Din Tai Fung Kaohsiung Branch
A Michelin-recognized chain renowned for its exquisite Xiaolongbao, offering top-notch Taiwanese and Chinese cuisine with impeccable service.
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Din Tai Fung Kaohsiung Branch
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Must-see attractions
A Michelin-recognized chain renowned for its exquisite Xiaolongbao, offering top-notch Taiwanese and Chinese cuisine with impeccable service.
Arrive Early or Pre-Order
To avoid long waits, arrive before peak hours or consider pre-selecting your order online.
Be Prepared for Queues
Popularity means queues are common, especially during peak times. Utilize mall amenities while waiting.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Taiwanese, Chinese
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+886 7 553 3312
Address
B1, No. 777號, Bo-ai 2nd Rd, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan 813
Website
dintaifung.com.tw/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Iconic Soup Dumplings (Xiaolongbao)
Delicate steamed dumplings bursting with flavorful broth, a signature dish lauded for its exquisite taste and texture.
Impeccable Service & Efficiency
Experience top-notch, friendly service that manages queues efficiently, ensuring a smooth and pleasant dining experience.
High-Quality Chinese Cuisine
Enjoy a wide array of delicious dishes, from perfectly fried rice to flavorful dumplings and nourishing soups.
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Arrive Early or Pre-Order
To avoid long waits, arrive before peak hours or consider pre-selecting your order online.
Be Prepared for Queues
Popularity means queues are common, especially during peak times. Utilize mall amenities while waiting.
Check for Sold-Out Items
Some popular items may sell out. Staff can help you choose delicious alternatives.
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Arrive Early or Pre-Order
To avoid long waits, arrive before peak hours or consider pre-selecting your order online.
Be Prepared for Queues
Popularity means queues are common, especially during peak times. Utilize mall amenities while waiting.
Check for Sold-Out Items
Some popular items may sell out. Staff can help you choose delicious alternatives.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Din Tai Fung Kaohsiung Branch is widely praised for its exceptional service and high-quality Chinese cuisine, especially its renowned soup dumplings. While the food and staff are consistently lauded, potential diners should be prepared for significant wait times due to its popularity, particularly as it's the only branch in the city.
"Well i got a chance finally to dine at a Din Tai Fung in Taiwan. It was exceptionally good. I had to wait for nearly 60 minutes to be seated. Surprisingly it's the only branch in Kaohsiung and hence it's always packed. The staff were very welcoming and spoke to me in English all throughout. I ordered the prawn cake, pork chop with egg fried rice, spicy cucumber salad and pork and prawn dumpling with in house special sauce. All the food ordered was top quality. Cucumber salad has been a little overhyped by the tiktokers, it's just ok. Also the service was fast. They have mastered the preparation of their fried rice 😍. You need to order it on a app on your phone. I didn't order the Xiaong Long Baos as I have already had it in the past at the DTF branches in Manila, Dubai and Singapore. In Taiwan for some reason they don't give you the spicy chill oil / sauce. But nevertheless a great experience and kudos to DTF for managing the crowd and keeping up the food quality to such high standards in all their branches worldwide. My bill was around 1025 ntd for all the ordered items."
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"Not the best Din Tai Fung, which most people know is the Taipei 101 location. But for expensive (for Taiwan) "fine dining" there is no bathroom in the restaurant. This is pretty inexcusable as you have to use the public bathroom attached to the food court of the shopping center, which was disgusting and out of hand soap. It's also very far from the dining tables. Two of the items in our order were also sold out after ordering them (marinated cucumber and eggplant). The Xiaolong Bao are also very small and the pork ones were overcooked. The hot and sour soup was neither hot nor sour and might've been the worst, most flavorless hot and sour soup I've ever had. The fried rice was good, but the "crispy" pork was not even remotely crispy. The service was fantastic as always, with very attentive and friendly servers."
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"Went on a Monday evening thinking it'll be the least busy and we ended up having to wait for 45mins to be seated. I guess this place is very popular. Dining at a Din Tai Fung in Taiwan was on my to do list and I'm glad I finally had the opportunity to do so. The food was delicious and I can see why. Highly recommend!"
Edwin Kwan
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Frequently Asked Questions
The signature Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) are a must-try. Other popular dishes include the fried rice, wontons, and various noodle soups.
Wait times can be significant, often ranging from 60 to over 100 minutes, especially during peak hours. Arriving early is advised.
Reservations are not typically accepted; diners usually have to wait in line. Some reviews suggest online pre-ordering may save time.
While not the cheapest option, Din Tai Fung offers good value for the quality of food and service, making it a reasonable choice for a special meal.
The menu includes some vegetable-based dishes and sides like cucumber salad and braised eggplant, though specific vegetarian options should be confirmed.
Yes, the service is consistently praised for being attentive, friendly, professional, and efficient, even during busy periods.
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