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Illustrative Jing Wo Snack Shop, located in Qinbi Village on Beigan, is the most representative old-wine vermicelli snack shop. The hair-thin vermicelli melts in the mouth with rich old-wine aroma and pronounced acidity, the alcohol and wine notes intertwining for an unforgettable aftertaste. Though uniquely flavored, it should be savored slowly to avoid getting tipsy. The small, warm shop often has queues of diners, testament to its popularity. For travelers who love sea views and traditional Matsu flavors, Jing Wo is not only the best place to taste old-wine vermicelli but also a window into Beigan local culture.
Illustrative Yi Xiang Meng Snack Shop is a small accommodation and food business in Lienchiang County, classified as a start-up or micro-enterprise with capital of NT$100,000, operating for about 35 years. While specific menu or hours are not available, as a combined local snack and accommodation venue, it is suitable for travelers wanting to experience authentic Lienchiang local life.
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Illustrative Little Wooden House BBQ, located in Lienchiang County, is a popular gathering and seafood barbecue restaurant. The shop offers self-service charcoal-grilled seafood, hot stir-fry snacks, and karaoke equipment, ideal for company dinners of 10+ people or birthday celebrations. Operating hours are 5 PM to 11 PM, with advance phone reservation required (0933-934-794).
Illustrative Riguang Chunhe Matsu Food & Travel Co., Ltd., located in Lienchiang County, is a popular queue-style food business specializing in authentic Matsu cuisine. While original data lacks specific menu, prices or hours, it is presumed to focus on Matsu traditional snacks and seafood dishes — ideal for travelers seeking local flavors.
Illustrative Zhaolu Noodle (also called Xie Mian Lo) is located in Dongyin Township, Lienchiang County, a famous noodle shop known for its aged sorghum beef noodle soup featuring local kaoliang liquor. The signature clear-broth beef noodle has tender meat and rich wine aroma, alongside red-yeast wontons, red-yeast fish balls, Juxing chicken chops and other Matsu specialties. At affordable average spend of NT$160-170, it is beloved by locals and tourists — an unmissable food experience on Dongyin Island.
Illustrative Pizza King, located at Magang Tourist Night Market on Nangan, is the only pizza shop on the island and a hub for local food. Despite its name, the most popular dish is old wine vermicelli, paired with red-yeast chicken skewers, red-yeast fried rice, mussels and other Matsu specialties. Seating is limited with frequent queues, hours mainly for lunch and dinner, closing at 8 PM with no fixed holiday closure. Old wine vermicelli is about NT$120, with other dishes priced slightly higher — an unmissable local snack on Nangan.
Illustrative Jinsha Bistro, located in the Jinsha Village settlement on Nangan, offers cuisine combining Matsu old-wine flavors with fresh seafood. Signature dishes include spicy boiled fish, old wine vermicelli, red-yeast fried rice, and stir-fried mussels — mainly seafood stir-fries with numbing-not-spicy flavors beloved by tourists and locals. Seating is limited, often requiring queues or advance reservation, suitable for couples, families, and friends. The stone-house atmosphere with painted walls complements the seaside scenery — an unmissable food stop on Nangan itineraries.
Illustrative Yuanxing Grocery Store, located at No. 52, Baisha Village, Beigan Township, Lienchiang County, is a traditional grocery shop frequented by locals and tourists, also offering simple food and beverage service with local snacks and drinks — a quick resupply and flavor-tasting stop for travelers exploring the offshore islands.