Whitegrass

The food was refreshing and delicious, a fusion of French and Japanese flavors. The chef used seasonal vegetables, which made the dishes taste great. Chatting with Chef Takuya was also very interesting, listening to him recount his experiences becoming a chef.

Located atop the Mega 50 building in Banqiao, the "50th Floor Café" is a collaboration between the Far Eastern Group and Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts. It's not only the highest buffet restaurant in Taiwan, but also renowned for its stunning panoramic views and high-value seafood and turf buffet. 🏙️ 50th Floor Café: New Taipei City's Highest Scenic Feast 1. Superb Visual Experience Located on the 50th floor of the Mega 50 building next to the Far Eastern Department Store in Banqiao, it boasts nearly 360-degree panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. During the day: Enjoy views of the Taipei and New Taipei skyline, Guanyin Mountain, and the Tamsui River. At night: Overlook the dazzling sea of ​​lights. Located inside the men's restroom, you can enjoy the view of Taipei 101 while using the facilities – arguably the best restroom in Taiwan with the best view. This is also a famous romantic dating spot in New Taipei City. 2. Featured Cuisine Highlights The restaurant emphasizes a "farm-to-table" concept, with menus changing seasonally. The must-try items recommended by regulars and online users include: Made-to-order section: Seared Wagyu beef sushi, conger eel sushi. Seafood platter: Freshly sliced ​​sashimi (such as tuna and salmon), snow crab hot pot (seasonal), fresh white shrimp and crab. Oven-grilled section: Oven-grilled American Wagyu beef/steak, tender and juicy, a top choice for meat lovers. Desserts & Ice Cream: Offers a variety of French desserts, freshly baked puff pastry, and Häagen-Dazs ice cream. 3. Dining Information and Prices (2026 reference) Address: 50F, Baiyang Building, No. 16, Xinzhan Rd., Banqiao District, New Taipei City (Banqiao MRT Station Exit 3A). Business Hours: Weekdays lunch and dinner, weekends and holidays (closed Mondays). Price range for reference: Weekday Lunch: Approx. NT$1,099 Weekday Dinner: Approx. NT$1,199 Weekend/Holiday: Approx. NT$1,299 (The above prices are subject to a 10% service charge. Advance reservations are recommended; window seats typically require booking several weeks in advance.)

🇸🇬 Stepping into the Elegance of CHIJMES: Whitegrass – A Fusion of French and Japanese Culinary Art Located within Singapore's historic CHIJMES landmark, Whitegrass is undoubtedly one of the city's most soulful and refined restaurants. Within the framework of a century-old building, the interior design exudes contemporary elegance, creating a tranquil dining atmosphere. 🥢 The Soul: A Collision of French Technique and Japanese Artisan Spirit The core of Whitegrass's cuisine lies in "perfect balance." The chef perfectly combines the rigor and depth of French cuisine with the purity and sweetness of Japanese ingredients: • Appetizer Platter: The appetizers showcase stunning visual appeal, from petite cone-shaped towers to plating resembling miniature forests, each bite revealing layers of texture. • Craft Bread: The seemingly simple spherical bread has a crisp, charred exterior reminiscent of charcoal grilling, while the interior is moist and elastic, paired with silky butter – a truly satisfying treat for the palate. • The Cooking Control of Fish and Meat: • Fish Dishes: The fish skin is rendered with an exquisite crispness, while the flesh retains a creamy tenderness, paired with a white sauce rich in the essence of the ocean—a truly stunning experience. • Beef Main Course: The perfect pink cross-section showcases precise aging and temperature control. The sauce is perfectly balanced, enhancing the sweetness of the meat without overpowering the main ingredient's flavor. 🖋️ Summary: Dining at Whitegrass is more than just filling your stomach; it's like appreciating a performance of "precision" and "aesthetics." From the selection of tableware to the application of sauces, every detail reflects the artisans' dedication to perfection. If you're looking for a restaurant that simultaneously satisfies historical sentiment and modern, top-notch taste, this is undoubtedly the best choice in Singapore.

The restaurant, which was converted from an old building, serves modern French cuisine prepared with Japanese techniques and also offers a wide range of cocktails.

Dining at Whitegrass was a very pleasant experience. The service team was warm and attentive, and they even gave us a small cake after the meal, which made us feel very welcome.