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Illustrative Lao Wu Original Pork Rib Soup beside the traditional market on Siwei Road, Xinzhuang District is famous for its extra-large, thick-cut ribs that fall right off the bone. The rich, full-bodied broth warms you in winter and refreshes in summer, available for dine-in or takeout. The small shop frequently draws queues, testament to its popularity with residents and visitors. A bowl costs around NT$150. Contact: 0981-240-969.
Illustrative Yuan Su Shi Fu near Fuzhong MRT station in Banqiao District is the largest affordable vegetarian buffet in the area, offering over 100 Chinese and Western plant-based dishes including seasonal salads, stir-fries, cuttlefish noodles, fresh-baked pizza, dim sum, soups, and desserts. Monday eco-day and afternoon tea hours offer special discounts — weekday buffet around NT$429, eco-day afternoon tea only NT$389, with no service charge. The 570-ping space seats about 450 guests, ideal for families, elderly diners, and large groups. Reservations recommended.
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Illustrative Yakiniku Smile Linkou Culture Branch on the 2nd floor at Wenhua 2nd Road, Linkou District is right next to Mitsui Outlet and FamilyMart. This Korean-style all-you-can-eat BBQ serves meats, seafood, a salad bar, hot and cold drinks, and two flavors of soft serve ice cream. Open until 4 AM, it's a late-night-friendly dining option. The QR code queue system means weekend waits are possible but manageable — great for friend gatherings or solo BBQ indulgence.
Illustrative Fortune Hotel Taipei's Cantonese restaurant Fu Yue Lou offers a weekday-only all-you-can-eat Cantonese and dim sum promotion from September through December. Both lunch and dinner feature 41 classic Cantonese dishes and dim sum, including cold appetizers, stir-fries, soups, and desserts, all made to order. Adult lunch NT$999, dinner NT$1,099 (plus 10% service), children 6–12 NT$588, minimum 4 persons per table. Ideal for food lovers wanting unlimited authentic Cantonese cuisine.
Illustrative Yu Ye Spicy Hot Pot Sanchong Metropolitan at No. 157, Jixian Road, Sanchong District is the largest hot pot buffet restaurant in the area, featuring mala hot pot with over 100 self-service items including cooked dishes, sushi, hand rolls, fried snacks, and Häagen-Dazs ice cream. Weekday prices from NT$539, holidays from NT$599, with premium upgrade options available. The nearly 400-seat venue is perfect for group events, year-end parties, and birthday celebrations. Contracted parking and scooter spots available; bus to 'Nature Park Station' stop.
Illustrative Blue Flame Charcoal Dry-Aged Steak on the 1st floor of Hyatt Place Xinzhuang offers a main course plus all-you-can-eat buffet combination. Featuring charcoal low-temperature dry-aged steak alongside German pork knuckle, roast chicken, lamb chops, salmon, lobster, and over 40 buffet items including hot dishes, cold cuts, desserts, and coffee ice cream. Prices start from NT$698 with discounts for children and teens. The spacious floor-to-ceiling-windowed dining room suits family meals, group gatherings, and corporate events.
Illustrative Han Ge Ge Copper Plate BBQ at No. 203, Sec. 1, Fuxing Road, Xinzhuang District is a Korean-style dual BBQ-and-hot-pot all-you-can-eat restaurant. Over 70 ingredients including meats, seafood, and vegetables are available, with no service charge. Multiple beef, pork, and chicken options pair with various hot pot bases, plus self-service ice cream, drinks, and side dishes. Very affordable — weekday lunch from NT$369, evening/holidays around NT$500. Popular with local office workers and families; reservations recommended.