2025 North District Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

This is the second TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE I visited in Taichung, with the first being the City Hall Store. Located in Taichung's North District, near the National Museum of Natural Science, TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE Taichung Lafayette Store is nestled within a white diamond-patterned building surrounded by lush greenery. The towering trees lining the entrance add a touch of mystery to the bookstore. The first floor houses ONIBUS COFFEE, the second floor features the TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE SHARE LOUNGE, and the third floor is still under renovation and marked as "COMING SOON." The SHARE LOUNGE offers a unique experience for both adults and children, where different pricing tiers allow unlimited access to drinks and snacks. Currently, the number of books displayed on the second-floor shelves is limited, likely awaiting the completion of the third floor to showcase its full scale. The existing design continues TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE's signature minimalist and stylish aesthetic, appealing to literary enthusiasts. If you enjoy reading, this bookstore is worth a visit to experience its distinctive atmosphere.

Address: 14th Floor, Building 14FA, No. 161, Section 3, Sanmin Road, North District, Taichung City, Taiwan 404 Atmosphere/Facilities: Spacious dining space, fruit and condiment self-service bar Features: Four-grid hot pot, special soup base, attentive service Price per person: NT$800 Rating: Haidilao is a medium-to-high-priced hot pot restaurant. Of course, it is also accompanied by warm and considerate service. Every time I dine at the restaurant, it's for the hairy beef tripe, thousand-layer tripe, yellow throat, crispy pork and Wanglaoji, because currently in Taichung, the only restaurant with the most consistent portion size, price and quality is Haidilao. Most of the braised tripe and tendons served at other hotpot restaurants are of very different quality. In addition, the fruits and side dishes in the condiment area are also great. The fruits are fresh, juicy and sweet, and the side dishes mainly include smoked tofu skin and shredded burdock, as well as a wide variety of ingredients and seasonings that can be freely matched. I personally think the rice is okay. Overall, dining at Haidilao gives people a very comfortable feeling. To me, it is not just a hotpot restaurant but a restaurant. There is rice, meat, vegetables and soup, and you can also season it yourself. I didn’t remember to pack some to eat again when I got home. #LocalTour #Haidilao

Address: No. 49, Lane 503, Section 1, Chongde Road, North District, Taichung City Atmosphere/Facilities: Old house converted into a shop, nostalgic noodle shop Features: Traditional flavor, pasta, stewed food Price per person: 150 yuan Rating: A noodle shop converted from an old house in the alley of Yongxing Street! Not only the decoration in the store, but also the taste of the food is old-fashioned! The simple dry noodles (40 yuan/bowl) have a strong aroma of lard, home-style noodles, and chopped green onions and cabbage! It’s like the smell of dried noodles savoured by an outsider at the corner of the alley when I was a child! The radish soup (20/yuan) was refreshing, tasty and cooked perfectly! Side dishes (35 yuan/plate): The smashed cucumber is tasty and refreshing, and the sesame oil pork liver is not too cooked! But the seasoning needs to be improved! #Old-fashioned #Taichung #Nostalgia #Noodle stall

Address: No. 770, Section 1, Zhongqing Road, North District, Taichung City Atmosphere/Facilities: The atmosphere is lively and warm, with a market and shopping street style. Features: Korean BBQ, Korean hot pot, all-you-can-eat Price per person: 500 yuan Zhongqing Tianjin intersection! There used to be a shop selling udon next to Erxin. Weekday dinner is 399+10% of the basic consumption per adult for a single dish! Except for the upgraded dishes, you can take anything you can see with the naked eye! There is a wide variety of items. In addition to the original meat pieces of chicken, pork and beef, which include both fat and lean meat, there are also various pickled meats. There is a wide variety of side dishes and lettuce area for you to choose from. Starch choices include white rice, instant noodles, Korean rice cakes, and fish cakes! There are also many kinds of fried snacks such as Korean fried chicken and French fries that will trick you into eating your fill first. The entire beverage bar has a dazzling array of sodas, smoothies, teas, and frozen drinks. There is also soft serve ice cream for dessert after the meal! It’s more like a wet market than an all-you-can-eat meal! Choose your own dishes from the buffet! Can be grilled or cooked in hot pot🍲! The quality of the meat is average, don't be too picky at just 399. The table turnover rate is high and the dishes are relatively fresh! In terms of value for money, this is a store you’ll come back to! But if the quality control is not improved, it will probably be hard to get a seat! Reservation required #Dong🐷Dong🐷 #Korean BBQ #All you can eat

Jia Wenqing Tea Beverage Store originated from a group of young artists who love cultural and creative industries at Fengjia Night Market in Taichung. They named the beverage store "Jia Wenqing" after the Chinese character "Jia" and used the anthropomorphic appearance of "Mr. Leimeng" as the brand character. Raymon’s Specials tea drinks are made from exclusive fruit blends in collaboration with small farmers and fresh organic Taiwanese tea No. 18. The main lemon drink is of course a must-order drink. This cake shop has now launched a new brand "The Eggy 一颗蛋.蛋糕". I will definitely come and try the cupcakes next time!

"Hua Tian Xi Shi" is located near the Taichung Museum of Science and Technology. It is hidden in a residential building and is easily overlooked, but the interior area on the second floor is a perfect photo-taking scene. It is really a double blessing to come here to enjoy afternoon tea and take beautiful photos! (What is the misused idiom?) Huatian Xishi is not just a show-off. Its heavy cheesecake series is so delicious that I have to buy it online after returning to Taipei. The addition of sweet and sour fruits such as passion fruit, pineapple, and lemon not only complement the heavy cheese, but also make it doubly delicious. Friends who like heavy cheese must try it! real. Heart. No. cheat. ❤️

address: Atmosphere/Facilities: It has an exotic atmosphere. You can't tell that it sells vegetarian food at all. Every dish tastes delicious, but it's also healthier. feature: Price per person: 250-350 Rating: I like the texture of fried food, crispy and with the sweet taste of vegetables, I can't stop eating

Seeing many internet celebrities and bloggers making pilgrimages to the pilgrimage site, it seems like they must come to "Harumaru" to check it out٩( ᐛ )و Harumaru, which has always been in the West District, recently opened a new branch in the North District~ The buns may look ordinary in appearance, but the taste is not ordinary at all. They are available in both sweet and salty flavors, making them suitable as a main meal or a snack. They are really great. The prices are also very affordable. The store has a simple design, and it is great for taking photos both inside and outside the store. . Store: Harumaru Bun Factory - Dongshi Store Time: 07:30-15:00 Address: No. 27, Wuchang Street, North District, Taichung City . #Clean Food #Taichung Food #West District Food #North District Food #Chunwan Meal Bag Production Plant #美食探店# Afternoon Tea Information# Summer Food Guide

Located in the North District of Taichung City, Taichung Park offers a tranquil escape from the urban hustle and bustle. The shimmering lake reflects the iconic red bridge, while the pavilion at the center quietly stands as a witness to history. Boating on the lake, with a gentle breeze brushing against your face, feels like time itself has slowed down. The lush grass, towering trees, and melodious birdsong create a serene natural setting that soothes the soul. This park is not only a perfect spot for family outings but also a green oasis where visitors can reconnect with nature and engage in introspection. The blend of history and nature makes Taichung Park more than just a scenic spot—it’s a journey to experience life.

Taichung Park boasts a history of over a century, blending the beauty of nature and culture into a vibrant urban green space. On weekends, it often hosts large-scale events and is easily accessible, making it a popular spot for relaxation and family outings. The lakeside pavilion offers opportunities for boating, while the trails encircling the lake provide scenic views of fountains that change periodically. Squirrels can often be seen darting among the trees, adding a lively touch to the park. The combination of bridges, lush greenery, shimmering lake waters, and pavilion reflections creates a picturesque scene that leaves visitors enchanted.

The fried chicken and braised pork rice at Yizhong Street Snack Shop in North District, Taichung City, is really as good as its reputation! The lunch box is filled with golden and crispy fried chicken, paired with well-braised pork rice. When you take a bite, you will find that the fried chicken has a crispy skin and tender meat, while the braised pork is salty and fragrant. The rice becomes even more delicious after absorbing the sauce, which is very memorable. While waiting in line, the rich aroma of fried chicken hits your nose, whetting your appetite. Although the line is long, everyone waits patiently. Paired with the boss’s special sour plum soup, it has just the right amount of sweet and sour, which is just enough to relieve the greasiness and make the overall taste more balanced. The store is run with great care and sincerity, and is worth recommending!

The swimming pool at the Taichung North District Sports Center is really affordable and convenient. There are also children's swimming classes now. Before taking my daughter to swimming class, we went to the lawn to blow bubbles and chase bubbles.

#Taipei Attractions Eartha BBQ Bistro, this bistro in Taichung's North District combines barbecue, creative cuisine and a pet-friendly atmosphere, allowing you to enjoy delicious food in a comfortable environment. Restaurant and pub environment Eartha BBQ Restaurant and Bistro is based on the concept of young women, from the restaurant space design, atmosphere creation, lighting effects to a variety of creative cocktails, to create the most comfortable restaurant and bistro for girls to dine and chat. The interior of the store is decorated in a textured style, providing seats for 2 to 4 people and counter seats, and the exhaust system is well designed, allowing people to enjoy the smell of barbecue without being disturbed. Quality of food on the menu Eartha BBQ Bistro specializes in girly jewelry box BBQ plates, combined with creative food and wine dishes. The entire process is grilled tableside, so you don’t have to do anything with it, so you can just open your mouth and enjoy the delicious BBQ. The following are some recommended meals: 🔆Australian Wagyu tongue with homemade scallion salt: The back part is used, with a chewy texture, and served with a special scallion salt sauce to make the salty and fragrant taste more intense. 🔆Matsusaka pork rose salt flavor: crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a crunchy texture, paired with special teriyaki sauce, the salty and sweet taste is even more delicious. 🔆Yilan Cherry Duck: Rich gravy, rich in fat, fresh and juicy, 100% satisfying. 🔆Australian Wagyu Beef Spareribs with Fruit Marinate: The meaty spareribs are beautifully presented, roasted to medium doneness, with firm and tasty texture. 🔆Seafood and Cheese Fried Noodles: The Korean instant noodles are chewy and delicious, paired with fresh seafood, it is delicious and tasty. 🔆Exclusive Crispy Scallion Rice: Rice topped with special barbecue sauce, covered with fried wonton wrappers, seaweed shreds, and topped with organic raw egg yolk, rich and delicious. 🔆Seafood stir-fried with white wine: Three different kinds of seafood are stir-fried with white wine, which is delicious and suitable as a side dish. 📍Address: No. 457, Dehua Street, North District, Taichung City ⏰Business hours: Weekdays 17:30~01:30, Holidays 11:30~01:

#WinHongKongTicket Taichung｜Quexi Ramen Tsukemen Specialty Store No. 433, Jianxing Road, North District, Taichung City 404 A shop near Chinese medicine. New works of the raccoon series The pork bone and fish ramen has a clear and rich fish flavor, and the pork bone adds flavor. The noodles are not like the udon noodles sold outside. It is a bit like thicker and chewy ramen. The dipping sauce is really rich and the combination is really good. If you are passing by or seeing a doctor, it is worth a visit! I want to go to Hong Kong to eat pineapple buns🇭🇰

I think when people go to Taichung, the first place to go is Fengjia, Yizhong Street. When I was looking for a hotel recently, I unexpectedly found this recently renovated hotel. It not only has parking spaces but also various room types to choose from. The most important thing is that you can also wear Japanese kimonos, which is super cool! And then there's the bathtub in the bathroom! The shower gel and shampoo were bought when I went up the mountain to collect herbs. I thought they smelled really good, so I searched the map and walked to Yizhong Street in about 10 minutes. It was super close! ! There are three price levels for one night. I chose the unlimited room type. The tatami inside was very comfortable and the room rate was 1399!

Unlike ordinary hotels, there are various kinds of fruits for sale in the lobby, and the fruits given to guests are also very sweet. The hotel is located very close to the prosperous Yizhong Street, which is very convenient for eating and shopping. The room is quite large and the soundproofing is also good👍 I have stayed in other hotels of this group before, but the experience was not as good as this one. I recommend this one~

﹆Address: No. 10, Zhongtai West Road, North District, Taichung City ﹆Business hours: 12:00-19:00 (closed on Tuesdays) ﹆Tel: 04-2208-1985 Affordable and delicious cat dessert shop Many stores are selling in the name of public welfare and the prices are shocking The tower materials here are abundant and cheap The first time I ate it was with mango tart Too many to collapse I tried other flavors later and still had no disappointments. Discounts for take-out boxes The store cats and the cats waiting to be adopted are very friendly Touched and rubbed wildly🥰🥰🥰 But remember to disinfect when you go upstairs There is a note on the door of the small room saying "Slippers are required" I've been there a few times and there are still people who accidentally wear shoes in. If you want to keep a cat, you can adopt one here. The cats here are very spoiled and need to be cared for. The boss is also very friendly to the employees Suitable for people who like cats to have afternoon tea and pet cats If you are not in a hurry, you can smoke for a long time upstairs and don't want to leave. I love the store cat KiKi😍 Anyone who has followed this store knows In addition to providing you with high-value desserts, I am also taking good care of these cats. Good people and good shops worth supporting👍🏻

Address: No. 3, Yucai North Road, North District, Taichung City Atmosphere/Facilities: Beverage shop, indoor dining area, small parking lot next to it Features: Extravagant seafood pot-fried pasta Price per person: 300 yuan Rating: Originated from cold drink shops in Tainan, some breakfast shops or cold drink shops in the south offer pot-roasted noodles as a meal option. From the traditional tic-tac-toe shaped wooden insulation pad paired with a large stove iron pot shaped container to the exaggerated seafood pot-fried pasta launched today. This time we ordered the most popular dish, the Red Crab Pot Pasta (285 yuan). The dish served on the table was visually stunning, with three small red crabs cut in half and topped with crab roe. It looks very sincere. Although they are all small red crabs, the fullness of the crab roe can be seen with the naked eye. It is no less delicious than large red crabs. The only drawback is that eating small red crabs requires a lot of effort and requires a lot of effort. Fortunately, the store thoughtfully provided a sink outside the restroom. The pasta used is authentic Tainan pasta, which is very fragrant and chewy without being mushy. Not the pot-burned pasta you get at chain breakfast places. The soup is a standard bone broth, paired with the sweetness of seafood. Sometimes fresh and simple ingredients are delicious. The tea is sugar-free and not bitter, and the price is considered to be above average for the school district. But the quality is ok. #LocalTourism #Good Places for Families

Address: No. 1, Lane 407, Jianxing Road, North District, Taichung City Atmosphere/Facilities: American bar decoration, charcoal grilled meat, hormone grilled meat Features: set menu, à la carte, draft beer (white and black) Price per person: 1500 yuan Rating: Located in the alley next to the Mei De Building of China Medical College in Taichung, this seemingly inconspicuous little shop! The atmosphere inside is full of life, and there is also a beer speed challenge game! Just order beer (420 ml) to participate! You can freely choose between set menus and a la carte when consuming in the store! Because this restaurant has hormones (offal grilled meat) which is rare among grilled meat restaurants! So we had one group order the set meal and the other group order single items with beer to experience the consumption methods separately! Most of the beef is Australian beef, which has a more fibrous texture and lacks the soft, tender and fragrant flavor of American beef! The thin slices of beef tongue and diaphragm performed well! The rare beef brisket is also very delicious! The large intestine has been processed to remove fat but the texture is still quite tough! The performance of other meats was just average and not particularly amazing! Beer is available in two capacities: 420 and 1000! The taste is dense and smooth, of course, it is also a generally delicious beer! Plus, the store provides tableside grilling service, so you can really enjoy the leisure of eating yakiniku! BBQ, beer and rice are the best combination #foodie #familytravel

Address: 28, 1st Floor, No. 96, Yizhong St., North District, Taichung City (1F, Love Plaza) Atmosphere/Facilities: It's in a corner of the food court, so although it's not a cafe, you can find a seat and relax. There are also several tables with power outlets. Recommended points: Generally, when you think of toppings that can be ordered at tea stands in Taiwan, tapioca and grass jelly come to mind, but it's rare to find a shop where you can enjoy toppings such as whipped cream and Oreo cookies. The base tea itself was refreshing and delicious. Average price: 150-300 yen Rating: ☆☆☆☆ #Taichung