When we think of Taiwan, delicious street food and bustling night markets immediately come to mind. Whether you’re craving the iconic beef noodles or just wanna have a plate of stinky tofu for the thrill, Taiwan offers an endless array of delectable options! In this video, we’ll take you on a journey to discover eight must-try food in Taiwan that showcases its diverse and vibrant food culture, and leave your taste buds craving for more 😋
Keep this list of dishes handy for your next visit to Taiwan, and embark on a delightful Taiwan food adventure yourself 🙂
If you’re planning to visit Taiwan soon, here are some other guides and itineraries to check out:
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- 9D Taiwan Itinerary Under S$100/day From Taipei to Kaohsiung
- Muslim-friendly 4D3N Taipei Itinerary — A Solo Traveller’s First Time in Taiwan
- 25 Unique Things to Do in Taiwan Besides Visiting Night Markets
Must-try Food in Taiwan
0:04 – Paper Pork — It’s basically toasted minced pork flattened with a machine roller and served in a cone that’s best eaten when chilled 🧊
0:15 – Coffin Bread — Satisfying crunch on the outside and a heavenly soft interior — be prepared for the mouthwatering fillings to burst out as you bite into the irresistible coffin bread!
0:24 – Grilled Prawns — Catch and grill your own prawns, because there’s nothing like savouring the delicious payoff for your effort 💪
0:33 – Beef Noodles — If you’re in Taiwan, you have to try these chewy noodles cooked in piping hot water and then dunked into a tasty light beef broth!
0:41 – Passion Fruit Cheese Oyster — Indulge in a tantalising twist on fresh, succulent oysters that are generously topped with cheese, lightly charred using a blow torch, and served to perfection.
0:52 – Century Egg Tofu — Get your taste buds ready for a fantastic appetiser: silky smooth tofu paired with century egg, topped with a light drizzle of sauce — simply perfect 💯
1:01 – Hong Zao Meat Ball — A unique type of meatball with a chewy gelatin paste!
1:14 – Snow Ice — Nothing beats a refreshing serving of fluffy shaved ice, perfectly topped with freshly sliced fruits 😋
Night Markets in Taiwan
There are so many night markets across Taiwan, so we’ve shortlisted some of the famous ones from our past visits there:
- Taipei: Shilin Night Market, Ningxia Night Market, Raohe Night Market
- Keelung: Miaokou Night Market
- Taichung: Feng Chia Night Market, Yizhong Street Night Market
- Tainan: Dadong Night Market
- Yilan: Luodong Night Market
Where to Stay in Taiwan
If you’re planning to explore areas outside of just Taipei while on a food hunt, here are some suggestions on where to stay! During our latest trip to Taiwan, we explored the cities of Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, and Yilan, and picked these accommodations based on affordability and convenience:
- Taipei: Finders Hotel (from ~S$36.50/night)
- Taichung: Green Hotel – Midori (from ~S$38/night)
- Tainan: House Inn House (from ~S$19.50/night)
- Yilan: Happiness Yes Hostel 2 (from ~S$23/night)
