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Taipei Restaurants That Are Certified Halal or Muslim-Friendly

Taipei is a beautiful city that is rich in culture and history. It’s a bustling metropolis that is home to some of the most beautiful temples, stunning architecture, and mouth-watering cuisine. For Muslim travellers, Taipei is a wonderful destination to explore authentic Taiwanese food that is halal-certified or Muslim-friendly, at the very least.

Taiwanese cuisine is a blend of flavours and influences from all over Asia, making it a unique experience that’s worth trying. From savoury soups to sweet desserts, Taiwanese food is a treat for the senses. However, for Muslim travellers, finding halal food can sometimes be a challenge, especially when travelling to a new city. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the best halal eateries in Taipei, to make your trip as stress-free and enjoyable as possible.

Let’s delve into a quick culinary journey through Taipei:

 

Fried Chicken Master

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Halal Status: Certified Muslim Friendly by The Chinese Muslim Association

Address: No. 3, Lane 316, Section 3, Luosifu Road, Zhongzheng District and Nanggang, Taipei

Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 11.30AM – 10.30PM

Website: https://www.chickenmaster.com.tw/fcm_eng/

Contact Number: +886-3-341-2298

Taiwan is well known for its delicious fried chicken and Fried Chicken Master is currently the only Halal Certified Taiwanese fried chicken brand around. With over 40 years of experience in poultry farming, Fried Chicken Master uses only the most tender, succulent portion of the chicken, which is marinated using their proprietary recipe to create the signature Taiwanese fried chicken flavor.

Fried Chicken Master is enjoyed by people of all ages, with their star product being the “JIMBO” fried chicken. This crispy and tender chicken offers a fragrant and juicy explosion of happiness with each bite. It is the perfect snack to spice up any party and a great companion for young people to hang out and forge timeless friendships.

The Ji Pai, which is a fried chicken steak, is a popular item at Fried Chicken Master. It is available in boneless fried chicken breast, fried chicken breast, and boneless fried chicken thigh variations. Fried Chicken Master also offers vegetarian options, such as fried king oyster mushrooms, fried green beans, and sweet potato. These items are just as delicious and satisfying as their meat counterparts.

 

 

M&G Family Leisure Farm

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Halal Status: Certified Muslim Friendly by The Chinese Muslim Association

Address: No. 99, Ln. 43, Pingjing St., Pingdeng Vil., Shilin Dist., Taipei City

Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 5 PM (Closed on Mondays)

Website: MeiG Farm and Restaurant

Contact Number: +886-905-169-176

MeiG Leisure Farm is a natural paradise located in Yangmingshan, Taipei that was previously an old tangerine orchard for nearly three decades. Inheriting the land from his family, the owner of the farm wanted to share this beautiful land with others and named it after his late elders. The farm spans 1.17 hectares and features a plum blossom avenue at the entrance, with beautiful plants like wisteria, herbs, orchards, vegetables, moso bamboo, and flowers, including fruits and vegetables growing all year round.

With agricultural machinery such as stone bulls, three-wheelers, and cultivator machines, visitors can engage in the farming process, from plowing with a cultivator machine and planting vegetables by hand, to collecting the harvest. They can also learn to make various dishes with freshly picked vegetables and fruits, such as vanilla handmade cookies, vegetable dumplings, and vegetable and fruit pizza. The Farm is a unique natural farm in Taipei City where visitors can enjoy the taste of “freshly picked, washed, cooked, and eaten” produce and realize the true meaning of “as you sow, so shall you reap.”

 

 

Halal Chinese Beef Noodle House

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Halal status: Certified Muslim Friendly by Central Asia Bell International Standard Verification Co., Ltd

Address: No. 1, Alley 7, Lane 137, YanJi St., Taipei City, Taiwan 10491

Operation Hours: Monday- Sunday; 11.30AM – 2PM, 5-8.30PM (Closed on Wednesday)

Website: Halal Chinese Beef Noodle House on Facebook

Contact Number: +886-2-2721-4771

A must-visit destination for beef lovers, Chungkuo Beef Restaurant is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. Known for its succulent beef dishes, this restaurant offers a wide range of Halal food options that cater to Muslim dietary requirements. Their signature dish, the beef noodle soup, boasts a rich and flavorful broth that is sure to warm your soul. Don’t miss out on their other specialties like braised beef shank and spicy beef noodles

For just NT$155, you can savor a delectable bowl of traditional Taiwanese beef noodle soup. Another highly recommended dish is beef with pancakes, which bears resemblance to Peking duck in both style and taste (you can request a less sweet version if you prefer). Don’t forget to sample some of the appetizing side dishes, such as sliced cucumbers and Chinese eggplant.  The restaurant is conveniently located near the Zhongshan MRT Station, making it easy to access from various parts of the city.

 

Masala Art

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Address: No. 1號, Yumen St, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 10491

Opening hours: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (Fri – 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM)

Website: Masala Art on Facebook

Contact Number: +886 2 2597 6960

Masala Art is an Indian restaurant located in the Zhongshan District of Taipei City, conveniently situated near the Taipei Expo Park-Ma Ji Square. The restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine and has been identified as Halal with an Authentication Halal sign. Masala Art is open from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM daily, except on Fridays when it opens from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The restaurant is easily accessible via public transportation, with the Yuanshan MRT Station Exit 1 nearby. For those looking to enjoy Indian food in Taipei, Masala Art is an excellent choice.

 

 

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