The story
Rong Pao brings the acclaimed philosophy of the Xinyingji restaurant group to Taipei. The group, which began in 1995 with a single roadside stall in Taizhou, has built a reputation across China and beyond on a simple, powerful creed: "Food must seek truth, then it reaches beauty." At Rong Pao, this translates into a focused exploration of the bold, aromatic, and complex traditions of Sichuan and Hunanese cuisine.
Housed on the second floor of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Chaoyang, the setting is sophisticated and composed, offering an air-conditioned, wheelchair-accessible space where the fiery spirit of the food is balanced by an elegant atmosphere. The kitchen’s commitment to "真材、真味、真诚" (true ingredients, true flavor, true sincerity) is evident in every dish. Here, the numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns and the bright, sour heat of Hunan chilies are not just applied—they are layered with precision, allowing the quality of the primary ingredients to shine.
The restaurant’s cooking, described by Michelin as "high quality," earned it a well-deserved Michelin one star in 2026. This award acknowledges Rong Pao's ability to elevate familiar regional cuisines into something both deeply authentic and elegantly refined, solidifying its place as a destination for those seeking a masterful take on Chinese food in the city.
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