Tian Ran Tai Xiang Cai Guan

Name: Tian Ran Tai Xiang Cai Guan
Address: Taipei
Price range: TWD70 - TWD1800

天然臺湘菜館

Made with premium ingredients, specializing in innovative dishes. 60 years of unique delicacies, awaiting connoisseurs.

★ 4.0 (1,441) $$Moderate

60 Years of Unique Delicacies

UNIQUE CUISINE - 60 Years of Unique Delicacies

Steamed Live Grouper

清蒸活石斑

Steamed Live Grouper

Fresh live grouper steamed, preserving its natural sweetness. The meat is tender and elastic, served with shredded scallions and a sauce drizzled with hot oil, fresh and delicious.

Hunan Style Pork Hock

如意湘蹄

Selected hind leg meat from black-haired pigs (including the hock), marinated with over 20 kinds of Chinese herbs for 5 days, steamed to remove oil, then roasted before slicing. Crispy skin, tender meat, truly exceptional, a Hunan cousin to German pork knuckle!

Selected hind leg meat from black-haired pigs, undergoing a complex process of marinating, steaming, and roasting. Crispy skin, tender and juicy meat, with a unique flavor of traditional Chinese spices and a rich texture.

Whole Abalone

原隻鮑魚

Thick and plump selected abalone, simmered in broth. Not only is it chewy and full of texture, but it also releases a rich sweetness upon entering the mouth.

Whole selected abalone slow-cooked in broth until flavorful. The texture is firm and springy, full of oceanic sweetness and rich broth aroma.

TWD150 ≈ $5.00

Braised Shark's Fin

紅燒排翅

Specially selected shark's fin simmered in superior broth, with meticulous heat control and cooking time. Rich in flavor. (Each bowl contains two taels)

Shark's fin simmered in premium broth, rich in collagen. The shark's fin is smooth and tender, a traditional high-end banquet dish.

TWD380 ≈ $12.00

Antarctic Icefish

南極冰魚

Antarctic Icefish

Icefish from cold waters, with firm and chewy flesh and no fine bones. Usually deep-fried or pan-fried, it's crispy, fragrant, and delicious.

Chopped Chili Fish Head

剁椒魚頭

Chopped Chili Fish Head

A famous Hunan dish where a large fish head is steamed covered with chopped pickled chilies. The fish meat is tender and rich in collagen, with a spicy and sour flavor that is appetizing and fragrant.

TWD580~ ≈ $18.00

Tea-Smoked Roast Duck

樟茶烤鴨

Tea-Smoked Roast Duck

A famous Sichuan/Hunan 'kung fu' dish. Duck meat is smoked with camphor leaves and tea leaves, then roasted. Crispy skin, tender meat, with a unique smoky tea aroma and deep flavor.

TWD490~ ≈ $16.00

Sakura Shrimp Red Yeast Rice

櫻花蝦紅麴飯

Sakura Shrimp Red Yeast Rice

Stir-fried with nourishing red yeast rice and rice, presenting a beautiful pink hue, paired with crispy Donggang sakura shrimp. Chewy texture, with a light wine aroma and seafood flavor.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Roasted Green and Red Peppers

烤青紅椒

Roasted green and red peppers are braised with sweet fermented black beans until very tender and smooth.

Colorful green and red peppers are peeled and braised with a special sauce. Tender and juicy, with a sweet, sour, and slightly spicy flavor, it's an appetizing cold dish.

Premium Matsusaka Pork Hot Pot

極品松板鍋

Premium Matsusaka Pork Hot Pot

Hot pot made with premium Matsusaka pork (pork jowl). The meat is crisp, tender, and chewy. Served with a sweet broth and vegetables, it's warming and nourishing.

Celery Root and Shredded Radish

香根羅蔔絲

Celery Root and Shredded Radish

Celery root and shredded radish stir-fried together. The radish is sweet and crisp, paired with the unique aroma of celery root, it's refreshing and cuts through richness.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Grand Feast

全家福

A complete feast simmered slowly, with authentic flavors and perfect heat, bringing out the exquisite taste of sea cucumber and shrimp.

An assorted grand feast with various ingredients like seafood, meat, and vegetables slow-cooked together. The broth is rich and delicious, symbolizing reunion and prosperity.

Mother and Child Longevity Peach

子母壽桃

An interesting 'Mother and Child Longevity Peach' where the birthday star cuts open a large peach bun, revealing 12 small peach buns inside. The filling is half red date paste and half bean paste, achieving perfect aroma and sweetness. A unique Chinese birthday cake.

A giant longevity peach bun encasing delicate small peach buns, usually filled with sweet bean paste or red date paste. The dough is soft, the appearance is festive, suitable for birthday celebrations.

Pumpkin Stir-fried Rice Noodles

南瓜炒米粉

Pumpkin Stir-fried Rice Noodles

Golden pumpkin puree tightly wraps around rice noodles, stir-fried with shredded meat and mushrooms. The noodles are moist and flavorful, full of natural sweetness from the pumpkin.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Lamb Stew with Vegetables

連鍋羊肉

Lamb stew for winter, made with local skin-on lamb bones, simmered until tender. Then, it's finished over a small stove with soft tofu and vermicelli in its original broth. Soaking up the broth enhances the rich aroma of the lamb.

Skin-on lamb and radish slices simmered in clear broth. The soup is fresh and not gamey, the lamb is tender. Served with a special fermented bean curd sauce, it's a nourishing winter dish.

Chef's Recommendation Signature Set Menu

(Per person)

420 Yuan Set Menu

420元套餐

Shredded Fish Fin, Stir-fried Shrimp, Cured Pork with Garlic Sprouts, Stir-fried Shredded Sheep's Tripe, Peppered Bean Sprouts, Ham and Winter Melon Soup, Fried Vermicelli Roll

Chef's recommended individual set menu, including shark's fin soup, stir-fried meat, seafood, soup, and dessert. A rich and diverse selection, suitable for solo dining.

TWD420 ≈ $13.00

580 Yuan Set Menu

580元套餐

Seafood and Vegetable Soup, Scallion-Braised Sea Cucumber, Red Pepper Tofu with Shredded Pork, Cod with Crispy Bean Crumbs, Bean Sprouts with Fresh Abalone, Shrimp Mousse, Scallion Pancake

Exquisite individual set menu, including seafood soup, sea cucumber, fish, and abalone. Served with classic stir-fries and scallion pancakes, it's economical and abundant.

TWD580 ≈ $18.00

1100 Yuan Set Menu

1100元套餐

Shark's Fin, Crispy Roast Pork, Scallion-Braised Sea Cucumber, Shrimp Mousse, General Tso's Chicken, Antarctic Icefish, Red Date Paste Soft Cake

Luxurious individual set menu, featuring premium ingredients like shark's fin and sea cucumber, along with specialty 'kung fu' dishes. Includes appetizers, main courses, and dessert for a complete culinary experience.

TWD1,100 ≈ $35.00

Shark's Fin and Abalone Dishes

Master's Shark's Fin

畏公排翅

(6-8 people)

A large portion of premium braised shark's fin, suitable for sharing. The sauce is thick and delicious, and the shark's fin is tender and smooth.

TWD1,800 ≈ $57.00

Thick Abalone

厚隻鮑魚

(Each)

Braised abalone, sold individually. The meat is thick and flavorful from the braising liquid. Chewy and delicious.

TWD150 ≈ $5.00

Live Seafood

Steamed Threadfin Salmon

清蒸蘆魚

Fresh sea bass steamed, with delicate white flesh. Served with shredded scallions and steamed fish soy sauce, it's fresh and sweet.

TWD480 ≈ $15.00

Steamed Cod

清蒸鱈魚

Cod with snow-white, tender meat, steamed to melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Lightly seasoned, suitable for all ages.

TWD390 ≈ $12.00

Sour Cabbage Fish

酸菜魚

A soup dish made with pickled mustard greens and fish slices. The broth is sour, fragrant, and slightly spicy, with tender fish slices, appetizing and pairs well with rice.

TWD380~ ≈ $12.00

Chicken Dishes

General Tso's Chicken

左公子雞

Also known as General Tso's Chicken. Chicken thigh meat is deep-fried and coated in a sweet, sour, and slightly spicy sauce. Crispy outside, tender inside, a classic Hunan dish.

TWD260 ≈ $8.00

Saltwater Chicken

鹽水雞

Chicken cooked in saltwater and then chilled. The skin is crisp, the meat is firm, with moderate saltiness, preserving the original flavor of the chicken.

TWD260 ≈ $8.00

Eel with Pickled Chilies

泡椒黃鱔

Yellow eel segments stewed with pickled chilies. The eel is smooth and crisp, and the pickled chilies provide a unique spicy and sour flavor.

TWD480 ≈ $15.00

Yellow Eel (not freshwater eel)

非黃鱔魚

Eel and yellow chives stir-fried over high heat. The eel is crisp and fresh, the chives are sweet, and the wok hei is intense.

TWD580 ≈ $18.00

Kung Pao Preserved Egg

宮保皮蛋

Deep-fried preserved egg stir-fried with dried chilies and peanuts. Crispy on the outside, soft and glutinous on the inside, spicy and appetizing.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Braised Beef Brisket

紅燒牛腩

Beef brisket and carrots (red and white) braised in sauce. The beef is tender and flavorful, with a rich savory sauce, perfect with rice.

TWD380 ≈ $12.00

Dong An Chicken

東安子雞

A traditional Hunan dish where chicken strips are stir-fried with vinegar, ginger slices, and chilies. Sour, spicy, fresh, and fragrant, with tender chicken.

TWD380 ≈ $12.00

Roast Duck Dishes

Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Vermicelli Casserole

椒鹽蝦粉絲煲

Fresh shrimp and vermicelli simmered in a clay pot. The vermicelli absorbs the essence of the shrimp and the aroma of pepper salt, resulting in a dry, fragrant, and savory dish.

TWD480 ≈ $15.00

Tofu Dishes and Specialty Stir-fries

Peng Family Tofu

彭家豆腐

A home-style tofu dish said to be favored by Marshal Peng Dehuai. Tofu is braised until flavorful, stir-fried with shredded meat and fermented black beans. Savory and pairs well with rice.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Crispy Tofu

脆皮豆腐

Tofu coated in crispy batter and deep-fried until golden. Crispy on the outside, soft and pudding-like on the inside. Even better with dipping sauce.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Crispy Rice with Shrimp

鍋巴蝦仁

Crispy rice cakes topped with sizzling shrimp in tomato sauce. Sweet and sour flavor, with crispy rice cakes that absorb the sauce.

TWD480 ≈ $15.00

Garlic Mullet Roe

蒜香烏魚子

Perfectly roasted mullet roe slices, served with garlic sprouts and radish slices. The texture is smooth and sticky, with a rich salty flavor, a classic Taiwanese appetizer.

TWD580 ≈ $18.00

Stir-fried Beef with Scallions

蔥爆牛肉

Beef slices stir-fried with plenty of scallions over high heat. The meat is tender, the scallions are fragrant, and the wok hei is intense.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Boiled Beef in Chili Oil

水煮牛肉

A famous Sichuan dish where beef slices are blanched in a spicy broth. Numbing, spicy, fresh, and fragrant, the meat is tender. Usually served over vegetables.

TWD320 ≈ $10.00

Vegetable Dishes

Stir-fried Water Spinach

炒空心菜

Fresh water spinach stir-fried over high heat with minced garlic. Crisp texture, green and refreshing.

TWD120 ≈ $4.00

Salted Egg Yolk Green Beans

金莎四季豆

Green beans stir-fried with salted egg yolk. The sandy texture and salty flavor of the salted egg yolk coat the crisp green beans, creating a unique taste.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Stir-fried Napa Cabbage with Dried Shrimp

開陽白菜

Napa cabbage braised with dried shrimp (kaiyang). The cabbage is soft and sweet, absorbing the umami of the dried shrimp.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Emerald Lizard's Tail Fern

翠玉山蘇

Taiwanese wild vegetable Lizard's Tail Fern, stir-fried with dried anchovies and 'pot-bellied' beans. The texture is crisp and slightly sticky, with the sweetness of the beans.

TWD280 ≈ $9.00

Dried Scallops and Mustard Greens

干貝芥菜

Mustard greens and dried scallop shreds braised together. The mustard greens have a slightly bitter but sweet aftertaste, and the scallops add freshness. An elegant flavor.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Oyster Sauce King Oyster Mushrooms

蠔油杏鮑菇

King oyster mushrooms cut into pieces and braised in oyster sauce. The mushrooms are chewy like abalone, with a rich sweet and savory sauce.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Pumpkin and Bean Sprouts

南瓜銀芽

Bean sprouts (with heads and tails removed) and shredded pumpkin stir-fried. Light and refreshing, with bright colors.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Hot Pot & Soups

Clay Pot Free-Range Chicken

砂鍋土雞

Rich, milky white chicken soup simmered for a long time with free-range chicken. The soup is sweet and rich, the chicken is tender, and it's nourishing.

TWD580~ ≈ $18.00

Superior Broth Sashimi

上湯魚生

Sashimi is placed in a bowl and scalded with boiling hot broth. The fish remains extremely tender, and the broth is clear and fresh.

TWD380~ ≈ $12.00

Assorted Hot Pot

什錦火鍋

A hot pot with various ingredients such as seafood, meat slices, meatballs, and vegetables. The broth is rich and suitable for sharing among many people.

TWD580~ ≈ $18.00

Clay pot fish head

砂鍋魚頭

Deep-fried fish head stewed in a clay pot with napa cabbage, tofu, and other ingredients. The broth is rich and milky white, with a delicious and hearty flavor.

TWD2,140~ ≈ $68.00

Beef Brisket Hot Pot

牛腩火鍋

A hot pot featuring beef brisket. The brisket is stewed until tender, the broth is rich and mellow, and it's excellent with vegetables.

TWD620~ ≈ $20.00

Clam and Winter Melon Soup

蛤蜊冬瓜湯

Fresh clams and winter melon slices simmered in soup with ginger slices to remove fishiness. The soup is light, fresh, and delicious, with a cooling effect.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Pickled Mustard Greens and Pork Tripe Soup

酸菜肚片湯

A Hakka-style soup with pickled mustard greens and pork tripe slices. The pork tripe is chewy, the pickled mustard greens release a sour aroma, and the soup is appetizing and cuts through richness.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Hot and Sour Soup

酸辣湯

A thick soup filled with the spiciness of white pepper and the sourness of vinegar. Contains shredded tofu, wood ear mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and egg drop. Rich in texture.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Creamy Corn Soup

玉米濃湯

A creamy corn soup made with sweet corn kernels and egg drop. Mild and sweet flavor, loved by adults and children.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Desserts

Red Date Paste Soft Cake

棗泥軟餅

Chinese dessert, with a soft and chewy glutinous rice wrapper filled with sweet and delicate red date paste. Soft texture, rich red date aroma.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Red Date Paste Small Buns

棗泥小包

Small steamed buns with a rich red date paste filling. The dough is soft, and the filling is sweet but not cloying.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Fried Vermicelli Roll

銀絲捲

Traditional noodle pastry, steamed or deep-fried until golden. The exterior can be crispy or soft, with a rich texture of fine strands inside, and a hint of sweet milky fragrance.

TWD70 ≈ $2.00

Scallion Pancake

蔥油餅

Pan-fried until golden and crispy, mixed with plenty of scallions. The aroma of scallions is abundant, with distinct layers of texture.

TWD80 ≈ $3.00

Spicy and Sour Rice Noodles

酸辣米粉

Rice noodles cooked in a spicy and sour broth. The noodles absorb the spicy and sour broth, with a smooth texture and a stimulating, appetizing flavor.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Hunan Style Spiral Rolls

湘式螺絲捲

Fried mantou shaped like a spiral. Golden and crispy on the outside, white and fluffy on the inside. Often dipped in condensed milk.

TWD150~ ≈ $5.00

Signature Dish 25% Off Discount

Signature Dish 25% Off (Price shown is after discount)

Crispy Five Treasures

脆皮五寶

320 -> 240

Five selected ingredients coated in crispy batter and deep-fried. Rich and varied in texture, crispy outside and tender inside, suitable as an appetizer.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Stir-fried Five Treasures

炒五寶

430 -> 320

Five selected ingredients are stir-fried over high heat. Rich in color, with varied textures, showcasing the original flavors of the ingredients and the wok's 'breath'.

TWD320 ≈ $10.00

Taro Duck

香芋鴨

380 -> 280

Deboned duck meat is deep-fried and covered with thick taro paste. Crispy on the outside, the taro paste is smooth and sweet, and the duck meat is tender, with rich layers of flavor.

TWD280 ≈ $9.00

Salt and Pepper Pork Ribs

椒鹽排骨

320 -> 240

Pork ribs deep-fried until golden and crispy, then stir-fried with salt, pepper, scallions, and minced garlic. Salty, crispy, and perfect with drinks or rice.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Cod with Crispy Bean Crumbs

豆酥雪魚

380 -> 280

Steamed cod topped with crispy bean crumbs. The fish is tender and smooth, the bean crumbs are salty and crisp, creating a strong contrast in texture.

TWD280 ≈ $9.00

Stir-fried Cured Pork with Garlic Sprouts

蒜苗臘肉

320 -> 240

Hunan-style cured pork stir-fried with fresh garlic sprouts. The cured pork has a rich smoky flavor, the garlic sprouts are fresh and sweet, a classic Hunan home-style dish.

TWD240 ≈ $8.00

Stir-fried Shredded Sheep's Tripe

炒羊肚絲

360 -> 270

Shredded sheep's tripe stir-fried with ingredients. The tripe is chewy and crisp, properly prepared without gaminess, and is a spicy and appetizing dish.

TWD270 ≈ $9.00

Pineapple Shrimp Balls

鳳梨蝦球

380 -> 280

Deep-fried shrimp balls served with pineapple slices and drizzled with mayonnaise. Sweet and sour flavor, with chewy shrimp, a popular dish.

TWD280 ≈ $9.00

Lettuce Wraps with Shrimp Mousse

生菜蝦鬆

460 -> 340

Minced shrimp stir-fried with water chestnuts and fried dough sticks, served wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Crisp, fresh, and layered texture.

TWD340 ≈ $11.00

Sizzling Beef Tenderloin

鐵板牛柳

360 -> 270

Beef tenderloin stir-fried in black pepper sauce, served on a sizzling hot plate. The beef is tender, with a rich black pepper aroma, and it sizzles audibly.

TWD270 ≈ $9.00

Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin

糖醋里肌

280 -> 210

Pork tenderloin is battered and deep-fried, then coated in a sweet and sour sauce. Crispy outside, tender inside, sweet and sour, suitable for all ages.

TWD210 ≈ $7.00

Five-Spice Pork Belly with Tofu and Leeks

五更腸旺

280 -> 210

Duck blood and large intestine stewed in a slightly spicy sauce, usually kept warm on a small stove. The intestine is tender, the duck blood is smooth, and the sauce is great with rice.

TWD210 ≈ $7.00

Tofu Skin with Shredded Pork

豆干肉絲

220 -> 160

Tofu skin shreds stir-fried with shredded pork. Seems simple but tests knife skills and heat control. The tofu skin is tender and flavorful, a home-style delicacy.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Twice-Cooked Pork

回鍋肉

220 -> 160

A classic Sichuan dish where pork belly slices are first boiled, then sliced and stir-fried again with garlic sprouts and chili bean paste. Fatty but not greasy, with a rich flavor.

TWD160 ≈ $5.00

Dry-fried Green Beans

乾扁四季豆

240 -> 180

Green beans are stir-fried until slightly wrinkled, then mixed with minced meat and preserved vegetables. Dry, fragrant, and savory.

TWD180 ≈ $6.00

Steamed Pork Belly with Preserved Mustard Greens

梅菜扣肉

360 -> 270

Pork belly slices steamed with preserved mustard greens. The meat melts in your mouth, absorbing the savory and sweet flavors of the greens, very appetizing.

TWD270 ≈ $9.00

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