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Time Animation Recreation Restaurant

時刻動漫町

For over a decade, this beloved Taichung destination has offered anime enthusiasts far more than a typical Japanese-style maid cafe experience.

Time Animation Recreation Restaurant
Article and translation by Anna Yang 7 min read

For over a decade, Time Animation Recreation Restaurant has been a beloved Taichung destination offering far more than the typical Japanese-style "maid cafe" experience. Created as a welcoming alternative to your home, workplace or school, it is inspired by a university classroom atmosphere, a space where anime enthusiasts can gather, socialize and share their passions. Many first-time visitors have become loyal regulars thanks to its warm, community-oriented environment. Display cabinets throughout the venue showcase the resident maids' treasured anime collectibles, each reflecting their love for anime and Japanese pop culture. During our visit, maids Taotao, Miu and Ruiyi greeted guests with cheerful personalities, engaging conversations and a touch of magic that filled the dining experience with laughter and interactive fun.

The food is equally memorable. Silky-smooth, delicately sweet Tiramisu is a customer favorite while crispy Double Almond Crunch Waffles provide the perfect balance of texture and flavor. The signature Double Pork Cutlet Curry Omurice features a rich, Japanese-style curry sauce paired with two thick, juicy pork cutlets, showcasing a level of culinary skill that exceeds expectations for a themed cafe. One of the most entertaining highlights is the Maid Alchemy specially drink. Guests can customize their beverage to their preferences, with the final price determined by a traditional Japanese lottery (takarakuji), making every order a fun surprise. The second floor has a small performance stage where the maids regularly present live singing, dancing and other performances. Visitors are encouraged to follow the restaurant's official social media channels for the latest event schedules.

With two floors seating approximately 60 guests, this establishment also offers private venue rentals for group events. For just NT$100, guests can become members and enjoy exclusive rewards based on their accumulated spending. Whether you're a dedicated anime fan or simply curious about maid cafes, Time Animation Recreation Restaurant ensures you'll enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience.

在台中經營超過10年的時刻動漫町,不只是個僕咖啡廳,更是一處讓動漫迷自在交流的第三空間。老闆希望打造如同大學社團般的聚會場所,讓擁有共同興趣的人相聚,也因此吸引不少顧客從初訪一路成為熟客。店內展示櫃收藏著女僕們珍愛的動漫周邊,每件收藏都展現濃厚的動漫文化氛圍。當天出席的女僕桃桃、Miu與瑞依,親切活溫又擅長聊天,施展魔法的帶動氛氣讓用餐過程充滿歡樂與互動。除了療癒的服務,餐點同樣令人驚艷,香甜滑順的提拉米蘇、酥脆可口的Double巧砂杏仁鬆餅都深受歡迎;招牌蛋包武藏黑豬排咖咖,以冷湯系濃郁咖啡醬搭配厚實多汁的炸豬排,展現超越一般咖啡廳的廚藝水準。充滿驚喜的「女僕煉金術」飲品,除了能依喜好客製,價格還透過日式搖珠機決定,讓每次點餐都充滿樂趣。店內2樓設有小舞台,女僕們不定期唱來歌唱、舞蹈等才藝演出,建議事先關注官方社群帳號獲活動資訊。全店兩層樓可容納約60人,也提供包場服務。100元即可加入會員,依消費累積專屬優惠。無論動漫迷或初次造訪,都能在此留下難怎回憶。