Fujin Tree 353 Cafe

Minsheng Community is the "Brooklyn of Taipei"—quiet, leafy, and expensive. At the center of it is Fujin Tree 353. This is not a place for a quick caffeine fix; it is a venue for the "slow life."

The cafe opens up to the tree-lined street with massive folding windows. The interior is a mix of dried flowers, industrial concrete, and warm wood. It is impossibly photogenic.

Their coffee game is strong, offering single-origin beans roasted to perfection. But the real secret is the desserts. The Tiramisu here is legendary—moist, boozy, and dusted with just the right amount of bitter cocoa. Bring a book, or just people-watch the creative directors and designers who frequent this neighborhood.