FAQ
What is plantarium?
plantarium is a sustainability-focused concept space in Taipei’s Xinyi District, built around the spirit of “Do Good Together”. Under one roof you’ll find plant-based dining, sustainable living, reading and event spaces — including VEGANala vegetarian restaurant, VEGANala Sourdough Bakery, VEGESCHOOL, Noémi future supermarket, Jing Si Books & Café, and a Taipei Public Library service station. Come spend a slow afternoon with us 🌱
Where is plantarium and when is it open?
You’ll find us at B1, No. 327, Songlong Road, Xinyi District, Taipei. We’re open daily 10:00–20:00, and closed on the last Monday of each month — feel free to double-check before you visit 🙂
How do I get there?
Take the MRT Songshan–Xindian (Green) Line to Songshan Station, leave via Exit 4A and walk toward Wufenpu — you’ll soon see the Fo Guang Shan Building, and plantarium is on B1 🙂 If you’re visiting with a stroller or need step-free access, take Elevator 1 or 2 from the ground-floor lobby.
Is there parking nearby?
The closest car park is the Songshan Station underground parking lot — just a few minutes’ walk away 🙂
What are VEGANala’s prices and dining hours?
VEGANala serves lunch and afternoon tea. Weekdays (Mon–Fri): lunch NT$399 (no time limit), afternoon tea NT$359. Weekends and national holidays: lunch NT$420 (90-minute seating), afternoon tea NT$379. Lunch runs 11:30–14:00 on weekdays and 11:00–14:15 on weekends; afternoon tea 14:30–17:00. Closed on the last Monday of each month.
Do I need a reservation at VEGANala?
To save you waiting, we recommend booking ahead 🙂 Call (02) 2558-7973, or book online — it’s the easiest way.
Book a Table at VEGANalaCan I bring meat into plantarium?
The entire plantarium building is a plant-based space, serving delicious vegetarian food throughout. We warmly invite you to leave meat products (including food deliveries) outside and enjoy a fully plant-based day with us 🌱
What are the opening hours of the other brands?
VEGANala Sourdough Bakery: Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, (02) 2756-5196
Noémi Future Supermarket: daily 10:00–20:00, (02) 2756-6938
Jing Si Books & Café (coffee & light bites): daily 10:00–20:00, (02) 2756-8613
Taipei Public Library service station: Sun–Mon 10:00–17:00, Tue–Sat 10:00–19:30 (closed the first Thursday of each month and on national holidays)
How much does it cost to rent a venue at plantarium?
Two spaces are available: the Meeting Room (approx. 20–40 people) at NT$2,600 for the morning session (09:00–12:00) and NT$3,900 for the afternoon (13:00–18:00), and the Event Space (approx. 60–180 people) at NT$5,400 / NT$9,000. We host meetings, forums, talks, markets and charity exhibitions; as the whole building is plant-based, please keep event content meat-free. For anything else, we’d love to hear from you 🙂
Book a Venue OnlineIs plantarium pet-friendly?
Yes, plantarium is pet-friendly 🌱 To keep everyone comfortable, please keep your furry friends in a carrier or stroller; guide dogs are of course welcome to walk alongside you.
Are there family facilities?
Yes 🙂 We have a nursing room, plus an all-gender accessible restroom with a changing table — visiting with your little one is easy and comfortable.
Is WiFi available?
WiFi is available when dining at VEGANala or relaxing at Jing Si Books & Café — just ask our team on site. The building’s main WiFi is reserved for venue-rental groups.