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Keelung, known for its century-old fishing port charm, is also Taiwan’s earliest coffee city, boasting the longest history and the highest density of cafés. Whether in a bustling district or a quiet corner, you’ll encounter unique cafés reflecting the everyday lives of Keelung locals. Ren’ai District, for example, has the highest café density, while the city center is filled with boutique cafés housed in historical buildings. Old neighborhoods feature unique cafés transformed into pawnshops. A weekend trip to Keelung wouldn’t be complete without visiting its cafés, where you’ll discover a different side of the city’s beauty.

Keelung Food Guide｜Specialty Cafés in Keelung

Enzo Café

Located near Keelung Miaokou Night Market, Enzo Café is a five-story retro-style café in a remodeled townhouse. The space features a narrow yet high-ceiling interior with weathered walls exuding a vintage vibe. The second floor offers a nostalgic retro theme with old furniture, while the third has a minimalist white design. The menu includes coffee, savory dishes, desserts, tea, and beer. With a minimum order of one drink per person and a two-hour limit during busy hours, this pet-friendly café is perfect for a relaxed afternoon.

• Address: No. 11-3, Ren 3rd Rd., Ren’ai Dist., Keelung City, Taiwan
• Contact: +886 2-2425-0220
• Hours: 11:00–19:00

Senki No.1 Café x Tsukasa Pastry

Senki No.1 Café, converted from a fishing boat office, is named after the owner’s grandfather’s boat. This small café features unique maritime elements like cargo containers, filament lamps, and fish specimens. Spread across two floors, it retains its original terrazzo staircase and iron railings—its signature mille-feuille cake pairs perfectly with rich, dark-roast coffee. The minimum order is one drink per person, with a 90-minute limit during busy hours.

• Address: No. 2, Lane 54, Ai 2nd Rd., Keelung City, Taiwan
• Contact: +886 2-2422-3317
• Hours: 12:00–20:00

Eddie’s Cafe Et Tiramisu

Ranked among Taiwan’s top 25 cafés by an international travel website, Eddie’s Café is tucked away in the alleys near Guanghua Housing Complex. Despite its low-key presence, its hand-brewed coffee and homemade desserts attract locals and tourists. Guests can choose their coffee by aroma, and their must-try tiramisu is hailed as the best in northern Taiwan. Other desserts are equally delightful.

• Address: No. 25, Hua 4th St., Ren’ai Dist., Keelung City, Taiwan
• Contact: +886 989-840-785
• Hours: 13:00–19:00 (Closed on Wednesdays)

Marukado Lifestyle Café

Situated in Keelung’s old district, Marukado Lifestyle Café occupies a former pawnshop redesigned with a Japanese aesthetic. Its vintage vibe is accentuated by a classic iron bicycle at the entrance, large glass windows, and antique sewing machines turned into tables. The second floor showcases antique cameras and books, ideal for those who love retro-chic settings. Don’t miss their signature Marukado Rich Coffee paired with a unique Keelung-exclusive tempura sausage sandwich.

• Address: No. 28, Xiao 2nd Rd., Keelung City, Taiwan
• Contact: +886 2-2427-3028
• Hours: 10:30–19:30

CatTown Coffee Stand

CatTown Coffee Stand is a Japanese-style café famous for its resident cats, Xiaohua and Tom, who delight guests with their charming antics. Known for its hand-brewed specialty coffee made from in-house roasted beans, the café also serves light meals and desserts. Highlights include Keelung’s signature jigula submarine sandwich and seasonal treats like avocado chili cream cheese biscuits.

• Address: No. 4, Lane 2, Yi 2nd Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Keelung City, Taiwan
• Contact: +886 2-2427-2300
• Hours: Weekdays 07:30–18:30 (Dine-in after 09:30) / Weekends 10:00–18:00
• Related Link: CatTown Coffee Stand – 猫町珈琲

Four Seasons Café

Step into Four Seasons Café, and you’ll feel transported to Japan’s Showa era. The café is adorned with antique furniture, colorful tiles, and vintage décor, including Fujiko F. Fujio memorabilia. Their menu features nostalgic desserts like caramel.

Address: No. 2, Lane 6, Ai 5th Rd., Ren’ai Dist., Keelung City, Taiwan
Contact: +886 900-610-292
Hours: 13:00–21:00 (Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays)

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