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Illustrative Katomili Garden Cafe at No. 48, Lane 1038, Section 3, Dongfu Road, Xinwu District, Taoyuan, is a garden cafe themed in Mediterranean blue-and-white style. Both indoors and outdoors feature wide lawns and diverse children's play equipment with pet-friendly design, suited for families, couples, and fur babies to relax together. The menu focuses on coffee, light meals, pasta, and desserts, with a minimum spend of NT$150 per guest and free parking. The setting is perfect for photo taking and social media posts and can host private events such as birthday parties and proposals.
Illustrative Nan-Liao Old Village in Hu-Xi Township's Nan-Liao Village is a well-preserved traditional farming-and-fishing settlement. The old houses and low stone walls are mostly built from 'gu-lao' coral-limestone, showing Penghu's way of life. In recent years residents have repurposed fishing floats by repainting them into a colorful 'Float Secret Realm' that has become an Instagrammer favorite. Among the old houses you will find sea-turtle murals, Three-Character-Classic photo walls, and little pavilions - ideal for family outings and photography lovers. The site is free with no fixed hours; morning or evening visits help avoid crowds.
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Illustrative →Si Chang II
Si-Chang Er is a pet-friendly izakaya in Hsinchu's East District centered on yakitori, fried bites, hot pot, soups, and a broad drinks list. The interior evokes a nostalgic schoolhouse, with student desks and hopscotch-patterned floors, creating a roomy, playful dining vibe, plus a semi-outdoor smoking area and scooter parking. Dogs are welcome at the table - there's even a resident shop dog to greet guests. Weekday hours stretch to 2:00 AM, extending to 2:30 AM on weekends and holiday eves. Seating is limited, with the counter holding just five to six. With budget-friendly prices, it's a great late-night pick for students, office workers, and pet parents alike.
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Illustrative →Old Home Roast Chicken & Herbal Soup
Lao-Jia Roast Chicken & Wellness Chicken Soup at No. 252, Section 1, Jing-Guo Road in Hsinchu's East District is a pet-friendly restaurant built around three-jin free-range roast whole chicken and a lineup of nourishing chicken soups - wine chicken, sesame-oil chicken, and coconut chicken. Perfect for warming the stomach and bringing along furry family members. Late-night and dinner options are available, with hours stretching to 11:00 PM. Average spend runs about NT$580. The crisp, juicy chicken and rich, comforting broths make it ideal for after-work gatherings or chilly-weather cravings.
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Illustrative →Cat Island
Cat Island at No. 34, Lane 39, Bei-Xin Street in Hsinchu's North District is a cafe transformed from an old house tucked down an alley, set apart by a two-story Moroccan-inspired space and more than ten freely roaming cats. The menu spans coffee, curry rice, light bites, salads, and desserts, and welcomes pets (kept on leash) and children. A magnet for cat lovers, photo-ops, and leisurely coffee moments. The exotic setting and indie-literary vibe make it a popular打卡 destination for families and pet owners alike.
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Illustrative →Meet Fat Cat Coffee
Meet Chubby Meow Coffee is a pet-friendly cafe tucked into a lane in Hsinchu's East District, themed around four-legged friends. Warm wood tones anchor the space, with walls covered in cheerful cat illustrations and a mezzanine layout. Future plans include a dedicated cat zone, letting pets and guests mingle gently. Alongside a comfortable dining environment, the kitchen serves brunch and an array of coffee drinks - a fine pick for travelers chasing distinctive cafes and pet-friendly spaces in Hsinchu.
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Illustrative →JAI Home
JAI Zhai is a pet-friendly Italian restaurant with branches in Hsinchu Big City Mall, Taichung and Ximending, Taipei. The interior adopts a jungle-themed Instagram aesthetic with spacious seating and elevator access, making stroller and pet-carrier access effortless, so guests can dine and snap photos alongside their furry companions. The menu centers on pasta, Italian dishes and refined desserts, attracting both younger crowds and pet owners in search of a stylish meal with their pets.
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Illustrative →JiNHer Italian Restaurant
JiNHer Italian Bistro on Jiafeng 5th Road in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, specializes in Italian dining fare and creative desserts within a pet-friendly, photo-ready setting. The decor fuses classical and opulent styles, with dreamlike chandeliers and Instagram-friendly walls designed for shooting and sharing. The menu centers on brunch, pasta and risotto, with signature new items including black-gold bamboo charcoal custard caramel creme brulee crepes and three-dimensional latte-art beverages that delight both eye and palate. The restaurant sits within walking distance of Zhubei Park, Magic Bean Adventure Park and the Xinwawu Hakka Cultural Preservation Zone, with metered street parking and parking lots nearby, making driving there equally convenient.
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