Shin Yeh Taiwanese Signature TM Midtown Branch — Restaurant in Zhongshan District

Shin Yeh Taiwanese Signature — Where Heritage Meets Elegance A Taste of Taiwan’s Culinary Heritage

Located within the Taipei Marriott Midtown Hotel, this flagship outlet of the Shin Yeh group upholds a legacy of refined Taiwanese cuisine, honoured with a Michelin star for high-quality cooking. It curates signature dishes from over four decades, from nostalgic classics to modern creations that still feel authentic and comforting.

Setting & Atmosphere Stepping into Shin Yeh Taiwanese Signature, you’re greeted by a harmonious blend of modern design and banquet-style warmth. Its elegant interiors, as captured above, offer both intimacy and sophistication—perfect for family gatherings or hosting distinguished guests.

Signature Dishes Worth Highlighting Fish-shaped minced shrimp toast – A whimsical nod to 1970s favourites—crispy, flavorful, and deeply nostalgic.

Almond tofu with peanut mochi and Pu’er tea – A delightful modern dessert marrying creamy texture with aromatic tea notes and nutty mochi.

Five Blessings Platter – A vibrant medley that encapsulates the celebratory spirit of Taiwanese banquet cuisine.

Braised pork with preserved radish omelette – A masterfully balanced dish combining savory and sweet in one comforting bite.

Crispy-fried fresh oysters with dip – Loved by diners for fresh, juicy bites even after frying—you’ll crave every piece.

Other standout dishes include 3-Cup Chicken, bathed in aromatic soy, sesame, basil, garlic, and chilies; and homely comforts like claypot-braised cabbage with dried scallops and preserved radish omelette.

Service & Local Vibe Patrons consistently remark on Shin Yeh’s polished, attentive service—often described as warmer and more refined than other branches. Familiar yet elevated, the hospitality softly complements the soulful cooking.

Summary Verdict Shin Yeh Taiwanese Signature marries timeless dishes with graceful presentation and elegant dining ambiance. Perfectly suited for both celebratory feasts and refined business meals, it delivers comforting Taiwanese flavors with meticulous care. A must-visit for those seeking a Michelin-level experience that honors local heritage.

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Disappointing Service at a Michelin-Recognized Restaurant

The food at Shinyeh(欣葉・鐘菜) was pleasant, but the service fell short of the standards one would expect from a Michelin-recognized establishment.

Unpleasant Hot Towels: The hot towels provided had a strong, unpleasant odor, reminiscent of damp, unwashed fabric. I noticed similar complaints from nearby tables as well, which suggests this is not an isolated incident.

Slow and Understaffed Service: On a busy Saturday, our group waited more than 20 minutes and only one dish was served. Apparently the restaurant was understaffed, and the staff struggled to keep up.

Improper Handling of Tableware: Bowls and chopsticks were handed directly across front of customers' face and body. This basic lack of etiquette disrupted the dining experience and showed a lack of attention to service detail.

Inappropriate Staff behavior: One of our family members chose not to print the details when checking out, but another family member asked why the details were not printed. At this time, a middle-aged female staff member wearing glasses interjected in our private conversation about the bill details. While collecting dishes, she pointedly reminded us that we had declined to print the details, which was unnecessary and intrusive. Of course, we know the choice of the family who checked out decide not printing details, but this is our own family discussion after all. Why did the waitress insist on joining our family's conversation while cleaning table? !

Missed Dessert: As we were paid off, packing, and preparing to leave, staff realized they had forgotten to serve one dessert and hurriedly brought it out. While it was eventually provided, such oversight is unexpected at this level.

My family regularly chooses Michelin-starred restaurants to celebrate special occasions, and we have consistently enjoyed memorable experiences. Unfortunately, Shinyeh at this place did not live up to its Michelin status.

Exceptional service is as much a part of the Taiwanese dining experience as the food itself. Sadly, Shinyeh fell short on both counts, leaving my family for the first time to question the credibility of a Michelin award in Taiwan.

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DON'T GO - a very bad and pricey experience. Although this is a Michelin starred restaurant - it fails on all fronts and it has been the worst restaurant we've been to in our 2 weeks in Taiwan. First of all, and most importantly - the food is not good, we took the set menu, it started nicely with a hearty soup, but ended very badly with a fried rice that is so oily that it made me want to puke, we went to 7/11 afterwards to buy something just to wash the bad taste. The service is bad: We didn't finish half of our dishes because we didn't like them, no waiter asked if something is wrong -they just don't care, just give them the money The waiters just keep pushing you the next dish although you didn't finish with the last one, so about 3 of the dishes are getting cold while you eat They barely re-fill your water Only the manager knew English, and even then they didn't explain what each dish is (what type of fish) They don't explain how to eat the dish - I almost choked because I wasn't supposed to eat the fried shrimp as a whole but just to get out the meat They don't clean your table as you eat Atmosphere: No English menu on the site, when you try to book a table they ask you which menu you want, but there is no English translation to the set menu When you arrive no waiter present themselves, they just start giving you dishes There is a lot of noise, it sounds like a dining hall Nothing feels luxurious

On top of it all, the price is just ridiculous compared to much better taiwanese restaurants. This is really a disgrace for Michelin that this...