LE PUSS — Restaurant in Zhongshan District

The balance of sourness, saltiness, and sweetness in the dishes is well-executed. While it doesn't align with the typical Taiwanese preference for a stronger sweet and salty profile, the combinations work well, resulting in an overall comfortable dining experience. It's not the kind of food that feels heavy or overwhelming with intense flavors.

The Amuse-bouche and Entrée showcase rich layers of flavor. However, personally, I prefer that in addition to these layers, the flavor of a primary ingredient stands out more prominently, with the others acting as supporting elements. So, for me personally, it was just okay in this regard. This is purely a matter of personal preference. Regarding the final Duck dish, I personally prefer duck breast; however, the way the leg meat was prepared was very good.

As for the overall restaurant design style, it leans towards a European bistro feel, and you can sense the owner's deliberate yet casual touches in the decor.

Considering the overall price point versus the value of the ingredients, it feels relatively low. However, the cooking techniques and creativity are impressive and elaborate.

Overall, it's a restaurant with a lot of creative ideas, offering delicious and...

A delightful culinary experience in the heart of Taipei! We recently had the pleasure of dining at this Modern European gem, and it exceeded all expectations. The food was absolutely amazing—each dish was crafted with creativity, precision, and a flavor profile that leaves a lasting impression. From presentation to palate, everything was top-notch and well worth a try for any food lover in the city.

While we thoroughly enjoyed the meal, we did miss the chance to meet the restaurant’s most famous personality—the beloved CAT. We learned that the VIP was resting that day due to age and well-deserved relaxation time, and the Manager kindly explained that the little star only appears occasionally now.

That said, we’re already planning a return visit—not just for the food, but to hopefully meet the senior-most team member next time. Highly recommended for a tasteful evening and a touch of...

열정으로 가득한 커플이 운영하는 사랑스러운 캐주얼 프렌치 비스트로입니다. 대만의 관광 중심지가 아닌 작은 골목에 이런 곳이 있다는게 참으로 놀라웠습니다. 미슐랭 가이드에서 볼 수 있는 별을 갖고 있는 파인다이닝의 공식을 따르는 곳은 아니지만 부담없고 간결하지만 매우 친절한 서빙, 셰프의 고민이 느껴지는 섬세한 음식, 그리고 하우스 와인을 올빈 피노누아로 구성한 점이 꽤 놀라웠고, 음식의 맛은 한번 더 저를 놀라게 만들었습니다. 주인분 자체가 맛있는 음식과 와인 그리고 작은 아름다운 것들을 직접 즐기며 레스토랑을 운영하는 분인 것 같습니다. 요즘에는 도리어 미슐랭에 올라가기 보다는 자신의 철학과 페이스를 유지하며 자신의 방식으로 운영하는 레스토랑이 더 마음이 갑니다. Le puss도 그런 곳이라 믿습니다. 와인리스트도 훌륭하고 고민해서 고른게 분명한 테이블웨어와 커트러리, 장식품 하나까지도 다 인상 깊었습니다. 가장 좋았던 것은 바쁜 와중에도 친절하게 하나하나 설명해주고 친절하게 응대해주던 여성 주인분의 친절함이었습니다. 이번에 4일간에 대만 여행에서 저에게 가장 소중한 시간을 선사한 곳이며 다음 대만 여행에 꼭 다시 방문하여 그때는 주인 커플과 조금 더 깊은 얘기를 나누고 싶네요. ——— Here is a lovely casual French bistro run by a passionate couple. I was truly surprised to find a place like this tucked away in a quiet alley rather than in a touristy area of Taiwan. While it doesn’t follow the fine dining formula that you'd find in Michelin-starred restaurants, the service was unpretentious, concise, and incredibly kind. The dishes were delicate and thoughtful, reflecting the chef’s care, and I was particularly impressed by the choice of glass wine— good condition old-vintage Pinot Noir. The flavors of the food surprised me all over again.

It feels like the owner couple themselves enjoy good food, wine, and the small & beautiful things in life while running this restaurant. These days, I find myself more drawn to places that maintain their own pace and philosophy rather than striving for Michelin recognition. I believe Le Puss is one of those rare places.

The wine list was excellent, and every detail—from the thoughtfully selected tableware and cutlery to the decorations—left a strong impression. Above all, what I appreciated the most was the warmth and kindness of the lady owner, who took the time to explain everything in the midst of a busy service.

Out of my 4-day trip to Taiwan, this was the most precious moment. I look forward to visiting again, and next time, I hope to have a deeper conversation with the couple who run this beautiful place. ——— 這是一家由一對充滿熱情的夫妻經營的可愛休閒法式小餐館。 讓我非常驚喜的是，這樣的地方竟然藏身於台灣一條不起眼的小巷中，而不是觀光客常去的熱鬧地段。 雖然它不是那種遵循米其林星級餐廳模式的高級餐廳，但這裡的服務自然不做作，簡單卻非常親切；料理則精緻且能感受到主廚的用心。最讓我驚喜的是，他們的 house wine 居然是好狀態的old-vintage Pinot Noir，這樣的選擇相當有誠意。料理的風味也再次令我驚豔。

我能感受到店主本人是真心熱愛美食、美酒與生活中那些小小的美好，並將這份熱愛融入餐廳的經營之中。我反而更偏愛那些不追求米其林榮耀，而是堅持自己節奏與哲學、用自己方式經營的餐廳。我相信 Le Puss...