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![[Illustrative] Kerou Stone Hotpot Chiayi Xingjia 2nd Gen](/api/images/entities/chiayi-c-tw-e192fa922ca0/hero.webp)
Illustrative Ke-rou Stone Pot Chiayi (Xing-jia 2nd-generation branch) at No. 504 Xing-ye West Road, Chiayi West District, is a hotpot shop built around a self-serve all-you-can-eat bar. Nearly a hundred ingredients include vegetables, hotpot items, rice and noodles, sauces, slushies, and ice cream for guests to mix and match. Set meals start at NT$398, average spend around NT$511, with a NT$30 per-table cleaning fee added. Hours run from noon to 2 a.m., great for late-night gatherings. The space is roomy with convenient parking, popular with locals and tourists alike.
![[Illustrative] Kerou Stone Pot Chiayi Xingjia](/api/images/entities/chiayi-tw-e192fa922ca0/hero.webp)
Illustrative Ke Rou Stone Pot's Xing-jia second-gen branch at No. 504 Xing-ye West Road, West District, runs a hot pot buffet stocked with nearly 100 ingredients - meats, vegetables, sauces, rice and noodles, and desserts - sourced fresh and varied. Broths lean on sesame oil and Brazil mushroom bases, suiting fans of自助 pots. Hours stretch from midday to 2 a.m., with set meals starting at NT$398 and an average check of about NT$511. The roomy interior and easy parking make it a solid pick for group dinners or late-night feasts.
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![[Illustrative] Xinshi Night Market](/api/images/entities/tainan-tw-2a79766426e6/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Xinshi Night Market
Xinshi Night Market is located on Huaxing Street in Xinshi District, Tainan, operating only on Sundays, making it a must-visit weekend destination for locals and visitors. Despite operating just one day a week, the variety of stalls is remarkably diverse—from classic crispy fried chicken, fried rice cakes, and tofu pudding to seafood congee and beef soup—catering to every palate. The atmosphere is bustling yet warm, with enthusiastic vendors calling out from both sides of the street beneath twinkling lights, evoking a strong sense of traditional night market culture. Many stalls are famous for signature local dishes, drawing long queues, and the limited operating day makes it the social highlight of the week for Xinshi residents.
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![[Illustrative] Xinying Zhonghua Road Night Market](/api/images/entities/tainan-tw-c16017b771f9/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Xinying Zhonghua Road Night Market
Xinying Zhonghua Road Night Market is located in Xinying District, Tainan. Though it only operates on Saturdays, the market attracts many visitors with its wide variety of snacks and energetic vibe. Dozens of stalls serve crowd favorites such as oyster omelets, fried chicken cutlets, braised snacks, meatball rice cakes, and tofu pudding, with prices ranging from NT$30 to NT$200. Whether on a tight budget or ready to splurge, everyone can enjoy authentic local flavors. The lively atmosphere—vendors chatting with customers, the aroma of traditional snacks wafting through the air—creates a quintessential Tainan night market experience.
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![[Illustrative] Xinjin Night Market](/api/images/entities/tainan-tw-a68c90591dbb/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Xinjin Night Market
Xinjin Night Market is located on Section 2 of Xinjin Road in Xinying District, Tainan, operating on Thursdays and Sundays. Though modest in scale, the market offers a wide variety of stalls—from grilled squid and crispy fried chicken to creative snacks—satisfying diverse tastes. The atmosphere is rich with community spirit: friendly vendors, cheerful customers, and a setting that feels tailor-made for weekend gatherings with friends. As night falls, twinkling lights and mouthwatering aromas make it hard to leave without staying for a bite.
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![[Illustrative] Dongshan Night Market](/api/images/entities/tainan-tw-99b838e02d2c/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Dongshan Night Market
Dongshan Night Market is located in front of Bixuan Temple in Dongshan District, Tainan, open on Thursdays. Despite limited operating hours, the market draws visitors with its lively street atmosphere and diverse snack selection. Highlight dishes include the famous Dongshan duck heads, meatball rice cakes, oyster omelets, grilled meats, takoyaki, and signature squid—all made with fresh ingredients at affordable prices. Stalls are neatly arranged beneath lights and music, creating a bustling yet welcoming night market vibe perfect for travelers who love authentic Tainan flavors and nighttime snacking.
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![[Illustrative] Guoyihou Night Market](/api/images/entities/tainan-tw-2b20f5bf6022/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Guoyihou Night Market
Guoyihou Night Market is located in Liuying District, Tainan, serving as a gathering spot for local residents and visitors seeking evening snacks and street stalls. Although online information is limited, the market is confirmed to be held in Liuying District and focuses primarily on local snacks. Specific operating hours and detailed food offerings remain to be further documented.
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![[Illustrative] Liuying Night Market](/api/images/entities/tainan-tw-03e4b45333c0/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Liuying Night Market
Liuying Night Market is located on Chenggong Street in Liuying District, Tainan, primarily operating on Thursdays. The market brings together local snacks and creative dishes, from traditional crispy fried chicken and oyster omelets to Liuying specialties like Qilin fresh milk tofu pudding and the unbranded 'dew chicken.' Both locals and tourists love these offerings. The lively, densely packed stalls offer budget-friendly prices, making it popular with families and young adults for an evening stroll. Conveniently located near Liuying Train Station with parking nearby, it is an excellent spot to experience local lifestyle and cuisine.
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