⮪ GuidesUpdated 2/19/2025 - 6 min read

Ordering In

Ordering food in Taiwan is simple and convenient, with a wide variety of platforms and options available. From snacks and drinks to prepared meals and groceries, almost any kind of food can be ordered online.

Popular Food Delivery Platforms

Several platforms are widely used in Taiwan. For most accurate results, download the delivery app and enable location services.

Foodpanda
Covers a range of restaurants, from budget-friendly meals to gourmet dining. Available in most cities.
Uber Eats
Offers an easy-to-use app and a selection of local and international cuisines.
LINE Delivery
Provides a variety of restaurant options, including exclusive deals and promotions. Available in select cities with integration into the LINE app for easy ordering and tracking.

Setting Up an Account

Download the app of your preferred platform from the App Store or Google Play.
Sign up using your phone number, email, or social media account.
Input your address (地址, Dì Zhǐ) for delivery and save it for quick access.
Add a payment method (e.g., credit card, mobile payment, or cash).

Useful Phrase:How do I add my address? (怎麼新增我的地址? Zěn me xīn zēng wǒ de dì zhǐ?)

Searching for Restaurants

Most platforms allow you to search by cuisine, restaurant name, or dish. Filters for price range, delivery time, and promotions help refine your options.

Tip:Use filters to avoid unnecessary scrolling. Refine by ratings, delivery time, and promotional offers to save time.

Chinese	中餐	Zhōng Cān	Includes stir-fries, dumplings, noodles, and hot pots.
Japanese	日式料理	Rì Shì Liào Lǐ	Sushi, ramen, bento boxes, and tempura.
American	美式餐點	Měi Shì Cān Diǎn	Burgers, steaks, fried chicken, and BBQ.
Korean	韓式料理	Hán Shì Liào Lǐ	Kimchi, bibimbap, and Korean fried chicken.
Italian	義式料理	Yì Shì Liào Lǐ	Pasta, pizza, and risotto.
Thai	泰式料理	Tài Shì Liào Lǐ	Pad Thai, green curry, and tom yum soup.
Indian	印度料理	Yìn Dù Liào Lǐ	Curries, naan, biryani, and tandoori dishes.
Mediterranean	地中海料理	Dì Zhōng Hǎi Liào Lǐ	Hummus, kebabs, falafel, and Greek salads.
Vegetarian/Vegan	素食	Sù Shí	Plant-based dishes and tofu.
Taiwanese Snacks	小吃	Xiǎo Chī	Bubble tea, stinky tofu, and scallion pancakes.
Desserts	甜點	Tián Diǎn	Cakes, pastries, shaved ice, and mochi.
Beverages	飲品	Yǐn Pǐn	Coffee, tea, fresh juices, and milk tea.

Different Vegetarian Diets

Vegetarian options are plentiful in Taiwan with eco-conscious and religious roots. Approximately 13% of Taiwan population identifies as Buddhist and a significant portion of that practices vegetarianism. "Buddhist vegetarianism" is usually defined by a lacto-vegetarian or sometimes a vegan diet, depending on the individual or sect. The goal is to avoid causing harm to living beings called "Ahimsa" (不傷害, Bù Shāng Hài), which aligns with the Buddhist principle of compassion.

Vegan	純素	Chún Sù	Does not consume any animal products, including meat, dairy, eggs, and honey.
Lacto-Vegetarian	奶素	Nǎi Sù	Avoids meat and eggs but consumes dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt.
Ovo-Vegetarian	蛋素	Dàn Sù	Avoids meat and dairy products but consumes eggs.
Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian	奶蛋素	Nǎi Dàn Sù	Avoids meat but consumes both dairy and eggs.
Pescatarian	魚素	Yú Sù	Avoids meat but consumes fish and seafood.
Flexitarian	彈性素食	Tán Xìng Sù Shí	Primarily follows a vegetarian diet but occasionally eats meat or fish.
Raw Vegetarian	生食素	Shēng Shí Sù	Eats only raw plant-based foods, typically not cooked above 118°F (48°C).
Fruitarian	果食素	Guǒ Shí Sù	A more restrictive type of vegan, eating primarily fruits, nuts, and seeds.

Handling Issues

If there are problems such as delays, missing items, or incorrect orders, most platforms offer a support section for help. Use the in-app chat or call the hotline for assistance.

My order is wrong.	我的訂單有問題。	Wǒ de dìng dān yǒu wèn tí.
I want this delivered.	我要外送。	Wǒ yào wài sòng.
Where is my order?	我的訂單在哪裡?	Wǒ de dìng dān zài nǎ lǐ?
How long will it take to arrive?	要多久才會送到?	Yào duō jiǔ cái huì sòng dào?
Can I cancel my order?	我可以取消訂單嗎?	Wǒ kě yǐ qǔ xiāo dìng dān ma?
I need a refund.	我需要退款。	Wǒ xū yào tuì kuǎn.
Is there a delivery fee?	有送貨費嗎?	Yǒu sòng huò fèi ma?
What's the estimated delivery time?	預計送達時間是什麼?	Yù jì sòng dá shí jiān shì shén me?
Can I change my delivery address?	我可以更改送貨地址嗎?	Wǒ kě yǐ gēng gǎi sòng huò dì zhǐ ma?
Why is my order late?	為什麼我的訂單遲到了?	Wèi shén me wǒ de dìng dān chí dào le?

Using Google Maps

Many restaurants on Google Maps feature a "Call" button, simplifying the process of placing an order without needing to search for their phone number. It's generally wise to focus on restaurants with a rating of 4 stars or higher, as some businesses may inflate their ratings by cajoling customers into giving generous reviews.