Eat Recommendations
Late-night ramen, market kushikatsu, century-old shops — eating is the fastest way to travel.
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![[Illustrative] Xiao Er Braised Pork Rice](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-6d7d7f5786ee/hero.webp)
Illustrative Xiao Er Braised Pork Rice near Datong North Road in Sanchong District is a beloved affordable braised pork rice shop that regularly draws queues. The signature glossy, melt-in-your-mouth braised pork over rice is paired with springy shrimp soup and a variety of sides including braised cabbage, fried tofu, and bamboo shoots for a complete street-food experience. Open 11:00-21:30, a single bowl costs just NT$30, with a large upgrade only NT$5 more. Recognized by the Michelin Bib Gourmand with a 4.1-star rating, it's a Sanchong must-visit for authentic local flavor at unbeatable prices.
![[Illustrative] Wang's Pig Blood Cake & Chicken Rice Original](/api/images/entities/pingtung-tw-117be782f16c/hero.webp)
Illustrative Wangshi Lu Mi Xue Jirou Fan is a Pingtung City night-market stall founded in 1947 and counted among the city's longest-running snack shops. The signature chicken rice combines hand-made pork-blood cake, soft and chewy rice, and finely shredded chicken, finished with crispy fried shallots for a clean, light flavor rather than oily richness. The stall also serves cold-tossed duck intestine, sliced duck plates, angelica duck soup, and duck noodles, letting customers sample several local flavors in one meal. Prices are friendly, with a full meal coming in around 100 NT dollars.
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![[Illustrative] Dong Family Meatballs](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-019b8c5227ad/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Dong Family Meatballs
Dong Jia Ba Wan is a heritage snack shop in Shui Li Township, Nantou County, founded in 1954 and operating for more than seventy years. The family runs three branches led by three brothers, and the second brother's shop at No. 342 Min Zu Road is the most celebrated, known for tender and springy ba wan skins, crisp bamboo shoots, lean pork fillings, and a heritage house sauce with a clean, pure flavor. Each ba wan costs around NT$40, and the shop offers complimentary pork bone broth so diners can taste the skin first, then add broth for a satisfying dual texture experience. Lines are common thanks to stellar word of mouth, making it a must-eat stop when visiting Shui Li.
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![[Illustrative] Zhi Rice Ball](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-03581aa07160/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Zhi Rice Ball
Zhi Fan Tuan on Zhong Xiao Road in Pu Li Township, Nantou County, specializes in Japanese Okinawa-style hand-pressed rice balls blended with Taiwanese creative flavors. The minimalist, spotless open kitchen lets customers watch each rice ball being formed by hand. Signature items include water bamboo tempura onigiri, fried shrimp onigiri, and an oversized fried pork cutlet onigiri, all with varied flavors and generous portions. Prices range from NT$55 to NT$95 per ball, with mostly takeaway and limited indoor seating, perfect for brunch or quick check-ins. The shop's design uses rice, mountain, and sun motifs to create an indie literary vibe that draws travelers and locals alike.
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![[Illustrative] Jindu Restaurant](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-90f628ee2ed2/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Jindu Restaurant
Jin Du Restaurant in Pu Li Township, Nantou County, has operated for more than thirty years and consistently champions seasonal local ingredients to craft state banquet-level Taiwanese cuisine and inventive Chinese dishes. The dining room is spacious with comfortable table spacing for small families or large gatherings, and a large parking lot makes self-driving easy. Their signature set menu centers on NT$4,500 with abundant courses and generous portions, spanning cold appetizers, fresh shrimp, three-delicacy duck, mushroom hotpot, crisp stir-fried vegetables, and fresh fruit, all characterized by low oiliness and rice-friendly flavors. Jin Du blends creative Taiwanese cooking with traditional state banquet elegance, making it a top gathering spot in the Pu Li area.
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![[Illustrative] Sandai Fuzhou Noodles](/api/images/entities/taichung-tw-2c093f150959/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Sandai Fuzhou Noodles
Three-Generations Fu-zhou Yi-noodle, at No. 1-7, Section 2, San-min Road in Taichung's Central District, has served customers for eighty years and is now run by the fifth generation. Signatures include Fu-zhou dry yi-noodles, handmade wontons, and a mixed fish-ball soup; the wide, springy noodles are dressed in meat sauce, with a rich, savory fish-ball broth on the side. Prices are friendly - single dishes hover around TWD 100, with set menus available. The unique flavors and steady popularity mean queues are common. Items are also sold individually so guests can take ingredients home to cook. Whether you are after an old-school Taichung snack or authentic Fu-zhou noodle fare, this is a destination not to be missed.
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![[Illustrative] Buhuo Bistro](/api/images/entities/taichung-tw-fd6c97e51dcd/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Buhuo Bistro
Bu-huo Bistro at No. 165, Wu-quan 5th Street in Taichung's West District is a small bistro themed around Taiwanese tapas. The space is intimate but full of creative design - rainbow neon murals and jellyfish lamps set a relaxed and playful mood. The signature dish is Taiwanese-style omurice with stir-fried water spinach - fresh, savory, and widely praised - complemented by light alcoholic drinks and freshly pressed juices. With light meals priced around TWD 600, it is a great pick for diners eager to try creative Taiwanese fare in an easygoing bar atmosphere.
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![[Illustrative] Zhongfei Coffee](/api/images/entities/taichung-tw-ec5c090adfc8/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Zhongfei Coffee
Zhong-fei Coffee (also called Zhong-fei Hang) at No. 46, Si-wei Street in Taichung's West District is a decades-old cafe that has been serving for more than forty years. The shop is known for European retro decor and nostalgic wood interiors, offering rich coffee, float iced tea, fresh fruit tea, plus simple meals, sandwiches, and other breakfast and light bites beloved by regulars and travelers alike. Average spending is around TWD 300 - a fine choice for visitors who want to experience Taichung's old-school cafe culture and a leisurely morning.
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