Halal Chinese Beef Noodles in Da'an is a halal-certified beef-noodle counter, communal round tables, Northern-style steamed dumplings. Bib Gourmand listed.
Tip: Open 11:00-14:00 and 17:00-20:30, closed Mondays. Cash only.
Cathay Tirana Halal near the Taipei Grand Mosque serves Albanian-Turkish halal, doner kebabs, lamb biryani, pita. Chinese Muslim Association certified.
Tip: Open daily 11:00-22:00, closed Fridays 12:30-14:00 for prayer.
Mianto in Da'an is a Western-leaning vegan boutique restaurant by chef Michelle, plant-based pastas, salads and brunch plates plus a deep dessert program.
Tip: Open Tue to Sun 11:00-21:00, closed Mondays. Reservations by Facebook DM.
Ooh Cha Cha near Guting MRT is a 100 percent vegan cafe by two Californian expat founders, smoothie bowls, plant-based burgers and gluten-free baked goods.
Tip: Open 09:00-21:00 daily. Walk-in; takeaway dominates the rush.
Plants in the Gongguan area of Zhongzheng is a 100 percent vegan and raw cafe in Taipei, smoothie bowls, raw cakes, gluten-free desserts, brunch and salads.
Tip: Open Tue to Sun 11:00-21:00, closed Mondays. Cash and card.