Bi-ting
emerald pavilion at bitan is a tea house located on the opposite bank of the river to the mrt station cross pedestrian bridge, immediately turn left and go up stones stairs. bi-ting tea house is at the top. while the decor of the tea house is not inspiring, the tea is good and, being located on the top of a cliff, the views of the river and bridge are second to none.
Dzongtung
president, 35 zongxing road, sec 3 near the corner of bauchang road - a five minute walk from the huge carrefour hypermarket. tel:+886 2 2913-2498. a funky tea house serving various kinds of teas though don't expect top notch oolong, coffee, freshly made juices and light meals. the interior of the two story cafe is all wood and has some interesting features.