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一千零一夜廚房
Exit 2 · about 4 min walk

一千零一夜廚房

One Thousand and One Nights Kitchen
Barbecue, All-You-Can-Eat, Group Dining · 松山區
★ 4.5・2,046 reviews 248 views Closed now
B VISITOR RATING
METROBITES VISITOR RATING
Consider it if you are nearby

“Lamb, beef, and saffron rice show distinct spice personalities, best explored through repeated small portions.”

Persian spiced stews Saffron rice with meat juices International buffet
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 松山站 · Songshan, 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
Explore varied Persian flavors in one meal

The buffet gathers stews, grills, saffron rice, sauces, and desserts, allowing first-time Persian diners to learn through small repeated tastes.

02
Spiced meats have distinct personalities

Long-cooked lamb and vegetables turn tender, while beef shank keeps fibers and thick sauce, giving each meat a different spice expression.

03
Saffron rice ties the meal together

Delicately scented rice carries meat juices, yogurt sauce, and spices, linking the mains rather than leaving every dish separate.

04
High visibility built on more than 2,000 reviews

Google currently shows about 4.5 stars from 2,046 reviews, a straightforward popularity reference for first-time visitors.

WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

Editors
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Lamb and Mixed-Vegetable Stew

Lamb and vegetables cook until tender, with meat juices entering the sauce and spices rounding the lamb aroma. Sample a small portion to judge your preferred intensity.

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Fragrant Braised Beef Shank

Connective tissue and lean meat become easy to bite while retaining beef fibers and savory sauce; a little saffron rice catches the juices.

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Saffron Rice

Its delicate aroma pairs with stew sauce, yogurt, and spices, making it the staple that connects different mains.

FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Take small samples in the first round

Take small portions of lamb stew, beef stew, and lamb pizza first, with a little saffron rice. Return after learning which spices and meats you prefer.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Save saffron rice for stew sauce

Take only a little saffron rice first and eat it with lamb or beef-stew sauce; its role is clearer than when filling a plate with rice alone.

FULL VISIT

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一千零一夜廚房 (One Thousand and One Nights Kitchen) organizes Persian spices, braising, and grilled flavors into a complete buffet. Lamb, beef, chicken, saffron rice, soup, and desserts offer variety with clearly Middle Eastern character that remains approachable. It suits curious diners, groups seeking a change, and anyone wanting many mains and sides at once.

Uncle's line: At an international buffet, do not build a mountain in round one. Taste each item, then return for favorites. That is exploration, not working for the food-waste bin.
Interior and atmosphere:The second-floor restaurant has room for groups, with long tables for sharing. The buffet offers stews, grills, rice, sauces, and desserts, with more obvious spice aromas than a typical Western buffet. Peak traffic gets busy and dining time is limited, so take small portions first and return; both table and stomach will stay composed.
Location and dining notes:The address is 2F, No. 618, Bade Road, Section Four, Songshan District, Taipei, about a 5-minute walk from Exit 2 of Songshan Station (松山站); the Songshan Farmers' Association bus stop is nearby, and drivers can use Bade multi-story paid parking. Weekday and holiday lunches differ, with separate dinner sessions. Confirm prices, dining time, and halal details when reserving.
● Lamb and Mixed-Vegetable Stew

Lamb and vegetables are braised together until tender, enriching the sauce with meat juices while vegetables add sweetness. Spices and long cooking round rather than erase the lamb's character. Lamb-sensitive diners should sample a small piece; lamb fans can use saffron rice for the sauce. Buffet wisdom says never fill the first spoonful: spice tolerance varies, so taste before returning.


● Fragrant Braised Beef Shank

Time softens connective tissue and lean meat while retaining beef fibers and a deep savory sauce. Alone it reveals the spices; with saffron rice it becomes a complete main without being buried under unfamiliar sauces. Since buffet temperature affects texture, take it when a fresh tray arrives. Its approachable Persian flavor makes a useful first-visit warm-up.


● Lamb Pizza

Flatbread, cheese, and lamb aroma place Middle Eastern flavor in familiar pizza form, lowering the threshold compared with rich stews. Hot cheese and meat work best together; once cool, crust and oil become more obvious, so do not queue too many slices at your table. This is not an Italian-pizza contest entry but another face of lamb at a buffet, practical for introducing friends to Persian food.


● Saffron Rice

Quiet-looking saffron rice catches stews and grilled meat, supporting meat juices, yogurt, and spices so each dish does not speak alone. It is not a heavily seasoned Taiwanese sticky rice and may seem restrained at first; its purpose appears beside lamb stew or beef shank. At a buffet, starch secretly fills the stomach, so take enough for pairings rather than packing a lunchbox at the start.

💡 Ordering Note

First take small servings of lamb and mixed-vegetable stew, fragrant braised beef shank, and lamb pizza with a little saffron rice. Add favorites in the second round. Yogurt sauce, desserts, and tea have their own spice characters, so save room for the full experience.

  • Location:2F, No. 618, Bade Road, Section Four; about 5 minutes from Exit 2 of Songshan Station (松山站).
  • Type:Iranian Persian food, halal dining, and an international buffet.
  • Features:Try lamb stew, beef stew, grilled meats, saffron rice, and Middle Eastern desserts in one visit.
  • Best for:Spice lovers, groups, and adventurous diners; those who prefer familiar flavors should start with small servings.

📌 Editor's Summary

一千零一夜廚房 relies on more than novelty, bringing Persian spices, braising, and grilling to the table with substance. Meat, rice, noodles, soup, and desserts offer broad choices for a serious Middle Eastern experience. Diners used to Taiwanese or Japanese buffets will find it a distinctly different and worthwhile stop.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

Google rating & reviews

4.5
★ 4.5 · 2,046 Google reviews
PEOPLE SAY

What visitors say

Member check-in notes · nearby location verified
2026/07/23 Location verified 阿宏

菜色從肉類、飯麵到甜點都有,很適合第一次嘗試中東料理。

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STORE INFORMATION

Store information

Address
105台灣臺北市松山區慈祐里八德路四段618號2F
Opening hours
Monday: 11:30 – 14:15, 17:30 – 21:15
Tuesday: 11:30 – 14:15, 17:30 – 21:15
Wednesday: 11:30 – 14:15, 17:30 – 21:15
Thursday: 11:30 – 14:15, 17:30 – 21:15
Friday: 11:30 – 14:15, 17:30 – 21:15
Saturday: 11:30 – 15:15, 17:30 – 21:15
Sunday: 11:30 – 15:15, 17:30 – 21:15
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GETTING THERE

From the MRT station to the store

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松山站 · Songshan
Exit 2 · about 4 min walk · about 259 m
Also convenient
Exit 1 Another exit at the same station
about 5 min walk · about 337 m
Walking About 4 min from Exit 2 · about 259 m
Distance and time are straight-line estimates. The actual walk may vary because of crossings, underground passages, or footbridges.
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