Quick Facts
Delivery Apps in Taiwan
Uber Eats
Best for TouristsUber Eats is the most tourist-friendly delivery app in Taiwan. It accepts international credit cards, offers an English interface, and provides excellent coverage across Taipei and other major cities. If you already have an Uber account, you can start ordering immediately without any additional setup.
Foodpanda
Very PopularFoodpanda is extremely popular in Taiwan and competes directly with Uber Eats for market dominance. It accepts international credit cards and has partial English support. The app often has more local restaurant options and runs frequent promotions. A great second option for tourists, especially for Taiwanese-style food.
LINE TODAY Delivery
Growing PlatformLINE TODAY Delivery operates within Taiwan's dominant messaging app, LINE. While it's growing rapidly and has interesting local restaurant partnerships, the interface is entirely in Chinese with no English option. Requires a LINE account and local payment methods. Not recommended for tourists unless you read Chinese.
Grocery Delivery in Taiwan
Taiwan has a growing grocery delivery ecosystem. While convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) are everywhere and often negate the need for grocery delivery, these services are useful for larger orders or when you want items delivered to your accommodation.
PXMart Online
Taiwan's largest supermarket chain with an online ordering platform. Wide selection of local and imported goods. Delivery available in major cities. Chinese-only interface.
Carrefour Delivery
The French hypermarket chain has a strong presence in Taiwan. Online ordering with home delivery. Good selection of international products that tourists may recognize.
Uber Eats Grocery
Uber Eats has a grocery section within its main app, partnering with local convenience stores and supermarkets. Accepts foreign cards. English interface available.
Foodpanda Shops
Foodpanda's grocery and convenience store delivery section. Quick delivery from partner stores including 7-Eleven and FamilyMart. Good option for last-minute needs.
Tourist Reality Check
Taiwan is Fairly Tourist-Friendly
Good news for travelers: Taiwan is one of the easier Asian countries for food delivery. Both Uber Eats and Foodpanda accept foreign credit cards and have at least partial English support. Taipei has excellent coverage, and even smaller cities like Kaohsiung, Taichung, and Tainan have good availability. You won't struggle to get food delivered here.
Night Markets vs. Delivery
Taiwan's night markets are a massive part of food culture. While some night market vendors appear on delivery apps, most stalls are dine-in or takeaway only. Night markets like Shilin, Raohe, and Ningxia offer incredible street food experiences that delivery simply cannot replicate. Use delivery for convenience, but don't miss the night markets.
Convenience Stores Are Everywhere
Taiwan has one of the highest densities of convenience stores in the world. 7-Eleven and FamilyMart are on virtually every block and offer hot meals, bento boxes, drinks, and snacks 24/7. For quick, affordable food, convenience stores are often a better option than delivery. They also accept foreign credit cards.
Menu Language Barrier
While Uber Eats and Foodpanda have English app interfaces, most restaurant menus and item descriptions are in Chinese (Traditional). Some popular restaurants include photos which help, but be prepared to use Google Translate for menu items. Restaurant names are often in Chinese characters only.
Tipping in Taiwan
No tipping culture. Taiwan does not have a tipping culture for food delivery. Delivery drivers do not expect tips, and there is no social pressure to tip. Some apps may have a tipping option in the interface, but it is entirely optional and not part of local custom. Simply pay the listed price and enjoy your food.
Hotel Delivery Tips
Hotels generally allow lobby delivery. Most hotels in Taiwan are accustomed to food delivery and will allow drivers to leave orders at the reception or lobby. When ordering, use the hotel's full address in Chinese if possible. Taiwan's address system can be confusing for drivers — consider adding nearby landmarks, cross streets, or the hotel's Chinese name in your delivery notes. If staying in an Airbnb, provide the building number and floor clearly.
Taiwan Download Pack
Get Ready Before You Land
Download all the apps you need for Taiwan before your flight. Our Taiwan Download Pack includes direct links for iOS and Android, step-by-step setup instructions, and first-order tips.
- Uber Eats — iOS & Android download links
- Foodpanda — iOS & Android download links
- Payment setup walkthrough
- First-order promo tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Uber Eats Taiwan accepts international Visa and Mastercard credit cards. It is the most tourist-friendly food delivery app in Taiwan with English interface support and no requirement for a local payment method. Simply download the app, sign in with your existing Uber account, and add your foreign card. Apple Pay and Google Pay are also supported if linked to an international card.
Uber Eats is the best food delivery app for tourists in Taipei. It accepts foreign credit cards, has an English interface, and has excellent restaurant coverage across the city including Da'an, Xinyi, Zhongshan, and other popular districts. Foodpanda is a strong second choice and also accepts international cards. Both apps cover Taipei extensively with thousands of restaurant options.
Foodpanda Taiwan has a partial English interface. The app navigation, ordering process, and main features are available in English. However, restaurant names, menu items, and descriptions are typically displayed in Chinese (Traditional). You can use your phone's built-in translation feature or Google Translate's camera mode to help read Chinese menu items.
Taiwan has three main food delivery apps: Uber Eats (best for tourists, accepts foreign cards, English available), Foodpanda (very popular, accepts foreign cards, partial English), and LINE TODAY Delivery (growing platform, Chinese-only, requires LINE account). For tourists, Uber Eats and Foodpanda are the recommended options. Both offer wide coverage across Taipei, Kaohsiung, Taichung, Tainan, and other cities.
Some night market vendors are listed on Uber Eats and Foodpanda, but most night market stalls are walk-up only and do not offer delivery. Night markets are a cornerstone of Taiwanese food culture and are best experienced in person. That said, many restaurants located near night market areas do offer delivery through the apps. For the authentic night market experience, visit in person.
A Taiwan phone number is helpful but not always required. If you already have an Uber Eats account with an international number, it should work in Taiwan. Foodpanda may require SMS verification with a local number. Getting a prepaid Taiwan SIM card at Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is easy and affordable — carriers like Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, and FarEasTone offer tourist SIM packages starting around 300 TWD. An eSIM is also a great option.