A little time in Taipei

Brunch & Postcard Café in Ximending, Taipei

Come for brunch. Stay for a postcard.
A little memory of Taipei, sent to your future self.

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Brunch, homemade cakes, coffee and illustrated postcards on a table at Entry Time
A table for your Taipei memories.
10-minute walkXimen Station · Exit 6Brunch 10:00–14:30Closed Wednesdays · Full hoursWalk-ins welcomeCash / LINE Pay · 1 drink per person

01 / Signature dishes

Your first taste
of Entry Time.

Start with brunch, then save a little room
for a homemade cake.

Spiced chicken croissant with egg, cheese, greens and sweet potato
BRUNCHNT$280

Spiced Chicken Croissant

Chicken thigh, cheese and egg in a croissant, with sweet potato and greens.

Honey and cream chestnut chicken baked in paper, served with six small sides
BRUNCHNT$320

Honey & Cream Chestnut Chicken

Paper-baked chicken with chestnuts, king oyster mushrooms, cheese and six little sides.

Bubble tea Basque cheesecake with cream and brown sugar tapioca pearls
A TASTE OF TAIWANNT$180

Bubble Tea Basque Cheesecake

Nantou Assam tea cheesecake with brown sugar tapioca pearls. A little taste of Taiwan.

Entry Time’s colourful display of illustrated menu postcards
An Entry Time illustrated postcard featuring bubble tea cheesecake and a Taiwan flag

03 / The postcard experience

From Taipei,
with a little love.

Your menu is a postcard. Your meal becomes a memory you can take home—or send into the future.

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    Pick a postcard. Order your meal.

    Choose from our illustrated menu postcards. Keep your menu postcard for free after ordering.

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    Put a little of today into words.

    Write to someone you miss, or your future self. Pens and decorative rubber stamps are here for you to use.

  3. 03

    Take it home, or let us send it.

    We can mail it in Taiwan or overseas to destinations served by Chunghwa Post, or hold it for up to three years.

Postage and mailing-service fees apply. Ask our team for the cost and available destinations.

04 / Resident cats

A few familiar faces.

Three resident cats call Entry Time home.
They might be taking a well-earned nap.

Entry Time’s calico resident cat resting on a knitted cushion
Entry Time’s black resident cat relaxing on a chair
A close-up of Entry Time’s white and brown resident cat
Guests seated among wooden tables, chairs and artwork inside Entry Time

05 / Inside Entry Time

A small pause
in a big city.

Old-house character, touches of greenery and a wall full of postcards. Find a seat, enjoy your coffee and leave a few words on paper.

Seating across three floors, with window seats and around 40 places. There’s no dining time limit.

Wi-FiPower outletsIndoor seating

06 / Find us in Ximending

Make a little
time for us.

Entry Time 早初

No. 165, Chengdu Road, Wanhua District,
Taipei, Taiwan
台北市萬華區成都路165號
+886 908 811 100

From Ximen Station

Exit 6. About 10 minutes on foot.

  1. 1

    Leave Ximen MRT Station through Exit 6.

  2. 2

    Use the walking route to No. 165, Chengdu Road.

  3. 3

    Look for Entry Time beside MEANDER Taipei Hostel.

Walking directions

Travelling with luggage? You can leave it at our first-floor counter during your visit.

Opening hours · Taipei local time

Monday–Tuesday
10:00–16:30
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday–Friday
10:00–16:30
Saturday–Sunday
10:00–17:00
Brunch served10:00–14:30
Last order15:30

Holiday hours may change. Check our Instagram ↗ for announcements.

07 / Visitor information

A few things to know.

Payment & ordering

Cash and LINE Pay accepted.
No credit cards or Apple Pay.
One drink per person. No service charge.

Seating & language

Walk-ins only; no reservations.
No dining time limit.
English menu and basic English assistance available.

Comforts for your visit

Wi-Fi, power outlets and a restroom.
Luggage can stay at the first-floor counter.
Children welcome; no high chairs.

Bringing your pet

Pets are welcome on a leash or in a carrier or stroller. Please clean up after them and keep other guests comfortable.

08 / FAQ

Before you stop by.

How far is Entry Time from Ximen Station?

About a 10-minute walk from Exit 6. We’re at No. 165, Chengdu Road, beside MEANDER Taipei Hostel.

Can I come just for coffee and cake?

Yes. Our minimum order is one drink per person. Brunch is served from 10:00 to 14:30, and the last order is at 15:30.

Do I need a reservation?

We welcome walk-ins only and don’t take reservations. If the café is full, please join the queue at the café.

Can you send my postcard overseas?

Yes, to destinations served by Chunghwa Post. You can also arrange for it to be sent to your future self, up to three years later. Postage and service fees apply; ask our team for the details.

Do you have vegetarian or vegan food?

Vegetarian options are available and may contain garlic or onion. We don’t currently offer vegan options. Please ask our team about ingredients and your dietary needs before ordering.

Can I pay by card?

We accept cash and LINE Pay. Credit cards and Apple Pay are not accepted, so we recommend bringing cash.

Brunch. A postcard. A little Taipei.

See you at Entry Time.

10 minutes from Ximen Station · Exit 6

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