Tamsui Consulate Cafe Introduction
The Consulate Restaurant is located opposite Fort Santo Domingo. The owner, who loves to travel, often collects a variety of souvenirs and folk art during her trips and brings them back to the restaurant, creating a vibrant and interesting dining space filled with a plethora of decorative items. The second floor features a variety of Italian pasta as table decor, showcasing treasures from her family's travels around the world. The restaurant includes an outdoor coffee area where patrons can experience the nostalgic charm of the coastal town, gaze at Guanyin Mountain, and indulge in the stunning sunset views of Tamsui. On a breezy summer afternoon, it is truly delightful to sip aromatic coffee while enjoying the homemade desserts, embodying a sense of leisure and elegance. If you have visited Tamsui, you must be familiar with Fort Santo Domingo, where the British established a consulate during the late Qing Dynasty, which is the origin of the restaurant's name. Situated right across from Fort Santo Domingo and adjacent to the Tamsui River estuary, having coffee here allows you to witness the rich history and former prosperity of Tamsui while also enjoying the vista of the horizon connecting to the ocean at the estuary. Just a few steps away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it's as if you can instantly escape to enjoy a leisurely afternoon. I highly recommend the Consulate Coffee, Vienna Coffee, and Paris Champs-Élysées Tea. Recommended dishes include Iced Latte and Fruit Tea.
