La Villa Danshui is a classy Italian located in Danshui, at the end of the red line.
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Sitting in a prime location next to the Danshui river, it’s a large restaurant with two floors and some outdoor seating that offers beautiful views of the river.
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You can order a main course on it’s own or as part of a set for an extra NT$100. This will come with soup, bread, dessert and a drink.
They have pasta/risotto mains, while also serving meat and fish dishes, although it’s the former I would recommend. I’ve tried the Pan Fried Short-rib with Black Pepper Sauce and in truth, it was nothing special.
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The pasta and risotto dishes however are excellent. The Linguine Shrimp, Asparagus, Garlic with White Wine Sauce, with fresh pasta is delicious.
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The Saffron Risotto with Seafood is a rich bowl of al dente risotto still firm to the bite, with shrimp and clams.
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Also on the menu are salads, soups and other appetisers. One of the best and most refined salads I’ve tried in Taipei is the Salmon Marinated with Ginger and Orange. A beautiful looking plate that was fresh and light.
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Their Mozzarella Sticks, Caesar Salad with Parma Ham and Mixed Salad and are also worthy of a mention.
One thing we’ve yet to try are La Villa Danshui’s afternoon tea set. Judging by the pictures we’ve seen they do look good, although you must have a sweet tooth as there isn’t a savoury bite in sight.
The drinks menu is varied, with coffees, teas, milkshakes, juices, smoothies, sodas and beers, plus an extensive wine list.
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La Villa Danshui is in a prime spot to enjoy the amazing sunset in Danshui while relaxing with a high quality meal and great service. Probably the most well located restaurant in Taipei.
Menu
Pros
- Great setting with outdoor seating available
- Pasta and salads are superb
Cons
- Very far from Taipei city, only really an option if you’re in Danshui
Price: $$$
Level of English: Good (English on menu)
Traveller Tips
They have set menus available that offer soup, bread, desserts and selected drinks for only NT$100 extra.
Location
Closest MRT: Danshui Station (end of red line – exit 1)
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