Yilan has so many lovely places to eat, from intimate dining rooms to creative countryside restaurants. Here are eight ideas from the LOHERB team: DANA Restaurant, LOHERB Cuisine, Zuan Vuka, Barn Café, No. 1-2 Sicun Road, Ke Ren Cheng, HIDE Restaurant, and archi.
Choose the atmosphere and menu that suit your plans, whether you are sharing a date, catching up with friends, or treating yourself to a lovely meal.
Eight restaurant ideas around Yilan
DANA Restaurant
Dana restaurant Photo by kellylu.530 Warm wood, soft gray tones, and a mix of modern and vintage details give DANA a calm, inviting dining room. It is a lovely setting for a date or a meal with friends.Dana restaurant photo by kellylu.530 The restaurant is known for dry-aged, charcoal-grilled steak. Dishes using Taiwanese prickly ash leaves add a local touch to the menu. Dana restaurant photo by kellylu.530 The upstairs café offers coffee and handmade desserts, with generous windows and green views for a slower afternoon.
DANA Restaurant: Visitor Information
Official page: DANA Restaurant Hours: Check the restaurant’s official page when arranging your visit. Phone: +886-921-519-033 Address: No. 109, Section 1, Lanfeng Road, Yilan City Getting there: Drive, or take a taxi from Yilan railway station. Check parking arrangements with the restaurant.
Surrounded by fields in Dongshan, LOHERB Cuisine offers a comfortable setting for French-inspired dining.Garden views through the windows at LOHERB Cuisine photo by dorachai
Large windows bring the greenery into the dining room. Herbs from our grounds meet thoughtfully chosen ingredients on the plate; the chef-selected menus include options at NT$980 and NT$1,180.The dining room at LOHERB CuisineA lovely meal at LOHERB Cuisine photo by maggie.tw37A beautifully plated dish at LOHERB Cuisine photo by_dorachaiMake it a little getaway with a stay at LOHERB Villa. Settle in for a film on your room’s projector, or head out by bicycle toward the Dongshan River and 52 Jia Wetland for a change of scenery.A quiet corner of the LOHERB grounds photo by butternba
LOHERB Cuisine: Visitor Information
More ideas: Beautiful photo spots in Yilan Website: LOHERB Cuisine Hours: 11:30–16:00 and 17:00–20:30 Phone: +886-3-959-4320 Address: No. 372, Baofu Road, Dongshan Township, Yilan County Parking: Free on-site parking
Near the Dongshan–Luodong boundary, Zuan Vuka takes its name from a Hakka expression meaning “come home.” The restaurant aims for the warm feeling of visiting a friend for a meal.Zuan Vuka photo by jiguekZuan Vuka photo by jiguek
Western-style dishes meet Hakka flavors here, with a lei cha latte adding a playful twist to a traditional tea.Zuan Vuka photo by jiguek
It is a cozy choice for a dinner for two or a small gathering with friends.Zuan Vuka photo by jiguek
Zuan Vuka: Visitor Information
Official page: Zuan Vuka Hours: Check the restaurant’s official page for your visit date. Phone: +886-3-968-0030 Address: No. 331, Section 3, Yicheng Road, Dongshan Township, Yilan County Getting there: Driving is convenient.
Barn Café in Dongshan is set in a converted granary. Its rustic space brings together food, art, and a little countryside charm.Barn Café photo by cheyenne.lin
Dishes featuring local produce sit alongside a collection of vintage objects, some available to take home.Barn Café photo by ruru1419
Take your time over a meal and browse the details around the room. It is a lovely place for anyone who enjoys food with a little art and nostalgia.Barn Café photo by dai_zih_sinBarn Café photo by ruru1419
Barn Café: Visitor Information
Official page: Barn Café Hours: Check the café’s official page when planning your visit. Phone: +886-929-888-843 Address: No. 380, Chengxing Road, Dongshan Township, Yilan County Getting there: Driving is convenient.
Tucked into a small lane in Su’ao, No. 1-2 Sicun Road has an inviting vintage style.No. 1-2 Sicun Road photo by yunai_li The menu brings together pizza, salads, pasta, curry, and desserts. The seafood pizza is a colorful choice for sharing.No. 1-2 Sicun Road photo by yunai_li
A pond, pomelo trees, and strings of lights give the backyard a romantic feel. It is a sweet setting for a relaxed date.No. 1-2 Sicun Road photo by 1ko.00No. 1-2 Sicun Road photo by wenting_84
No. 1-2 Sicun Road: Visitor Information
More ideas: Romantic dinner spots in Yilan Official page: No. 1-2 Sicun Road Hours: Check the restaurant’s official page for available service times. Phone: +886-919-903-983 Address: No. 1-2, Sicun Road, Su’ao Township, Yilan County Parking: Follow the local signs and markings when looking for a roadside space.
Ke Ren Cheng serves a thoughtful Taiwanese set meal built around seasonal produce and familiar traditional flavors.Ke Ren Cheng photo by linpeining
Wood-fired dishes, handmade pickles, and the owner’s pottery give the meal a warm, personal character. Simple wooden furniture adds to the comfortable atmosphere.Ke Ren Cheng photo by misty_holic
The wood-fired Dongpo pork is a signature dish, slow cooked until tender and full of flavor.Ke Ren Cheng photo by sky0920900895Ke Ren Cheng photo by misty_holic
Ke Ren Cheng: Visitor Information
Website: Ke Ren Cheng Hours: 11:30–14:00 and 17:30–21:00; closed Monday–Wednesday, with holiday adjustments. Phone: +886-3-961-3613 Address: No. 53, Lane 219, Section 2, Beicheng Road, Luodong Township, Yilan County Parking: On-site parking is available.
Beside Yilan Sports Park, HIDE Restaurantoffers Western-style dishes with local ingredients and a creative touch.HIDE Restaurant photo by kj77723HIDE Restaurant photo by cloud7974
Lunch and dinner menus offer different ways to enjoy the kitchen’s cooking. Compare the current menus to find the meal that suits your appetite and budget.HIDE Restaurant photo by melissa.lifeblog
After your meal, take a gentle walk through the neighboring Yilan Sports Park and enjoy a little greenery.HIDE Restaurant photo by melissa.lifeblog
HIDE Restaurant: Visitor Information
Official page: HIDE Restaurant Hours: Check the restaurant’s official page when planning your visit. Phone: +886-3-925-5951 Address: No. 449, Gongyuan Road, Yilan City Parking: Follow posted roadside parking rules. Payment: Ask about available payment methods when booking.
archi
archi photo by vivianbabylin_999 At archi in Toucheng’s Archipelago hotel, creative director Chef André Chiang brings Italian techniques together with Yilan’s seasonal coastal flavors.archi photo by dorachai The room takes inspiration from a boat moving across the sea. A blue carpet, raised floor, and curved seating create a playful maritime setting.archi photo by dorachai The menu changes with the season, bringing local ingredients into creative dishes. Browse the restaurant’s current menu to see the courses available for your visit.
archi: Visitor Information
Website: archi Hours: Weekend lunch 11:30–15:00; dinner 17:30–22:00; closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Phone: +886-3-977-1166, extension 5 Address: 2F, Archipelago, No. 300, Wushigang Road, Toucheng Township, Yilan County Getting there: Drive, or take a taxi from Toucheng railway station.
Dining in Yilan: Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which restaurants can I try for a special meal in Yilan? A1. These ideas offer different styles: archi for creative coastal cooking, LOHERB Cuisine for French-inspired dining among the fields, DANA Restaurant for steak, and Ke Ren Cheng for traditional Taiwanese flavors.
Q2. Which places are lovely for a date? A2. DANA Restaurant has a warm, stylish dining room, while No. 1-2 Sicun Road offers a backyard with a pond and soft lighting. LOHERB Cuisine brings green views into the dining room through its large windows.
Q3. Where can I find creative dining shaped by an international chef? A3. Consider archi in Toucheng, where Chef André Chiang is the creative director. Italian techniques and seasonal Yilan ingredients shape the menu.
Q4. Where can I try Taiwanese or Hakka flavors in a thoughtful meal? A4. Try Ke Ren Cheng for traditional dishes, including its wood-fired Dongpo pork. Zuan Vuka combines Hakka and Western influences, with a distinctive lei cha latte to try.
Q5. Where can I find a set meal around NT$1,000? A5. LOHERB Cuisine offers chef-selected menus at NT$980 and NT$1,180. You can also compare HIDE Restaurant’s current lunch menu with your budget.
Q6. Is there a café or restaurant with an art-and-vintage atmosphere? A6. In Dongshan, Barn Café occupies a former granary. Alongside the food, you can browse vintage objects and enjoy the creative details around the space.
Q7. How can I plan an overnight food getaway? A7. Enjoy a meal at LOHERB Cuisine and stay at LOHERB Villa. Relax with a film in your room, then explore the nearby Dongshan River or 52 Jia Wetland by bicycle.
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