Your Keelung Cafe Guide
Coffee shop lovers, if you’re looking for the ideal place to sip a creamy latte on a rainy day, this article is for you. Keelung has a wide range of coffee shops, and the quest for the perfect one can quickly feel overwhelming. Some of you might prefer to wander through the city and trust your instincts to find the right spot, while others already have a book in hand, ready to jump on the first recommendation—as long as the place is cozy and cute.
I tried a few cafés to help you find the one for your vibe. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful place to read, work, or simply watch the rain fall as the city moves around you, there’s a spot in Keelung waiting for you.
After5
For a minimalist and modern vibe
A modern coffee shop nestled on a hill. As soon as you enter, you will find a peaceful and elegant atmosphere. The café spreads over two levels and large floor-to-ceiling windows fill the minimalist space with natural light, offering a beautiful view —especially on rainy days. This calm and cozy café is an inviting place to unwind. This spot offers a wide variety of coffees and drinks. Fresh pastries are made on site.
📍 After5, Keelung City, Xinyi District, 義六路67巷1號
🕘 Everyday from 9am to 6pm
✅ Plant-based milk
🚽 Yes
➕ stairs to access, not easily accessible for disabled people
Dreamers Coffee Roasters
For the workaholics and the art lovers
Dreamers Coffee Roasters is a Taiwanese coffee brand located in the Keelung Museum of Art, making it the perfect stop after visiting an exhibition. Set in the heart of the city center, the café is open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and features power sockets at every table, ideal for working at any time of day—though it can get a bit noisy at peak hours. With its refined interior, the space feels clean and modern. The menu offers a wide range of plant-based meals, an impressive selection of pastries, and a particularly delicious cinnamon roll.
📍 Dreamers Coffee Roasters, Keelung City, Zhongzheng District, Xinyi Rd, 181號義一路側門入口1樓
🕘 Everyday from 7am to 9pm
✅ Plant-based milk
🚽 Yes, inside the museum (2F)
Cattown
For cat lovers
This small and cozy café feels instantly welcoming, made even more special by its two big and lovely cats. With no power sockets, it naturally invites visitors to slow down and unplug, making it the perfect place to relax with a book and a cat on your lap. The atmosphere is calm and pleasant, the owner is warm and friendly, and there is clear attention to detail in both preparation and presentation. The drinks are carefully crafted and genuinely delicious.
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📍 Cattown Keelung City, Zhongzheng District, Xinyi Rd, 181號義一路側門入口1樓
🕘 9:30 to 18:30 (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri), 10:30 to 18:00 (Sat, Sun), Closed on Tuesdays
✅ Plant-based milk
🚽 ?
Senki Coffee
For the harbor vibe
This café offers a beautiful view over the harbor, with the iconic Keelung sign visible on the mountain and eagles occasionally flying by. The beverage menu is interesting and is complemented by a nice selection of tasty mille crepes cakes. It can get crowded at times, which may mean a bit of waiting, but the scenery makes it worth it. For a quieter experience, another Senki Coffee location in the city center offers a more cozy and intimate atmosphere.
📍 Senki Coffee, Keelung City, Zhongzheng District, Zhongzheng Rd, 3號2F-候船室AREA-A基隆好食城2樓
🕘 Everyday from 11:00 to 19:30
❓ Plant-based milk
🚽 Yes
I hope this coffee shop selection helps you find the place you’re looking for. Enjoy your tea or coffee time in Keelung, and feel free to leave a comment to let me know which cafés you tried and how you liked them!
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