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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 →Houye Bakery & Cafe
Houye Bakery & Cafe on Minzu Road, Pingzhen District, Taoyuan, adopts a Japanese forest aesthetic and offers artisan handmade bread, sandwiches, and desserts. The shop uses a Japan Blue-certified stone oven and imported natural ingredients to bake signature items such as cheese tarts and matcha red-bean bread. Greenery fills the interior, and a pet-friendly outdoor dining area is available; reservations are required. Hours are 11:00 to 17:00 (closed Thursdays), with a dine-in minimum spend of NT$200; children under 110 cm are exempt. Ideal for travelers who appreciate premium baking and pet-friendly outings to enjoy a relaxed afternoon tea.
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Illustrative →Daxi Old Tea Factory
Daxi Old Tea Factory in Daxi District, Taoyuan, was first built in 1926 as the Jiaobanshan Tea Factory during the Japanese colonial era, with nearly a century of history. The architecture blends Taiwanese, Japanese, and English styles; its exterior imitates an Indian Darjeeling tea factory, while the interior features Daxi Blue tones, with the century-old cypress ceiling and rotating window lattices on the second floor standing out. Now a tea culture venue combining culture, experience, and sightseeing, it offers guided tours, tea displays, and tea refreshments, with a pet-friendly rest area for visitors traveling with fur babies. Admission is NT$100, which can be applied to in-store purchases; children under 120 cm and visitors with disabilities enter free.
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Illustrative →Chuanyu Yakiniku Specialty
Chuanyu Yakiniku Specialist on Zhongpu 6th Street, Taoyuan District, offers artisan hand-cut charcoal-grilled yakiniku. The restaurant features luxury private rooms, a bar, and a KTV area, and is well-known as pet-friendly, allowing fur babies to walk on the floor or sit on chairs at the same table. The menu centers on high-quality meats and seafood, with full grilling service so guests can relax and savor delicious yakiniku and a lively gathering atmosphere. A popular choice for family, pet, and group dinners.
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Illustrative →Zhaoyan House
Zhaoyanwu in Taoyuan is a pet-friendly cafe that blends a forest-style greenhouse with a gardening aesthetic. The menu offers coffee, tea, fresh milk, sparkling drinks, and dishes such as bagels, fried snacks, handcrafted pizza, brunch, pasta, and assorted desserts, ideal for travelers seeking light meals or afternoon tea. The interior is natural and cozy; indoors, pets must be leashed or kept in carriers, while the outdoor lawn belongs to the resident shop dog Hei-nu, alongside cats and small birds. Phone reservations are accepted, with a minimum spend of one drink or NT$200; children under five are exempt. Business hours and detailed pricing should be confirmed directly.
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Illustrative →Senlin Waterfront Cafe
Senlin Shuian Scenic Cafe in Fuxing District, Taoyuan, perches at the high point where Jiaobanshan meets the Dahan River, offering sweeping 180-degree views of layered mountains and the lake. The cafe has indoor air-conditioned seating and outdoor viewing areas in a Southeast Asian style, with pet- and child-friendly facilities, making it a popular pick for couples, family gatherings, and social-media check-ins. The menu highlights coffee, light meals, and desserts at friendly prices; on weekends, advance booking or queueing is recommended. The setting is quiet with stunning scenery, combining dining and natural views in a single experience.
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→Yongan Fishing Port
Yongan Fishing Harbor in Xinwu, Taoyuan, is the only Hakka fishing harbor in Taiwan, combining a fish market, conch-shell cultural experience park, and coastal walking paths, offering fresh seafood and local Hakka cuisine. The harbor area is divided into fresh, dry goods, and cooked-food sections, with several historic seafood restaurants and pet-friendly cafes nearby. The white arch bridge is the best vantage point for full views of the harbor, ideal for a one-day trip for families, pets, and food lovers.
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