Solo score 4 out of 5: Very comfortableMultiple sources agree · checked 2026-10
Fong Da Coffee
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One of Taipei's oldest coffee shops, open since 1956, a few minutes from Ximen Station. It is a busy, old-fashioned place with small tables and table service, famous for siphon and iced coffee and its walnut cookies. Expect a short queue, a 60-minute limit and brisk service.
At a glance for one
Seating
Small tables
Portions
Single portions
Peak hours
Queue at peak
How to order
Order at table
Price for one
NT$100–250
Hours
08:00–21:30
Hours vary between sources (some list 22:00), and one recent visitor was told dine-in ends around 20:00. Go before evening if you want to sit down.
Service charge
None
Who's here
Some guests are solo
Time limit
60 min
Booking
Not needed
Details can change. Check on site before you rely on hours, prices or payment.
How to order, step by step
- Queue at the door if it is busy - there are no reservations
- Order coffee and cakes at your table
- Buy cookies to take away at the front counter, which is separate from the dining room
- Water is self-serve
- Pay when you leave - bring cash, as card payment is not confirmed
What to order solo: A coffee with a walnut cookie, their best-known biscuit. Small tarts are around NT$80 and single pastries about NT$25.
Best time to go alone: Mornings and weekday afternoons. Weekends and late afternoons have queues, and dine-in may end around 20:00.
Getting there
MRT: Ximen, approx 3 min walk
No. 42, Chengdu Rd., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City
台北市萬華區成都路42號
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Sources & checks
Multiple sources agree · 2026-10
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