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Songshan District

Asia

Taiwan

Nestled in the heart of Taipei's Songshan District, Ya Ge is a Michelin-starred gem within the luxurious Mandarin Oriental hotel. This exquisite Cantonese restaurant invites you to indulge in a culinary journey where tradition meets innovation. With its elegant decor and refined ambiance, Ya Ge promises an unforgettable dining experience that captivates both the palate and the senses.

At Ya Ge, every dish is a masterpiece, crafted with the freshest ingredients and a deep respect for Cantonese culinary traditions. Start your meal with the signature BBQ platter, featuring succulent honey BBQ pork, jellyfish, and roasted goose, each bite bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. Another must-try is the garlic fried asparagus, which offers a delightful crunch, perfectly complementing the rich flavors of the main courses.

Signature Dish: BBQ Platter - A tantalizing trio of honey BBQ pork, jellyfish, and roasted goose.

Vegetarian Delight: Garlic Fried Asparagus - A fresh and crunchy side that enhances any meal.

Ya Ge is conveniently located at No. 158, DunHua N Rd, making it an ideal stop for both locals and travelers exploring Taipei. After your meal, take a leisurely stroll to the nearby Taipei 101, one of the tallest buildings in the world, or visit the vibrant Raohe Night Market for a taste of local street food and culture.

What sets Ya Ge apart is not just its Michelin star, but the meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of the dining experience. The elegant decor, featuring traditional Chinese elements, creates a serene atmosphere, while the attentive staff ensures that every guest feels special. The restaurant also offers a selection of fine wines and teas, enhancing the overall culinary journey.

The culinary team at Ya Ge is led by a renowned chef who brings years of experience and a passion for Cantonese cuisine. The restaurant sources its ingredients locally, ensuring freshness and quality. A fun fact: the chef often visits local markets to handpick seasonal produce, which is then transformed into exquisite dishes that reflect the essence of Cantonese cooking.

What is Ya Ge known for? - Ya Ge is celebrated for its Michelin-starred Cantonese cuisine, particularly its BBQ platter and garlic fried asparagus.

Why visit? - The restaurant offers an elegant dining experience with expertly crafted dishes that highlight the best of Cantonese flavors.

What's nearby? - Located near Taipei 101 and Raohe Night Market, Ya Ge is perfectly situated for a full day of exploration.

Whether you’re a local or a traveler seeking an exceptional dining experience, Ya Ge is a must-visit destination in Taipei. Book your table today and immerse yourself in the flavors of Cantonese cuisine, where every dish tells a story and every visit feels like a celebration.

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A Michelin 1-star restaurant inside the Madarin Oriental hotel serving delicious Chinese/Cantonese dishes. I typically do not like chicken, but the chicken served was so tender that it does not taste like chicken. The fried rice was also a must try. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience.

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Dining at Ya Ge in the Mandarin Oriental Taipei was an exceptional experience!

This Michelin-starred restaurant delivers elevated Cantonese cuisine that truly impressed me—every dish was beautifully crafted and full of flavor.

The ambiance is elegant and refined, perfectly matching the exquisite food. The service was top-notch, attentive, and made the whole meal feel special.

Ya Ge provided exactly the kind of elevated dining experience I was looking for, and it’s definitely a must-visit if you’re in Taipei!

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As hotel guests of Mandarin Oriental, we realize this Cantonese restaurant has Michelin 1 star rating and wanted to try. Given the short notice the Hotel Concierge put us on the wait list on tonight’s dinner. We are fortunate to get in with a last minute cancellation. I grew up in Hong Kong and was excited to relive my fond memories of delicious Cantonese food.

My review is based on the restaurant has a Michelin 1-star rating.

We ordered BBQ platter of 3 kinds of - honey BBQ pork, jelly fish and roasted goose. They taste normal and I’m a little bit disappointed on the BBQ pork as they are very lean and not juicy as I could get home in Vancouver. Within minutes they serve the vinegar ribs and soy sauce pan seared fish. Cantonese like to enjoy food while they are still hot so I feel rushed (even they did not rush us) to eat quickly or the dishes would get cold. The garlic fried asparagus however, arrived quite a bit later.

As hotel guests they offered the complimentary taro mochi and chocolate square. The taro mochi are definitely better one.

We then ordered the mango pomelo sago cream and almond cream with egg white. Unfortunately they were busy serving other guests and the desserts were waiting to be served for a good few minutes and when I tasted the almond cream, it’s lukewarm that I needed to send it back.

Overall, good service - they changed our eating plates 5 times during the entire dinner.

Areas for improvement:
1. Use a smaller teapot if the tea is for one guest so the tea would not get cold if the guest cannot finish the big teapot fast enough. Or use a tea light burner to keep the tea hot.
2. Check with guests if they want to serve the appetizer / BBQ platter first before serving other main course dishes. Allow guests to have time enjoying the appetizer/ BBQ platter.
3. Hot dishes need to serve hot and not lukewarm.
4. For guests who are not mandarin speaking, if possible, have a member who’s more fluent in English to serve and communicate during the course of dinner.

I’m not sure the local tipping customs. When inquiring with the server it is still not clear if or how much we should tip - the bill has a line for tip. Based on my limited knowledge, in addition to the included service charge at 10%, I gave an additional 11% tip and hope it is sufficient.

Thank you for the hospitality.

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Been coming here for years for reliable and delicious dim sum. Service used to be impeccable and the atmosphere nice and relaxed. However this last visit has left me feeling that the restaurant has gone downhill. Witnessed a main server cough behind the main service desk in the middle of the restaurant directly into his hands then proceed to grab plates and dishes to serve tables. Would think in a post-Covid world that one would either cough into a napkin or at least wash your hands. The restaurant was also packed with people and it felt rowdy instead of the usual calmer atmosphere. Hope the restaurant can improve on their hygienic practices.

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I was interested in the restaurant because it said it had been awarded a Michelin star.
Everything was delicious and well-prepared.
Thank you for a wonderful time.

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