Ban Jiushi

Kaohsiung


An elegant teahouse that makes refined versions of classics such as braised pork and panfried milkfish. Pore over a book or watch the world go by as you await your tea-infused soup noodles or homemade black-date cake. It's just below Marsalis Jazz Bar and, like the bar, is closed the last Tuesday of every month.

Booking advised if you're dining on the weekend. Cash only.


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