is comfy, and the location couldn't be more convenient, right next to a Taipei Metro station 🚇.

It seems like Coffee Alley is aiming to attract the younger crowd, maybe teenagers to those in their thirties, so expect their food to lean towards the sweeter side. Seriously, my teeth are almost rattling from the sweetness, lol~ 🍬. When it comes to their pastry selection, they've got a pretty impressive range – from fruity to creamy and chocolatey options, with over 12 different kinds to indulge in. I've always enjoyed the overall food, drinks, and the vibe at Coffee Alley.

However, there's one thing that bugs me a bit. The store has this policy where each person has to order at least one drink, and you can't substitute it with a pastry. Considering the pastries are actually pricier than most of the drinks, I think this policy might need a second look. It doesn't quite add up for me, especially when I'm craving more of their delicious pastries than...

We just wanted to find a place to have a 3pm tea time to chill. Found this place but the waiter's attitude was rude and not welcoming. We were told to purchase at least a drink per pax and throughout our dine-in there, we felt like we were "watched" with the waitress kept surveilling us. Agree with other reviews about the...

Rude and dissatisfying customer service! Not sure why we weren't allowed to dine at a 4 seater square table when it was clearly available even till when we were done dining. In the end we had to sit side by side. Felt like we kept being watched throughout too. Wouldn't recommend if customer service is...