1. Beef Noodles (台北牛肉面)

  • Description: Tender beef slices in rich broth with chewy noodles
  • Best at: Lao Bing Niu Rou Mian (老兵牛肉面摊)

2. Oyster Omelette (蚵仔煎)

  • Description: Savory egg pancake with oysters and sweet potato starch
  • Try at: Night markets like Shilin or Raohe

3. Pearl Milk Tea (珍珠奶茶)

  • Description: Bubble tea with chewy tapioca pearls
  • Popular Brands: Chatime, Ding Tea

4. Pork Rice (卤肉饭)

  • Description: Sweet-savory pork with steamed rice
  • Best at: Local eateries in Ximending or Daan

5. Stinky Tofu (臭豆腐)

  • Description: Fermented tofu with a strong odor but crispy texture
  • Find at: Gongguan or Raohe Night Market

6. Shaved Ice (剉冰)

  • Description: Shaved ice topped with syrups, fruits, and condiments
  • Try at: Ice parlors in Zhongxiao East Road

7. Rice Rolls (肉圓)

  • Description: Glutinous rice balls stuffed with pork and served in soup
  • Best at: Traditional markets like Yongkang Street

8. Mabo Tofu (麻婆豆腐)

  • Description: Spicy Sichuan-style tofu with minced pork
  • Find at: Sichuan restaurants in Da’an District

9. Braised Pork Knuckle (豬腳)

  • Description: Soft-braised pig’s trotters served hot or cold
  • Try at: Night markets, especially at Daning Street

10. Deep-Fried Chicken Cutlet (雞排)

  • Description: Crispy breaded chicken thigh or breast
  • Popular Brands: Hao Dada Chicken Cutlet (豪大大雞排)

Comparison Chart

Dish Main Ingredients Taste Profile Popular Locations/Restaurants
Beef Noodles Beef, Noodles Savory, Rich Broth Lao Bing Niu Rou Mian
Oyster Omelette Oysters, Eggs Savory, Crispy Shilin/Raohe Night Markets
Pearl Milk Tea Milk Tea, Tapioca Sweet, Refreshing Chatime, Ding Tea
Pork Rice Pork, Rice Sweet-Savory Ximending/Daan Eateries
Stinky Tofu Tofu, Fermented Sauce Strong Odor, Crispy Gongguan/Raohe Night Market
Shaved Ice Ice, Syrups, Fruits Sweet, Refreshing Zhongxiao East Road Ice Parlors
Rice Rolls Rice, Pork Savory, Soup-Based Yongkang Street Market
Mabo Tofu Tofu, Pork Spicy, Savory Sichuan Restaurants in Da’an
Braised Pork Knuckle Pig’s Trotters Savory, Soft Texture Daning Street Night Market
Deep-Fried Chicken Cutlet Chicken Crispy, Salty-Spicy Hao Dada Chicken Cutlet

Pro Tips:

  • Street Food: Try food stalls for authentic local flavors
  • Night Markets: Visit for a variety of options and lively atmosphere
  • Vegetarian Options: Many temples offer vegetarian meals