Chuan Yan Live Crab is a Chinese Cuisine restaurant in 澎湖縣, rated around 4, price level $$$. This page gathers its chef philosophy, signature experience, ambiance and practical reservation info, plus similar fine-dining spots nearby, to help you decide if it fits and how to book.
About
Located in Penghu County near Sheraton Hsinchu Hotel, Chuan Yan Live Crab specializes in live king crab with a fusion of Hong Kong and Japanese cuisine, featuring imported Japanese live crabs.
Cuisine Highlights
Signature live king crab three ways (hot pot, crab roe toast, grilled legs), plus hairy crab, snow crab, Boston lobster, and Japanese sashimi/grilled items. Set meals from NT$8,000.
Ambiance
The restaurant features a modern, minimalist decor with live crab tanks, a relaxed atmosphere for gatherings, and paid parking across the street.
Occasions
Ideal for family dinners, business banquets, and seafood enthusiasts.
- Hours
- 11:00-14:30, 17:00-22:00
- Signature Dishes
- Live King Crab Three Ways (Hot Pot / Crab Roe Hars Bread / Grilled Crab Legs) (活帝王蟹三吃 (火鍋/蟹膏哈絲面包/炙烤蟹腳)) · Hairy Crab (毛蟹) · Snow Crab (松葉蟹) · Boston Lobster (波士頓龍蝦) · Japanese-style Sashimi / Grilled (日式刺身/燒烤)
- Chef
- Chuan Yan Live Crab Head Chef (川筵活蟹主廚)
- Price/Person
- Set meal NT$8,000/10 people / King Crab table NT$10,000-18,000
- Reservation
- Phone 03-657-7979
- Cuisine
- Live King Crab / Hong Kong-style Japanese fusion (活帝王蟹/港式日式融合)
- Notable
- Near Sheraton Hsinchu Hotel, live king crab imported from Japan, paid parking lot across from the restaurant
Curation Context
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Rating tier
★ 4 / 5 — Highly Recommended · 澎湖 · Chinese
Last updated
2026-05-26
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FAQ
How much does Chuan Yan Live Crab cost per person?
Per-person price at Chuan Yan Live Crab is around Set meal NT$8,000/10 people / King Crab table NT$10,000-18,000.
How do I reserve a table at Chuan Yan Live Crab?
Phone 03-657-7979
What are the opening hours of Chuan Yan Live Crab?
11:00-14:30, 17:00-22:00
What are the signature dishes at Chuan Yan Live Crab?
Signature dishes include: Live King Crab Three Ways (Hot Pot / Crab Roe Hars Bread / Grilled Crab Legs) (活帝王蟹三吃 (火鍋/蟹膏哈絲面包/炙烤蟹腳)) / Hairy Crab (毛蟹) / Snow Crab (松葉蟹) / Boston Lobster (波士頓龍蝦) / Japanese-style Sashimi / Grilled (日式刺身/燒烤).
Who is the chef at Chuan Yan Live Crab?
Chef: Chuan Yan Live Crab Head Chef (川筵活蟹主廚).