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![[Illustrative] Zhihe Night Market](/api/images/entities/kaohsiung-tw-69f3804d69dc/hero.webp)
Illustrative Jhih-E Night Market on Guangze Road in Ziguan District opens mainly on Sundays, offering diverse seafood and stir-fry dishes. Fresh oysters are the star — stalls serve oyster omelets, oyster vermicelli, and oyster soup alongside creative dishes like oyster fried rice and seafood noodle soup, drawing seafood lovers. Warm vendors and a lively atmosphere make it family-friendly. Though hours are limited, the Sunday bustle and abundant seafood make it a Ziguan must-visit.
![[Illustrative] Gangshan Zhongshan Night Market](/api/images/entities/kaohsiung-tw-1f1addcd16f7/hero.webp)
Illustrative Gangshan Zhongshan Night Market sits on Pinghe East Street in Kaohsiung's Gangshan District, opening only on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The market is known for its local street food and budget-friendly bites — grilled skewers, braised snacks, crispy fried chicken, swordfish tempura, and papaya milk keep both hot-meal and cold-drink crowds happy. Though smaller than Kaohsiung's mega night markets, limited opening days fuel long queues, making it a beloved weekend gathering spot for Gangshan locals craving authentic neighborhood flavor.
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![[Illustrative] Xiabu Xiabu Shabu](/api/images/entities/kaohsiung-tw-e887bcce11f8/hero.webp)
Illustrative Xiabu Xiabu Shabu at the intersection of Shuhe and Longfeng Roads in Qiaotou District offers individual hotpot all-you-can-eat. Fresh seafood, meats, and nearly 50 self-serve vegetable options are all yours for just NT$288 with unlimited refills and your own personal pot. The bright interior features bar-style and group seating for solo diners or parties. Free scooter and car parking near Qiaotou Train Station. Open weekdays 11 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM; holidays 11 AM–9 PM, with a 90-minute dining limit.
![[Illustrative] Joyous Feast Kaohsiung](/api/images/entities/kaohsiung-tw-edb24b1ff0a8/hero.webp)
Illustrative Xiangshi Paradise Kaohsiung on the 11th floor of Far Eastern Big City Shopping Mall (21 Sanduo 4th Road, Lingya District) is a multinational buffet restaurant. Over a hundred dishes span Japanese sashimi, Hong Kong dim sum, Western roast meats, seafood, hot dishes, and desserts — perfect for family dinners, friend gatherings, or company celebrations. Average spend is around NT$150 (note: likely per-person range varies). The spacious venue inside a mall near MRT Sanduo Shopping District Station makes access easy.