Eighty-Eightea Rinbansyo — Restaurant in Wanhua District

Nestled in the heart of bustling Taipei, this charming teahouse is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its quaint Japanese-style decor and serene ambiance, it's the perfect escape from the city's hustle and bustle.

From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by the warm smiles of the staff, whose hospitality adds to the inviting atmosphere. The reasonable prices make it an accessible indulgence, allowing you to savor the tranquility without breaking the bank.

One of the highlights of this teahouse is its aesthetic appeal. Every corner is Instagram-worthy, adorned with traditional Japanese accents that transport you to a serene oasis. Whether you're capturing candid moments with friends or snapping solo shots, this place is a photographer's dream.

But it's not just about the looks. The tea selection is extensive, offering a variety of flavors to suit every palate. Whether you're a green tea enthusiast or prefer something more floral, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Overall, this teahouse is a delightful retreat for anyone seeking a moment of calm amidst the chaos of Taipei. With its reasonable prices, photogenic ambiance, and friendly staff, it's an experience not to be missed. Highly...

This tea house is in a gorgeous setting. The tea is good quality, the environment is really enjoyable with the tatami mats and the solid tables, and the food is vegetarian. To be sure these are positives, but the big downside is the price and the quality of food. Presentation and originality score relatively well here, but the portions and the taste don’t quite hold up to the price that they are asking for their food.

We had an oolong tea that they served with a tea set using a bowl to steep the leaves and a spoon to serve the teacups. This is apparently a traditional method and, while it was novel, does not help the tea show off much character. It is unique to see the tea leaves in all stages though!

The small dish that we ordered was $460 NTD I believe and while the presentation did intrigue us, the flavors of the vegetable wrap were a bit disappointing and muted. For that price I was hoping for a step up in quality.

While I think they may be an excellent place to stop for a tea break I wouldn’t plan on making it a lunch spot. I am sure the tea is of good quality, and they have many tools to help steep different teas, but our experience left a lot...

It's been a while since I met up with my friend to chat, so my wife chose a tea house because my friend already had lunch. Around 2 PM, I called to reserve a table for three at 3:30 PM. The tea house informed me that they had a tatami seating area available.

When we were about to leave, we encountered a huge afternoon thunderstorm. By the time we reached the tea house entrance, our feet and shoes were completely soaked. The staff kindly provided us with kitchen paper to dry off.

It seemed many people were there to escape the rain, and all the seats were full. We ordered the Exclusive Yulan Red Tea Set with a Western Platter, the Luxurious Set with Creamy Mushroom Risotto paired with Longan Honey Tea, almond crisps, and Taiwanese braised snacks (fried tofu).

The drinks were a bit sweet, and the braised snacks didn't go well with the tea. The service was excellent, but the prices were on the high side. The place was interesting and unique, but I didn't like the tatami seating as it was uncomfortable to sit properly. They also provide...