European restaurants near Guting MRT Station
Greek, German, and Italian food within walking distance of the metro
Compared to Asian cuisines, European food occupies a relatively small corner of Taipei’s dining scene, with only a few dozen dedicated restaurants across the city, according to data compiled by Smartscrapers.
The Guting area might not be the first place you’d head if you were craving European food. It’s quieter, more residential, and better known for student spots than its bistros or bakeries.
However, within a 10-minute walk, there are a few decent options. They’re not always traditional, and not always consistent, but in a city where European options are relatively limited, they are worth checking out.
In early 2026, This Is Taipei visited three restaurants — one Greek, one German, and one Italian — to see how close they come when you’re in the mood for a taste of home.
#1: Greek - Go!
Good flavors but small portion sizes
Greek - Go! is a couple of minutes’ walk from Guting MRT Station, and offers a range of Greek dishes in a setting that feels as though you are on a beach in the Med, not in the middle of a bustling city.
The menu is quite confusing, with different set options and dishes only available at certain times. When This Is Taipei visited in February 2026, we went for the chicken gyros (NT$320), to which we added the soup option for an extra NT$120. We also went for the lamb moussaka (NT$520). There were no fries available when we visited, so instead we were given a tiny spoonful of potato salad, which felt a bit stingy.
Overall, the food was tasty, but the portions were small, especially for the price point. They do have a range of different set options, and you can add soups, desserts, or drinks. We recommend you do this, or you may leave hungry.
The servers were friendly and most could speak English. We recommend asking them which options are available before you set your heart on something.
Our bill for two with no drinks came to around NT$1,200. There aren't many options for Greek food in Taipei, so we felt it was worth it.
If you want to really feel like you're in Europe, there are a few outdoor tables too. Greek - Go! is open every day from 11 AM until 9:30 PM during the week and 10 PM on the weekend.
#2: Oma Ursel's German Bakery
Hearty German dishes and proper bread
A seven- or eight-minute walk from Greek - Go! is Oma Ursel's German Bakery, which doubles up as a bakery and restaurant. Inspired by a German 'Oma,' the food hits the spot, although some Taiwanese flavors do creep in.
The bread is excellent, particularly the sourdough, which is reminiscent of what is available in Europe.
Main dish-wise, portions are huge, and a variety of German dishes are available, including meatballs, schnitzel, pork knuckle, and goulash. Keep in mind that most dishes surpass the NT$500 price point.
When This Is Taipei visited in February 2026, we ordered a couple of side dishes — sausages with sauerkraut (NT$220) and two slices of meatloaf with sauerkraut (NT$160) — which we paired with the bread on offer. Dessert-wise, we went for the caramel cheesecake, which was dense and truly defeated us.
You can choose between the bratwurst, which was excellent, or the "white" sausage, which tasted a bit watery. The meatloaf was tasty.
They also have imported beer, and you can order draft beer by the liter.
The interior is simple and well designed and there’s one table outside if the weather is good — be prepared for the constant beeping of delivery trucks, though.
Overall, Oma Ursel's German Bakery is a great shout. It is open from 10:30 AM every day and stays open until 8 PM during the week and 8:30 PM at the weekend.
#3: Telamo
A pricy salad bar with a loose Italian theme
Telamo is a slightly odd one.
Marketed as an Italian bistro, it’s usually packed, and when we visited, the crowd skewed older. The main draw is the buffet-style salad bar, which costs NT$399 plus a 10% service charge. That puts it on the pricier side, especially given the relatively low cost and wider selection of Taiwanese buffets.
The spread is decent, if somewhat inconsistent. There’s a mix of pastas, soups, and salad ingredients, along with unlimited coffee and soft drinks. You’ll find plenty of tomatoes, onions, basil, pesto, and olive oil, but it doesn’t always feel particularly Italian, and there’s not much in the way of protein.
On its own, the salad bar isn’t especially filling. The better move is to order a main dish, which typically costs around NT$300.
Options include bolognese pasta and herb-crusted chicken, and you get NT$100 off if you’ve already paid for the buffet. If you’re going as a pair, it makes sense to share a main alongside the salad bar.
Overall, it’s a slightly random but reasonably good-quality option, best approached with the right expectations.
Telamo is open daily from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
