Zhen Ji Pig’s Blood Cake

Alright, I already know what you’re probably thinking, at least one of the following:

Dong Yi Pork Chop

At Dong Yi Pork Chop in Ximen, it doesn’t get much more local than this. Once you step inside, you’re transported back in time…

Ukuko Oyster Vermicelli

Many places in Taipei serve up oyster vermicelli, but Ukuko (油庫口蚵仔麵線) delivers something that is well above average…

Chen Ji Pig’s Blood Cake

I think the sauce is what makes or breaks a great pig’s blood cake. For me, the best kind of PBC texture is soft…

Shan Nei Chicken

Shan Nei Chicken (山內雞肉) is known for serving up a tasty version of chicken over rice (雞肉飯) using Hainenese chicken. Originally…

Old Li’s Beef Offal

72 Beef Noodles

This place’s beef noodles are unlike the traditional hong shao you may know and love. The star of the show here is the clear broth…

Xu Ji Pan-fried Buns

Xu Ji Pan-fried Buns (許記生煎包) is a small shop nested inside the Shida Night Market area next to National Taiwan Normal…

Xinpu Flaky Scallion Pancakes

I have a strong affinity for the flaky scallion pancake. It’s a great quick snack on the go that’s not too…

Peloso Coffee Roasters

I can’t get over throwing a stone and hitting an incredible cup of coffee in Taipei. On my first trip to Peloso, I was…