Eat Recommendations
Late-night ramen, market kushikatsu, century-old shops — eating is the fastest way to travel.
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Illustrative Dong Jia San Xiong Di Ba Wan is a Shui Li, Nantou institution with more than seventy years of history, famous for freshly handmade ba wan dumplings paired with complimentary pork bone broth. The small shop has only about twenty four seats and frequently sees queues, with weekday hours roughly 2 pm to 6 pm and holiday closures often triggered by early sellouts. The dumpling skin is translucent, glossy, and springy, the filling juicy, and the house chili and numbing spicy sauces can also be dipped directly in the bone broth. Beloved by locals and tourists alike, it is a Shui Li must try snack.
Illustrative Ya-Mi Buffet in Kinmen County's JinCheng Township is a Chinese-style buffet. The doors open at 11 AM, with the spread rotating through a wide range of dishes - the affordable crispy fried chicken steak is a particular highlight. The dining room is kept clean, prices are wallet-friendly and the food quality has earned positive feedback online with an average rating of about 3.7 stars. A great pick for travellers who want to sample many Chinese dishes in one sitting without spending much.
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Illustrative →Wagyu Shabu Japanese Hotpot Buffet Banqiao Wenhua
Wagyu Shabu Japanese Hot Pot All-You-Can-Eat, Banqiao Culture Branch at No. 280, Sec. 1, Culture Road, 2F, Banqiao District, is a premium wagyu-focused buffet hot pot restaurant. It serves Australian A5 wagyu, Angus beef, and other premium cuts, alongside creative dishes like seared wagyu sushi and wagyu black curry — three wagyu experiences in one meal. The self-service bar offers over 70 kinds of vegetables, seafood, and sauces with fresh ingredients and abundant choices at excellent value. A 3-minute walk from MRT Xinpu Station Exit 2, with parking also available. Average spending is about NT$1,920, suitable for gatherings, families, and friend dinners.
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Illustrative →Handsome Goose Meat Shop
Handsome Goose Meat Shop at No. 12, Lane 76, Fuhe Road, Yonghe District hides inside the Zhulin Road market alleys and is a beloved local goose eatery. Signature dishes include minced goose over rice, smoked goose legs, and goose intestine soup, with a limited daily portion of free goose broth. The tender, generously portioned meat draws a loyal following of gourmands and tourists, often resulting in queues. Arrive late and you might miss the best dishes. The no-frills setting is perfect for a quick taste of authentic goose.
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Illustrative →Xiao Er Braised Pork Rice
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.
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Illustrative →Shi Ti Tian Japanese Souffle Specialty
Shititian Japanese Soufflé Specialty Shop at No. 2, Alley 10, Lane 202, Minquan Road, Banqiao District is a wallet-friendly dessert café specializing in Japanese-style soufflé pancakes. Flavors include taro, matcha, crème brûlée, roasted flour tea, and tiramisu, starting at NT$99 with an average spend of about NT$270. The soufflés are cloud-soft and jiggly, with sauces cascading like a waterfall, winning rave reviews from customers. A short walk from Banqiao Station, phone reservations (02-2271-1203) are recommended to avoid queuing.
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Illustrative →Youmuli Country Chicken Restaurant
Youmuli Country Chicken Restaurant in Sanxia District's Youmuli area is a hidden mountain gem treasured by locals and hikers. The restaurant specializes in fresh mountain produce and free-range chicken dishes — its signature poached chicken is tender and sweet, paired with seasonal mountain vegetables like wild daylily and makino bamboo shoots for an authentic taste of the forest. Free parking is provided, and it's only a few minutes' walk from the Manyueyuan National Forest Recreation Area trails, making it perfect for post-hike refueling or family gatherings. Open 11:00-19:00 with an average spend of about NT$450.
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Illustrative →Qiqi Stone Hotpot
Qiqi Stone Hot Pot at No. 77, Chang'an Street, Luzhou District is an all-you-can-eat stone pot restaurant. Diners enjoy over 20 types of hot pot ingredients, seven kinds of freshly sliced meats (beef, pork, lamb, chicken, etc.), plus vegetables, noodles, gyudon rice, a drinks bar, and ice cream — all unlimited. Prices start at NT$369, with weekday lunches and pre-4 PM visits offering the best value; premium seafood and wagyu packages are available at higher tiers. Seating is limited, so online reservations are recommended. QR code ordering is available for convenience.
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