Travel +886 🛫 Ilha Formosa 🇹🇼 Taichung 台中 & Nantou 南投

The sausage was juicy and the glutinous rice bun had the perfect sticky bite. Loved the black pepper kick and the sweet sautéed onions — flavourful without being overpowering. It also came with preserved vegetables and fresh cucumber, which added a nice crunch and balanced out all the richness. A little messy to eat but honestly worth it 》NT$70

📍 官芝霖大腸包小腸
Fengchia Night Market
407, Taiwan, Taichung City, Xitun District, 逢甲路20號

Available in hot or cold, I went for the hot version and it was pure comfort.

The taro balls and sweet potato balls had the perfect chew with just the right amount of bounce, neither too firm nor too soft. The smaller, softer pearls provided a nice contrast, balancing the texture beautifully.

The taro chunks were creamy and naturally sweet, while the red beans were soft without being mushy and just lightly sweetened.

Not too sweet overall. A warm, cozy bowl that’s perfect, especially on a rainy night 》NT$65

📍 大甲芋頭城
Fengchia Night Market
407, Taiwan, Taichung City, Xitun District, 福星路461巷2號

The minced pork rice (肉燥飯) was satisfying, with fluffy rice topped with a rich, savoury minced pork sauce. The pickled vegetables on the side helped cut through the richness, which was much needed.

The braised pork belly came as a thick, juicy slab of tender pork. The meat was beautifully braised and melt-in-the-mouth soft, though it was definitely on the heavier, greasier side for my breakfast palette.

The braised pig trotter was full of flavour, with soft, gelatinous skin and fall-off-the-bone meat.

Overall, everything was tasty and well-executed, but personally a bit too heavy for an early morning meal. Would definitely come back. Maybe I should have it for lunch instead.

肉燥飯 》NT$50
魯肉飯 》NT$70
豬腳 》NT$150

📍 山河魯肉飯
Taichung Second Market
400, Taiwan, Taichung City, Central District, 公有第二零售市場

The dry noodles were simple but comforting. Springy texture, nicely tossed in sauce without feeling too greasy, and topped with a portion of minced meat. The savoury sauce clung to every strand, making it really easy to slurp up.

The pork bun is a must-try! Soft, fluffy, and packed with juicy pork filling. Warm with a hint of sweetness, it delivers that nostalgic flavour that instantly feels familiar.

Loved the spicy wantons. The chilli oil brings just the right amount of kick without overpowering, while the silky dumpling skin encases a well-seasoned, meaty filling.

Ending the meal with the wanton soup. It’s light, clean, and homely. Each plump wanton is a little pocket of comfort, floating in a clear broth that soothes with every sip.

Definitely a spot I’ll come back to when I need a comforting start to the day.

意麵(乾) 》NT$45
肉包 》NT$40
辣炒手 》NT$55
餛飩湯 》NT$55

📍 顏記肉包
Taichung Second Market
No. 103, Section 2, Sanmin Rd, Central District, Taichung City, Taiwan 400

满漢 (火腿, 芝士, 蛋)》NT$30
橘子 (芝士, 橘子, 果酱)》NT$26

📍洪瑞珍
No. 125-2號, Zhongshan Road, Central District, Taichung City, Taiwan 400

》NT$160 Double Scoop + NT$80 Sundae Upgrade

📍 Miyahara
No. 20號, Zhongshan Rd, Central District, Taichung City, Taiwan 400

》NT$35

📍李海魯肉飯
400, Taichung City, Central District, Section 2, Sanmin Road, 85號98攤位

》NT$60

📍李海魯肉飯
400, Taichung City, Central District, Section 2, Sanmin Road, 85號98攤位

》NT$100

雞肉米線》NT$80
竹筒饭》NT$60

》NT$45

📍肉蛋吐司
No. 748號, Jianxing Road, North District, Taichung City, 404