Taiwan is experiencing increasing prices for dining out, impacting everything from coffee and lunch boxes to restaurant meals. The trend is illustrated by price increases at popular establishments like Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐) and Hu Shu Zhang (鬍鬚張), traditionally affordable options. This reflects a broader inflationary pressure affecting the entire food industry in Taiwan. Rising costs of ingredients, labor, and rent are cited as key drivers, forcing businesses to pass expenses onto consumers. The article suggests this inflation isn’t limited to fine dining, but extends to everyday meals and street food. Consumers are feeling the pinch as eating out becomes increasingly expensive across Taiwan.