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茶馬司訪山茶店 (採現場候位)
Exit 1 · about 6 min walk

茶馬司訪山茶店 (採現場候位)

TeaMars Fangshan Tea House
Noodles, Local Eats, Drinks, Group Dining · 南屯區
★ 4.5・1,926 reviews 195 views Open now
B VISITOR RATING
METROBITES VISITOR RATING
Consider it if you are nearby

“Freshly brewed high-mountain tea with savory dishes, in a space themed around tea culture and a dialogue across time, makes tea tasting feel like a sit-down experience in its own right.”

Shanlinxi hot tea Wide noodles with sesame sauce Tea-culture space
This rating asks whether the place is worth fitting into your trip, considering distinctiveness, local significance, Google reviews, and MRT convenience—not taste alone.
WORTH THE STOP?

Is this place worth adding to your MRT itinerary?

It can feel very different if you are already at this stop versus making a special trip here.
★★★☆☆
ALREADY HERE
Already at this stop
Depends on your schedule

If you are already at Wenxin Forest Park Station, it is an easy walk and a natural fit for this stop.

★☆☆☆☆
WORTH THE DETOUR?
Making a special trip
No need to ride over just for it

If you are elsewhere, consider whether it is worth an extra MRT ride just for this place.

WHY VISIT

Why add it to your itinerary?

01
Step through a carved stone gateway into a flowing tea space

A traditional carved stone gateway shares the same space with flowing ceilings and silver furniture, adding another layer of design interest to the act of drinking tea.

02
High recognition built on more than 1,000 reviews

Google currently shows about 4.5 stars from 1,926 reviews, an easy-to-read popularity reference for first-time visitors.

THE STORY

The story behind this place

Turning the tea-horse trade into spatial inspiration

The name Tea Horse Commissioner comes from the historic tea-horse trade, while Fang Shan Tea Shop takes tea culture and a dialogue across time as its design theme. The entrance stone gateway retains traditional relief motifs, then gives way to flowing ceilings, curved partitions, and silver furniture, bringing imagined moments from different eras together in a tea-drinking space.

WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

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夜班大叔
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Dui Yi (Shanlinxi Mist Spring Tea)

Shanlinxi Mist Spring Tea is served freshly brewed and hot, with delicate floral aromas followed by a mellow sip and a clean finish. It rewards attention to the tea itself and also pairs well with savory dishes at the table.

Kung Fu Wide Noodles with Sesame Sauce MetroBites visit photo

Kung Fu Wide Noodles with Sesame Sauce

The wide noodles have a springy bite, and the generous, rich sesame sauce clings to every strand once mixed. If you want something filling alongside your tea, this dry-tossed noodle dish is a good place to start.

TAIWAN FOOD Taiwanese Dry Noodles
Scallion-Scented Black Tofu and Rice Blood Cake MetroBites visit photo

Scallion-Scented Black Tofu and Rice Blood Cake

Black tofu and rice blood cake are seasoned with scallions for a savory fragrance, while the seasoning stays restrained rather than simply salty. The two textures share one plate and work well with a fragrant hot tea, eaten slowly in alternation.

TAIWAN FOOD GUIDE

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METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Try the tofu and rice blood cake plain before adding chili

Taste the scallion aroma and braised flavor of the tofu and rice blood cake on their own first, then add a little chili for another layer of fragrant heat. There is no need to mix the whole plate into one flavor from the start.

FULL VISIT

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✨ AI Quick Take

Fang Shan Tea Shop takes a polished tea-and-food approach, with care visible in the space, teaware, and the way dishes are served. The atmosphere feels refined without becoming distant. It suits anyone who wants to sit down for tea at an unhurried pace while adding noodles or small dishes, and readers who care about the tea itself will especially notice the attention to detail.

Uncle's note: What makes this place interesting is that tea is not treated as just another drink. Brewing, service, and the atmosphere are designed as one complete experience, and you can feel that care once you sit down.
Interior and dining atmosphere:Fang Shan Tea Shop brings freshly brewed high-mountain tea, cold-brew tea blends, noodles, and small dishes into the same relaxed rhythm. Stone, wood, and displayed objects create a calm interior, and the space also underwent a visual refresh in 2026. Seating is by walk-in waitlist, so it works well to choose a tea first, then slowly add noodles and sides. You do not need to sit bolt upright to drink tea here: tea enthusiasts can talk details, and newcomers can simply enjoy the cup. Uncle only worries when the tea has not even reached its sweet finish before the next table starts a loud meeting.
Location and visit notes:Fang Shan Tea Shop is at 台中市南屯區惠文路536號1樓, phone 04-2251-0019, near Wenxin Forest Park and IKEA, and within walking distance of 文心森林公園站 · Wenxin Forest Park. Seating is by walk-in waitlist, so allow time to wait during busy periods. Tea selections, food, and brewing styles follow the current menu. Drivers can use nearby paid parking lots or legal parking spaces.
● Dui Yi (Shanlinxi Mist Spring Tea)

This freshly brewed hot tea follows a classic high-mountain profile. The aroma arrives clearly, with delicate florals and a clean mountain character, while the palate is mellow and smooth with a lingering finish. It is not flashy, but its fundamentals are steady. For anyone who genuinely cares about how the tea itself performs, especially those who like to linger over hot tea, this is a reliable choice that rewards a slow pace.

茶馬司訪山茶店 (採現場候位) (TeaMars Fangshan Tea House) visit photo

● Su Shang Yue Gui (Sun Moon Lake Ruby Black Tea, Sanxia Biluochun Green Tea)

This cold-brew tea makes a strong first impression as soon as it reaches the table, with the presentation of a specialty tea drink. The flavor is fragrant with a returning sweetness, clean and crisp overall, with noticeable layers in the tea body. Blended teas naturally invite questions about balance, and this one drinks smoothly enough to make you curious about the other selections.



● Kung Fu Wide Noodles with Sesame Sauce

The point of this dry-tossed noodle dish is straightforward: the sesame aroma is generous and the noodles have a dependable bite. Wide noodles stay pleasantly chewy, while the ample sauce coats every mouthful with rich sesame fragrance after mixing. It does not rely on novelty; it simply gets aroma and texture right, which makes it especially comforting when you are hungry.

茶馬司訪山茶店 (採現場候位) (TeaMars Fangshan Tea House) visit photo

● Scallion-Scented Black Tofu and Rice Blood Cake

This small plate works well with either tea or noodles. The flavor stays clean and the saltiness is restrained, seasoned through without becoming heavy. Both the black tofu and rice blood cake have a substantial texture, while scallions make them easier to keep eating. A little chili adds another layer. It is an understated, everyday kind of flavor that holds up well over several bites.

茶馬司訪山茶店 (採現場候位) (TeaMars Fangshan Tea House) visit photo
💡 Ordering note

Choose Dui Yi if you prefer a straightforward high-mountain tea, or try Su Shang Yue Gui for a cold-brew blend, then round out the meal with Kung Fu Wide Noodles with Sesame Sauce and Scallion-Scented Black Tofu and Rice Blood Cake. Let the tea list set the direction first, then add savory food. There is no need to fill the table the moment you sit down; a tea house is about slowing down, not racing the kitchen.

  • Location:台中市南屯區惠文路536號1樓, near Wenxin Forest Park, IKEA, and the MRT station.
  • Type:Freshly brewed Taiwanese tea, cold-brew tea, noodles, and tea-side dishes.
  • Highlights:Tea and food share equal billing, seating is by walk-in waitlist, and the space completed a visual refresh in 2026.
  • Good for:Taiwanese-tea lovers, long conversations, and anyone who wants savory food with tea.

📌 Editor's Summary

Fang Shan Tea Shop is not a place that relies on décor alone. Both the drinks and food show clear attention to execution. The setting feels polished, the tea performs at a solid level, and a few noodles and small dishes make it especially suitable for anyone who wants to slow down. If you already enjoy tea, or want a Nantun tea-house restaurant where you can settle in and eat comfortably, it is worth considering.

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STORE INFORMATION

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Address
408台灣臺中市南屯區惠中里惠文路536號1樓
Opening hours
Monday: 10:00 – 22:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 22:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 22:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 22:00
Friday: 10:00 – 22:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 22:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 22:00
GETTING THERE

From the MRT station to the store

112
Wenxin Forest Park · 文心森林公園
Exit 1 · about 6 min walk · about 408 m
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水安宮站 · Shui-an Temple · Exit 1 Another nearby station
about 9 min walk · about 649 m
Walking About 6 min from Exit 1 · about 408 m
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