Taiyaki Café 台之燒 - Taiwanese wheel cake, tea & coffee
About This Spot
Welcome to Taiyaki Café 台之燒, your go-to spot for delectable Taiwanese delights nestled in the heart of Lisbon at Rua do Forno do Tijolo 56A. This charming café is much more than just a place to grab a bite; it's an experience that transports you straight to Taiwan, imbued with the warm ambiance and welcoming vibe of a local favorite.
Step inside and let the inviting aroma of freshly brewed teas and quality coffee envelop you as you browse their tempting menu. A true gem for food enthusiasts, Taiyaki Café specializes in Taiwanese wheel cakes, a delightful pastry that’s both crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Try the classic Custard Cream or dare to indulge in the Nutella Banana wheel cake, which perfectly balances sweetness with rich flavors. The Red Beans variant showcases authentic Asian taste and is a must-try!
The café also offers an impressive selection of cold drinks, perfect for those warm Lisbon days. You simply cannot miss the Iced Matcha Latte, crafted with premium Taiwanese matcha – it's incredibly refreshing and has garnered rave reviews for its creamy consistency and vibrant flavor. As one customer, Ekin, passionately shared, it's the “best matcha iced latte” they've ever tasted, making it a stand-out choice in the city's bustling café scene.
Judging by customer reviews, the service adds to the overall experience. Sammy Singh reflects on the "outstanding chai" and the evident care that goes into every dish, while Juno Vink highlights the friendly owner, who makes every visit feel personal. You might even catch the owner heating up the wheel cakes to perfection just for you, ensuring that every bite is a warm, comforting treat.
With its cozy atmosphere, attention to detail, and a menu that caters to both sweet and savory palates, Taiyaki Café is ideal for a leisurely brunch or a quick snack on a busy day. Don’t forget to pair your wheel cake with one of their memorable milk teas – each sip is a delightful revelation!
Whether you're a local or a traveler exploring Lisbon, Taiyaki Café offers a slice of Taiwanese culture that you won’t want to miss. It's more than just food; it's a heartfelt invitation to enjoy the best of Taiwan right here in Portugal.
What’s Available Here
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Takeaway - Dine-in
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Dessert
- Toilet
- Casual
- Cosy
- Family friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Credit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Good for kids
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Location & Hours
| Monday | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM | |
| Friday | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM | |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
Guest Reviews
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Sammy Singh 14 Nov 2025
Absolutely outstanding chai, matcha, and round cakes. The food is certainly made with quality and care. The shop owner clearly puts her heart into her craft. One of my favorite places in Lisbon to have a simple breakfast before seizing the day.
Juno Vink 10 Nov 2025
Super cute Taiwanese cafe with amazing milk tea and TASTY wheel cakes. I tried the original custard cream wheel cake which was a tasty change after all the pastel de nata. The milk tea wheel cake is more original to the store and was also amazing. The owner of the store is very friendly and helped me pick what I was looking for. I will definitely come back.
Yu-Shan Chiu 25 Oct 2025
Cute little Taiwanese cafe selling tasty wheel cakes. The owner was friendly and would heat up the wheel cakes for you, which is the best way to serve the cakes. The read beans wheel cakes are vegan and so tasty. I wish they offered more vegan options!
Grazia Casati 10 Oct 2025
Lovely place, very well kept with great options for drinks and food. The TaiwaneseWheel was really nice, I particularly loved the red beans one and the house iced tea!:)
Ekin 09 Oct 2025
It is the best matcha iced latte I have ever had in Lisboa!! And it is also the most affordable one!! Very close to the metro station. So even if you don’t live nearby, just take a metro and go there, you cannot regret about it. I am very happy to find it. The most reasonable price with the most delicious iced matcha.
Andrea Lam 29 Sep 2025
Adorable, tiny shop with delicious tea and wheel cakes! I only tried the basic oolong, but it was very nice even though I'm a tea snob. I didn't try a second rinse since I was satisfied with 1 pot, but the flavor was robust without being overly tannic with a longer steep, and even with a small amount of leaves (my guess is 1.5g per pot). I'll have to come back and try all the different varieties! They also have small packs of tea leaves for sale. IMO you should have the tea pots instead of the lattes/milk teas because the tea really stands on its own and pairs perfectly with the sweet wheel cakes, but I love tea so ymmv. The wheel cakes were perfect for a little morning snack, not too sweet but still flavorful. My husband tried the custard red bean and I had matcha, and both were great. A pet peeve of mine is when matcha flavored sweets cover up the bitter green tea flavor with sugar, but I found this nicely balanced.
Ida Antonsson 16 Aug 2025
Truly a hidden gem! My friend recommended this lovely café a few weeks ago, and now I've gone multiple times, not only for the delicious wheel cakes, but also for the coffee. If you are more of a tea person, they have a selection of high quality teas too. The staff is very sweet and helpful, I adore the attention to detail through and through.
Debby Yeh 12 Aug 2025
A really cute cafe selling delicious taiwanese wheel cakes! My favorite is the custard filling and the savory cheese and egg is super yum The owner is really nice and carries a lot of hard to find Taiwanese teas here. Highly recommend the Mountain Tea!