Solo score 4 out of 5: Very comfortableMultiple sources agree · checked 2026-10
Maixiangbao Breakfast Shop
麥香堡早餐店 · show this name to taxi drivers
A small Taiwanese breakfast shop south of Ximen that is popular with English-speaking travelers. Toast sandwiches, cheese egg pancakes and croissants are cheap and made to order. Open every day, including weekends, until 12:30.
At a glance for one
Seating
Small tables
Portions
Single portions
Minimum
None
Peak hours
OK at peak
English
Basic English
Price for one
NT$50–150
Hours
07:00–12:30
Service charge
None
Time limit
None
Booking
Not needed
Details can change. Check on site before you rely on hours, prices or payment.
How to order, step by step
- Look at the menu board - it is simple, and pointing works fine
- Order at the counter and say if you are eating in
- Take a seat and wait for your food
- Pay at the counter
What to order solo: A toast sandwich or a cheese egg pancake (danbing), with milk tea or coffee. The spicy chicken croissant is another favorite.
Best time to go alone: Any morning before 11:00, including weekends. Closes at 12:30.
Getting there
MRT: Ximen, approx 8 min walk
No. 179, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City
台北市萬華區昆明街179號
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Sources & checks
Multiple sources agree · 2026-10
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