Eat Recommendations
Late-night ramen, market kushikatsu, century-old shops — eating is the fastest way to travel.
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![[Illustrative] Dong Family Three Brothers Meatballs](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-2b749a34329b/hero.webp)
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] Yami Buffet](/api/images/entities/kinmen-tw-3f8e393c9ff0/hero.webp)
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] Ye Family Herbal Pork Ribs](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-7be98f8087a9/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Ye Family Herbal Pork Ribs
Ye Jia Herbal Rib Soup is a popular late-night snack spot in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, renowned for its herbal rib soup, herbal spare ribs, and angelica lamb soup. The broth is simmered with traditional Chinese herbs like angelica, ligusticum, and goji berries — rich in flavor yet not overly salty or greasy. A Michelin Bib Gourmand recommendation, this beloved local favorite often has long queues. Dine-in guests enjoy unlimited free soup refills, making it ideal for travelers wanting to experience authentic Taiwanese herbal cuisine and midnight dining culture.
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![[Illustrative] A-Cheng Goose Meat](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-6439625cd1be/hero.webp)
Illustrative →A-Cheng Goose Meat
A Cheng Goose Meat is a time-honored goose specialty shop in Tucheng District, New Taipei City, with over 30 years of history. The restaurant uses freshly slaughtered 90-day Yunlin geese, offering both boiled and smoked preparations paired with house-made sweet goose sauce and chili goose oil. Known for consistent quality and tender meat, it has earned Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition for consecutive years and accumulated over 6,000 Google reviews. Expect queues, but it's a must-visit for both locals and tourists seeking top-quality goose dishes.
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![[Illustrative] A-Zhong Beef Noodles](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-866d78b5f777/hero.webp)
Illustrative →A-Zhong Beef Noodles
A Zhong Beef Noodle Soup is located at No. 82, Min'an West Road, Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City, and has been a local favorite for over 30 years. The shop specializes in braised and clear-broth beef noodle soups, with broth simmered for hours from pure beef bones, featuring generous, melt-in-your-mouth beef chunks. Their handmade dumplings are also beloved. Known for large portions and great value, expect queues during peak hours. Open daily 11:00–22:00 (until 21:00 on Sundays), closed Tuesdays. Phone: 02-8201-9898 for takeout orders.
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![[Illustrative] Aba's Taro Balls](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-96a85cf37789/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Aba's Taro Balls
A Ba's Taro Balls is a must-visit taro dessert shop located in Lehua Night Market, Yonghe District, New Taipei City. The signature 'Taro Meets Sugarcane Ice' combines crispy sugarcane ice chips, creamy taro paste, and chewy taro balls with toppings like red bean and barley, creating rich layers of texture and flavor. Recognized by Michelin Bib Gourmand, this popular stall often has queues, though waits are typically short — perfect for travelers eager to try creative local ice desserts.
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![[Illustrative] Hidden Residence Izakaya](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-7e5ad8995b56/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Hidden Residence Izakaya
Yin Ju Izakaya is tucked away in an alley next to Fuzhong MRT station at No. 30-1, Dongmen Street, Banqiao District, New Taipei City. Despite its low profile, this Japanese-style pub is wildly popular, serving a wide variety of Japanese dishes and skewers including crispy chicken cartilage, peeled chili beef skewers, sashimi, and an extensive sake selection at affordable prices averaging around NT$500 per person. With a cozy Japanese atmosphere and friendly service, it boasts over 4.8 Google stars and is often fully seated — ideal for gatherings and after-work drinks.
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![[Illustrative] Black Shop](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-2559b250bc8b/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Black Shop
Hei Dian (Black Shop) Rice Store, formerly known as Black Shop Pork Rice, is a Tamsui landmark with over 50 years of history, specializing in nostalgic old-school pork chop rice with sides like pickled mustard greens and braised snacks. The original shop is near Fisherman's Wharf, and the Right Bank branch is close to Tamsui MRT Exit 1. Both are famous for their queues and high ratings. Signature dishes include bone-in pork chops, braised platters, and cabbage fried rice, served in a vintage red-brick heritage setting — perfect for travelers wanting to experience Tamsui's local flavors and nostalgic atmosphere.
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