Steven at the Beer Bar commended this place if we were hungry, which we were. He set us up with the name of this place and the address that we could show the cab driver since we barely speak Mandarin much less read or write...it. The cab dropped us off at a night market where there were a lot of eating places mostly little stools around metal tables. We showed a man the same card we had shown the cabbie and were directed to a place that looked like all th eothers. As we entered, we were shocked and nearly blinded by the dazzling crystal lights, inlaid wood cabinets, and very fancy chinaware. We decided to take a chance and it was worth it. We spent more than we usually would at a place that far above the clothes we were wearing. They indulged us and we had one of the best meals we have ever had.More

Came 2 months ago for the first time and was blown away by the quality and freshness of the seafood. What also pleasantly surprised us were the opulent decor and the use of high quality crockery and cutlery - Wedgewood and Christofle no less! So...this time I brought my family who are picky eaters, especially my son who is very hard to please and often disagrees with my opinion as to what tastes good. We ordered crispy sea prawns with a mustard dip which was delicious. The chargrilled sea bass fillet was tender and very fresh but the double shelled crab in a egg, onion and wine sauce was simply divine and my son agreed by demolishing half the plate in no time! The flavours were delicate which allowed the freshness of the ingredients to come through. The vegetable dish and the signature Tan zhi mein did not disappoint. The waitress who waited on us was really attentive and polite which made the whole experience all the more memorable. We will be backMore

Excellent meal that was attentively served! Everything from the lobster to the ginger served with the sashimi was high quality and extremely delicious. The staff did an excellent job of serving the dishes timely and hot. The entire evening was an fabulous dining experience and...I would recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy some of the best seafood around town.More

This place in Snake Alley used to be my go-to restaurant for the best seafood in Taipei! We went on a Sunday night so expect a slower night but there was 3 tables there...it used to be you could not get in! The place still...looks the same with the Christofle silver, Wedgewood China and what might be Waterford crystal (they went under a few years back)...and the nice flowers but no more baby pink roses. The first dish the roasted clams remain a remarkable dish for its simplicity and execution. This is the only dish that needs no seasoning and cooked on coals to the point of opening but not quite...which is a feat in that the juice is left inside as you gently pry it open to enjoy the morsel and its natural juice. This is reason enough to come here and next time...I'm ordering 6 orders and be done. The rest of the dishes paled compared to the past...sashimi not a bright and tight...shrimp custard just flat and leaves to small to hold them...the sweet little steamed shrimp was as sweet as anything tasted of shrimp lately but the whole meal was devoid of any seasoning....I understand this institution is meticulous in their purchase of the best seafood...but when it is off...you really taste nothing in most of the dishes. All good but not great anymore. At these prices it has to be pristine...otherwise too many options out there!More

We just happened on Tainan Tan Tsu Mien during a midday walk in Snake Alley, or Hua Xi Lu. We were attracted by the large fish tanks at the entrance and we were immediately welcomed by the owner. We had a very delicious seafood lunch,...a whole steamed fish, large prawns and all sort of yummy veggies, plus very good noodles. The restaurant is spotless and the decor is quite elegant, the staff was very helpful and they decorated the table with flags from our countries, USA, Italy and Hong Kong!More

We were searching for a seafood lunch before visiting Longshan Temple and tried the Triposo Taiwan Guide Ap which pointed us to this place. It was hard to find in amongst the market streets and when we came up through an arcade of sorts, we...didn't have much hope there would be any sort of restaurant here other than a food stall, but then it just appeared out of nowhere! Walk in to a room full of tanks with a huge variety of fresh seafood; you pick what you want and they prepare it for you along with whatever side dishes they are serving that day - no menu, no price list but definitely fresh. Then you walk through a second door into 17th century France - antique furnishings and tableware, like something at Versailles! We had clams, some large shrimp, and crab which came with a fantastic noodle dish, soup, some greens - we were in heaven. Excellent service in the crowded somewhat smallish rooms - all made us fearful of the bill, but it was about $25US each for what turned out to be a very high end joint. Don't miss it if you're at the Longshan Temple - either for lunch or dinner - just excellent!More

Everything was so fresh and delicious. Nothing was over powering, all subtly seasoned so that the freshness integrity just comes through. I'd definitely go back when we are in town.

it's an old but high end sea food restaurant, Tan-tsu-mien is sort of noodles, but they have more sea food instead.

Expensive "plates"