Shilin District, Taipei City｜Red Yen ( 紅燕餐廳)

inspired and FLAVORFUL veg food in Taipei. over half the menu is vegan but there are also meat options— my non-vegan friend ended up ordering a vegan option anyway because they all looked so good. I recommend the pho— very fresh ingredients and broth was delicious— and I appreciate that they let you add/adjust additional saltiness according to your taste. the mushroom banh knot (crispy savory pancakes made with rice flour and turmeric) was a bit oily but wonderful flavors and texture. curry was also delicious. obviously higher price point, but the care they put into their food is obvious and the ambiance is modern and very clean but still cozy. nice and quiet for good conversation. will have to try their vegan desserts next time.

If you love Vietnamese cuisine, like we do, then you won't be disappointed. The delicious food is conveyed beautifully and the ambiance is classy yet friendly. The deserts are creative and to die for.

Decorated with taste, this restaurant offers a very pleasant dining experience. Food is tasty and the summer menu is as summery as Vietnamese cuisine should be. There is plenty of vegetarian choices. Price is fairly high but all things considered, it is worth it. I would definitely come back again.