Moooon River Cafe & Books

Name: Moooon River Cafe & Books
Address: Taipei
Price range: TWD150 - TWD610

MOOON RIVER CAFE · BOOKS Monday-Thursday 11:00-18:00 Friday & Holidays 11:00-21:00

★ 4.3 (1,744) $$Moderate

Appetizers & Salads

Baked Fries - Never Fried

Mexican Tortilla Chips / Salsa

墨西哥玉米脆片 / 莎莎醬

Tortilla Chips (with Salsa)

Crispy tortilla chips served with a refreshing and tangy salsa. A perfect appetizer for sharing, with rich flavors that stimulate the appetite and cleanse the palate.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Multigrain Bread & Pita Plate

雜糧麵包Pita盤

Bread & Pita Plate

A healthy combination of multigrain bread and pita bread. Dense and chewy texture with a grain aroma, suitable for pairing with soup or enjoying on its own.

TWD200 ≈ $6.00

Italian Spiced Baked Fries / Honey Mustard

義式香烤薯條 / 蜂蜜芥末醬

Baked Fries (with Honey Mustard)

Non-fried baked fries sprinkled with Italian herbs, served with a sweet and slightly pungent honey mustard sauce. Lighter and healthier than traditional fries.

TWD220 ≈ $7.00

Parmesan Truffle Baked Fries

帕瑪森松露烤薯條

Baked Parmesan Truffle Fries

Crispy baked fries drizzled with rich truffle oil and Parmesan cheese powder. The unique aroma of truffle perfectly combines with the salty flavor of cheese for a luxurious taste.

TWD280 ≈ $9.00

Bacon Caesar Salad

培根帕瑪凱薩沙拉

Bacon Caesar Salad

Fresh romaine lettuce with crispy bacon bits and Parmesan cheese, drizzled with classic Caesar dressing. Crunchy texture, rich flavor, a classic salad.

TWD280 ≈ $9.00

Vietnamese Spicy Chicken Leg Salad

越式香辣雞腿排乾拌沙拉

Vietnamese Spicy Chicken Salad

Tender baked chicken leg fillet with a large portion of lettuce, served with a spicy and appetizing Vietnamese sauce. Refreshing and zesty, a light meal with Southeast Asian flavors.

TWD320 ≈ $10.00

Main Courses

Main courses include a drink worth $150

Italian Spiced Tomato Risotto

義式番茄輕蔬燉飯

Italian Spiced Tomato Risotto (Vegetarian)

Tomato-based Italian risotto cooked with various vegetables. The rice absorbs the essence of the sweet and sour tomato sauce, resulting in a moist and rich texture. Suitable for vegetarians who consume five pungent ingredients.

TWD340 ≈ $11.00

Thai Red Curry Chicken / Rice

泰式紅咖哩雞 / 飯

Thai Red Curry Chicken with Rice

Rich and slightly spicy Thai red curry chicken stew, with coconut milk aroma. Served with white rice, it's appetizing and goes well with rice, full of Southeast Asian flavor.

TWD380 ≈ $12.00

Italian Spiced Fish Fillet Risotto

義式茄汁鮮魚排燉飯

Italian Spiced Fish Fillet Risotto

Italian risotto with a tomato base and tender fish fillet. The fish is delicate and pairs perfectly with the sweet and sour risotto, with a light and non-greasy flavor.

TWD380 ≈ $12.00

Vegetable Lasagna

時蔬香烤千層麵

Vege-friendly Lasagna (Lacto-ovo Vegetarian)

Layers of pasta filled with abundant vegetables and cheese gratin. Rich and stretchy texture, full of milky and vegetable sweetness. Suitable for lacto-ovo vegetarians.

TWD410 ≈ $13.00

Sesame Oil Pork with Rice

麻油香暖雪花豬 / 飯

Sesame oil Pork with Rice

Classic Taiwanese flavor, snowflake pork stir-fried with black sesame oil and ginger slices. Aromatic, warm, and nourishing, it's a perfect home-style dish with white rice.

TWD410 ≈ $13.00

Sichuan Spicy Boiled Beef / Rice

川味麻辣水煮牛 / 飯

Peppery Spicy Beef with Rice

Sichuan-style spicy boiled beef. The beef is tender, and the broth is spicy and invigorating. The numbing sensation of Sichuan peppercorns and the spiciness of chili peppers create a dish that is perfect with rice.

TWD440 ≈ $14.00

Beef Bourguignon with Rice

茄汁紅酒燉牛肉 / 飯

Beef Bourguignon with Rice

Classic French dish, beef chunks stewed for a long time with red wine and tomatoes. The beef is tender and flavorful, with a rich sauce and the mellow aroma of red wine.

TWD450 ≈ $14.00

Pesto Salmon Risotto

青醬野菇鮭魚燉飯

Pesto Salmon Risotto

Basil pesto risotto with mushrooms and salmon. Intense pesto aroma, delicious salmon, a rich Italian dish.

TWD450 ≈ $14.00

Spinach Cheese Baked Chicken Leg / Bread

菠菜乳酪烤雞腿排 / 麵包

Spinach Chicken Leg Fillet with Bread

Tender baked chicken leg fillet topped with spinach and cheese gratin. The chicken is juicy, paired with rich cheese and spinach. Served with bread to dip in the sauce.

TWD480 ≈ $15.00

American BBQ Pork Ribs / Bread

美式BBQ豬肋排 / 麵包

BBQ Rib with Bread

Pork ribs baked with American BBQ sauce, moderately sweet and savory with a smoky flavor. Tender and fall-off-the-bone meat, served with bread, generous portion.

TWD610 ≈ $19.00

Brunch & Light Meals

Special multigrain bread Light meals include a drink worth $150

Egg & Cheese Sandwich

起司優質蛋三明治

Egg & Cheese Sandwich (Lacto-ovo Vegetarian)

Simple and delicious sandwich with rich cheese and quality eggs. A light meal option for those who prefer mild flavors or are vegetarian (lacto-ovo).

TWD340 ≈ $11.00

Honey Mustard Spinach Chicken Sandwich

蜂蜜芥末菠菜雞三明治

Honey Mustard Spinach Chicken Sandwich

Chicken and spinach sandwich with honey mustard sauce for flavor. Sweet and slightly pungent, it's a balanced and refreshing meal.

TWD370 ≈ $12.00

Tuna & Cheese Grilled Sandwich

鮪魚乳酪熱烤三明治

Tuna & Cheese Grilled Sandwich

Hot pressed sandwich with tuna and melted cheese. Crispy bread with a savory and rich filling, warm and satisfying.

TWD410 ≈ $13.00

Beef Reuben Grilled Sandwich

牛肉魯賓熱烤三明治

Beef Reuben Grilled Sandwich

Classic American Reuben sandwich, grilled with beef, sauerkraut, and cheese. Unique flavor, sour and refreshing, tender beef.

TWD430 ≈ $14.00

Smoked Salmon Scrambled Egg & Bacon Breakfast

鮭魚炒優質蛋培根早餐

Smoked Salmon Scrambled Egg & Bacon Breakfast

A hearty brunch platter including smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, and bacon. Enjoy a variety of proteins and classic breakfast elements at once.

TWD440 ≈ $14.00

Bacon, Sausage & Scrambled Egg Breakfast

德腸培根優質蛋早餐

Bacon, Sausage & Scrambled Egg Breakfast

A brunch combination including German sausage, bacon, and scrambled eggs. The German sausage is crispy and juicy, paired with scrambled eggs and bacon for a satisfying meal.

TWD440 ≈ $14.00

Signature Waffles

Rich and Mellow · Handmade Freshly Made

Classic Honey Waffle

蜂蜜原味鬆餅

Classic Honey

Classic grid waffle drizzled with sweet honey. Slightly crispy on the outside, dense on the inside, tasting the purest egg and milk aroma.

TWD250 ≈ $8.00

Banana Chocolate Waffle

香蕉巧克力鬆餅

Banana Chocolate

Waffle served with fresh banana slices and rich chocolate sauce. Bananas and chocolate are a perfect match, sweet and rich.

TWD290 ≈ $9.00

Earl Grey Nut Waffle

伯爵茶堅果鬆餅

Earl Grey Goes Nuts

Waffle infused with Earl Grey tea aroma, paired with crunchy nuts. Elegant bergamot aroma, nuts add textural layers.

TWD290 ≈ $9.00

Blueberry Bestie Waffle

藍莓閨蜜手札鬆餅

Blueberry & Cranberry

Waffle with the sweet and sour taste of blueberries and cranberries. Rich fruit flavor, balanced sweet and sour, colorful and suitable for photos and sharing.

TWD320 ≈ $10.00

Selected Cake Slices

Lemon Tart

單戀檸檬塔

Lemon Tart

Brightly acidic lemon cream filling with a crispy tart shell. A classic French dessert with a balance of sweet and sour, refreshing and palate-cleansing.

TWD150 ≈ $5.00

Fruit Tart

曖昧水果塔

Fruit Tart

A tart topped with fresh seasonal fruits. The combination of custard cream and juicy fruits offers a refreshing and rich texture.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Passionate Apple Tart

熱戀蘋果塔

Apple Tart

Baked apple slices on a tart crust with cinnamon aroma. Enjoying it warm enhances the sweetness of the apples and the spice.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

New York Cheesecake

紐約起司蛋糕

New York Cheesecake

Rich and dense cheesecake. Strong milky flavor, smooth texture, usually with a crunchy cookie crust at the bottom.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Classic Chocolate Cake

古典巧克力蛋糕

Classic Chocolate Cake

Rich and dense chocolate cake with high cocoa content. Moderately sweet with a slightly bitter adult taste.

TWD170 ≈ $5.00

Rich Chocolate Mille-feuille

濃郁巧克力千層

Chocolate Mille-feuille

Layers of thin pastry filled with chocolate whipped cream. Delicate texture, with a rich yet not overly sweet chocolate flavor.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Master's Choice Tea (Pot)

Ceylon Black Tea

錫蘭紅茶

Ceylon Black Tea

Classic Ceylon black tea. Deep red color with a mellow and rich flavor. Suitable for drinking on its own or with dessert.

TWD150~ ≈ $5.00

Jasmine Green Tea

茉莉綠茶

Jasmine Green Tea

Green tea with jasmine fragrance. Clear tea soup with an elegant floral aroma, refreshing and with a sweet aftertaste.

TWD150~ ≈ $5.00

Earl Grey Tea

伯爵茶

Earl Grey (Hot)

Black tea flavored with bergamot oil. It has a unique citrus aroma and is a classic choice for English afternoon tea.

TWD150 ≈ $5.00

Featured Drink of the Week

本週店長推薦飲品

Weekly Manager's Special

The manager's special drink of the week. Content may vary with season or creativity, please ask the staff.

TWD150 ≈ $5.00

Soothing Lemongrass Mint Tea

舒心檸草薄荷茶

Lemongrass Mint Herbal Tea (Caffeine-Free) (Hot)

An herbal tea combining lemongrass and mint. Fresh and invigorating aroma, caffeine-free, suitable for post-meal digestion.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Spring Orchard Fruity Tea

春意盎然果味茶

Roselle Berries Herbal Tea (Caffeine-Free) (Hot)

Fruity tea based on roselle and berries. The tea soup is ruby red, sweet and sour, rich in Vitamin C.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Chamomile Jujube Herbal Tea

洋甘菊紅棗枸杞茶

Chamomile Jujube Herbal Tea (Caffeine-Free) (Hot)

A blend of chamomile, red dates, and goji berries, a Chinese and Western fusion wellness tea. Mildly sweet and mellow taste, with soothing and relaxing effects.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Specialty Tea (Pot)

Must-try rich and freshly brewed taste

Jasmine Peach Fruity Tea

茉莉蜜桃水果茶

Jasmine Peach Fruity Tea (Iced)

Iced fruity tea combining jasmine tea fragrance and peach sweetness. Rich fruit aroma, cool and refreshing.

TWD200 ≈ $6.00

Signature Fruit Brew

招牌水果煮

Orchard Fruity Tea

Signature fruity tea brewed with various fresh fruits. Rich and natural flavor, balanced sweet and sour, suitable for both hot and cold.

TWD220~ ≈ $7.00

Classic Earl Grey Milky Tea

經典伯爵濃奶茶

Classic Earl Grey Milky Tea

Milk tea made with Earl Grey tea as the base. Rich milkiness with a unique bergamot aroma, smooth texture.

TWD200~ ≈ $6.00

Kenya Prairie Milky Tea

肯亞草原濃奶茶

Kenya Prairie Milky Tea

Milk tea made with Kenyan black tea. Strong tea flavor, combined with fresh milk for a full-bodied and rich taste.

TWD200~ ≈ $6.00

Lavender Milk Tea

薰衣草濃奶茶

Dreamy Lavender Milky Tea (Hot)

Hot milk tea with lavender floral aroma. Relaxing aroma, perfect for savoring in a leisurely afternoon.

TWD220 ≈ $7.00

Tipsy Whiskey Milk Tea

微醺威士忌濃奶茶

Touch of Whisky Milky Tea (Hot)

Hot milk tea with a hint of whiskey. The subtle aroma of alcohol blends into the milk tea, creating a warm and slightly tipsy mature flavor.

TWD230 ≈ $7.00

Local Roasted Coffee & Espresso

Locally Roasted Blue Bottle Coffee Beans

Espresso

義式濃縮

Espresso (Hot)

High-pressure extracted espresso. Small portion, intense and mellow taste, with a layer of golden oil (Crema) on top.

TWD150 ≈ $5.00

American

美式

Americano

Espresso diluted with hot or iced water. Retains the coffee aroma but has a lighter taste, suitable for daily consumption.

TWD150~ ≈ $5.00

Cappuccino

卡布奇諾

Cappuccino (Hot)

A blend of espresso, hot milk, and dense milk foam in proportion. The milk foam is thick, and the coffee flavor is richer than a latte.

TWD170 ≈ $5.00

Latte

拿鐵

Caffè Latte

Espresso with a generous amount of fresh milk. Rich milkiness, soft and smooth texture, the most popular Italian coffee.

TWD190~ ≈ $6.00

Caramel Macchiato

焦糖瑪奇朵

Caramel Macchiato

A blend of vanilla syrup, milk, and espresso, topped with caramel sauce. Rich in layers, sweet in flavor.

TWD200~ ≈ $6.00

Vanilla Chestnut Latte

香草栗子拿鐵

Vanilla Chestnut Latte (Hot)

Flavored latte with vanilla and chestnut syrup. A light chestnut sweetness, warm and unique.

TWD200 ≈ $6.00

Cointreau Liqueur Latte

君度橙酒拿鐵

Cointreau Liqueur Latte (Hot)

Hot latte with Cointreau liqueur. The combination of citrus liqueur aroma and coffee cream creates a sophisticated coffee beverage.

TWD220 ≈ $7.00

Nordic Winter Hot Chocolates

High-purity imported dark chocolate

Ugly Face Murmur

醜臉呢喃

The Whisper (Hot)

Hot cocoa made with high-purity dark chocolate. Rich and smooth texture, with a mellow and deep chocolate flavor to warm your body and soul.

TWD200 ≈ $6.00

Unrestrained Ni Nong

任性妮濃

The Lava (Hot)

Molten-like thick special hot cocoa. Richer than regular hot cocoa, with ultimate chocolate aroma in every sip.

TWD230 ≈ $7.00

Original Chilled Milkshakes

Blueberry Banana

藍莓香蕉

Blueberry Banana

A milkshake blending blueberries and bananas. The sweet and sourness of the berries perfectly combines with the creamy texture of the banana, cold and rich.

TWD230 ≈ $7.00

Banana Chocolate

香蕉巧克力

Banana Chocolate

Classic American milkshake flavor. The sweetness of banana and the bittersweetness of chocolate intertwine, with a thick and smooth texture.

TWD230 ≈ $7.00

Oreo from That Summer by the Sea

那年在海邊的Oreo

oooOreoooo

A milkshake made with Oreo cookies. You can taste the cookie crumbs, with a rich vanilla cream flavor.

TWD230 ≈ $7.00