[Store Name: Tainan Water Intersection Noodle Gathering Place]
Hello everyone, I’m Jiedou! Today I want to share my food experience at the Tainan Water Intersection Noodle Gathering Place. This time, we ordered the Old Ginger Military Braised Beef Noodle Soup, Clear Braised Beef Noodle Soup, and a portion of Spicy Stinky Tofu, and every dish left me incredibly satisfied. Let me provide a detailed introduction to this delicious journey!
First, let me introduce their Old Ginger Military Braised Beef Noodle Soup. As soon as this bowl of noodles was served, the aroma of the beef soup wafted over, rich broth infused with warm ginger scent that made it hard to resist tasting it right away. The broth is made by simmering beef bones and old ginger for a long time, resulting in a thick beef aroma mixed with a mild spicy warmth from the ginger, making every sip feel both warm and nourishing. The noodles are chewy and firm, perfectly complementing the rich broth. The beef chunks are tender and juicy, bursting with flavor with every bite, making it an extremely enjoyable experience. If you enjoy bold flavors with a touch of ginger, this Old Ginger Military Braised Beef Noodle Soup will definitely become a favorite!
Next is the Clear Braised Beef Noodle Soup. This bowl has a relatively lighter broth but is equally rich in layers of flavor. The clear broth is very refreshing but retains the sweetness of the beef bones and the essence of the meat without any greasiness. The noodles, just like those in the braised beef version, have a satisfying chewiness and are even more delightful soaked in the clear broth. The beef chunks are also incredibly tender, with no toughness, and paired with the sweet broth, this bowl is very refreshing and still delicious. If you prefer lighter flavors, this Clear Braised Beef Noodle Soup is definitely your best choice.
Lastly, I must mention the Spicy Stinky Tofu. This stinky tofu completely overturns traditional methods, using a spicy broth for simmering, allowing each piece of tofu to absorb the rich spicy soup. The exterior of the stinky tofu is permeated with intense spicy aromas, while the inside remains soft with a rich tofu fragrance. The broth has a strong spicy flavor but doesn’t overpower, rather making you crave more with every bite. Each piece of stinky tofu is well-marinated with flavor, intertwining spicy and stinky aromas in the mouth, making it irresistibly delicious. If you’re a fan of spicy food, you must try this Spicy Stinky Tofu!
Overall, every dish at Tainan Water Intersection Noodle Gathering Place is highly satisfying. Whether it’s the rich Braised Beef Noodle Soup, the refreshing Clear Braised Beef Noodle Soup, or the uniquely flavored Spicy Stinky Tofu, every bite leaves you wanting more. If you also enjoy beef noodles and Stinky Tofu, this place is definitely a must-visit!
I hope everyone gets the chance to visit the Tainan Water Intersection Noodle Gathering Place to enjoy this perfect feast of beef noodles and spicy stinky tofu! See you next time!
In the bustling twin cities of Taipei and New Taipei, Lao Dong Beef Noodle is mostly located in popular food streets. How does it perform?
I ordered the tomato half tendon, half meat noodles, and my first impression was that the bowl was quite large. The amount of meat (4 pieces of beef, 2 pieces of tendon) was not overwhelming, but it was tender and performed well. The tomato broth had a slight acidity and sweetness, reaching a drinkable standard.
The price of beef noodles in Taipei and New Taipei has long surpassed 200 NT dollars, and considering that dishes in food streets tend to be pricier, Lao Dong Beef Noodle is a good choice if you're looking to grab some beef noodles on a whim without making a bad decision.
At the food street of the Global Shopping Center in Nangang, when returning trays, you need to take them to the respective recycling windows of each restaurant, which is somewhat inconvenient.
# Yingge
This beef noodle shop is located near Yingge Industrial Area. Parking around the area is not very convenient, and you have to go around a bit.
When I passed by, I was attracted by their large sign claiming to be the second-best in the country. It felt like they had just opened not long ago, and the exterior and sign looked quite new.
We ordered a bowl of beef tendon noodles and chicken braised rice. The beef tendon noodles did not consist entirely of tendons; they were pieces of beef with a bit of tendon. Personally, I prefer the kind that is all tendon. The broth has a braised flavor, not too greasy, and is quite refreshing to drink. I chose ramen for the noodles, but I felt they were overcooked, making them a bit soft to eat. Overall, I found the bowl to be mediocre and not particularly impressive.
However, the chicken braised rice was surprisingly tasty. The side dishes of shredded bamboo shoots and tofu were excellent, and it even came with a Fuzhou meatball. The shredded chicken was moist and not dry, and the braised pork was fragrant without being too fatty. I was very satisfied with this dish. 👍
For dine-in customers, they offer a self-service soda bar. The dining environment is simple but looks clean. The restaurant also has meat import inspection reports posted, which makes it feel reassuring to eat there.
Next time I pass by, I will definitely come back for the chicken braised rice! 😆
Every once in a while, San Shang Qiao Fu holds promotions, and this time the original beef noodles are specially priced at $109, so I specifically came here to dine.
However, this time there was no need to queue as long as before for the event.
Original beef noodles have always been their signature dish. Every time I come here, I always order this dish. The broth has a rich and delicious flavor, and the noodles are very chewy and have a firm texture, as I don't like soft noodles. The beef served is quite generous with good quality meat. With the addition of pickled cabbage, the overall flavor of the dish is enhanced.
The cleanliness of the restaurant is quite good. When customers leave, the staff promptly clean the table for the next guest.
📍Datong District, Taipei City (near Dadaocheng shopping district/Yongle Market)
A beef noodle shop run by Japanese people 🐮🇯🇵
This beef noodle shop is very unique and incredibly delicious! They have "converted beef noodles into ramen 🍜," taking beef noodles to a whole new level. I can hardly give it less than five stars 🌟.
You should register for a seating time at 11 AM. The Japanese chef will come with the reservation slip to ask your desired dining time (this time I arrived just after 11, and only the odd slots of 3 PM to 5 PM were left 😆).
🥘 Braised Beef Noodle Soup ($290):
They only serve one main dish.
When you are seated, the Japanese staff will show pictures to ask whether you want knife-cut noodles or thin noodles. This time, I ordered one bowl of each. In the end, the chef asked if I wanted extra noodles, and you can choose different types to try.
🥣 Broth – My favorite part!
It has great depth and isn’t just the salty broth typical of Taiwanese braised beef noodles. This was my first experience tasting a broth like this in a beef noodle soup, and it was super impressive!
You can even sense different flavors from the first, middle, to the aftertaste. It starts with a somewhat light chicken soup taste, gradually deepening with a bit of braised flavor, and finishes with a spicy and peppery sensation.
🍜 Noodles – I prefer knife-cut!
The knife-cut noodles provide a varied texture with different thicknesses. The thin noodles are slightly softer, allowing you to appreciate the chewiness of the noodles.
🥩 Beef – Highlights melt-in-your-mouth beef that can be picked up with chopsticks
The portion of beef was incredibly generous! Two large pieces served with great sincerity. It was truly cooked to the point of melting in your mouth, with almost no chewiness. For me, it was a tad too soft.
You also receive a small box of side dishes.
Before serving, the chef theatrically adds a bit of gas, and the emerging smoke creates a perfect moment for filming (a very clever shop, creating an opportunity for people to share 😃).
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Notes:
🔸 Cash only 💰
🔸 Limited dining seating
🔎 Lastly, a small record: during this visit, the customers were all quietly enjoying their noodles while the Japanese chef and staff chatted loudly in Japanese for a long time. While it somewhat captured the feel of being in Japan, it did slightly distract from the overall experience (but I loved the broth too much to not give it five stars 🤤).
📍Taipei Station / Nanyang Street
The newly opened beef noodle shop on Nanyang Street looked very clean from the outside, so I decided to give it a try. Inside, there's a self-service drink machine, and the prices for the meals aren't too expensive. There’s also butter or spicy butter available for self-service.
Meal🥘
The noodle shop itself is not very conspicuous, and the stalls are covered with wooden boards and similar things, so it's not very obvious, but there are quite a few locals who come here to dine.
One reason is that the dining space here is quite large; it looks small from the outside, but inside there is a big private room with a round table. They also offer beer and other drinks, making it suitable for various occasions. Moreover, their selection of noodles is quite abundant; they have almost every type of noodle, such as beef noodle, spare rib noodle, Italian noodles, and rice noodles.
I ordered their full-flavored beef noodle, which is actually the same as the three treasures noodle, but since they happened to be out of beef tendon, I only got two treasures. In terms of soup base, the flavor is close to braised, and the beef used is stewed to be very tender and delicious! Additionally, their stewed dishes are also very flavorful, and paired with their sauces and green onions, it really makes for a satisfying meal when coming with a group of friends.
# Yilan Wujie
This beef noodle shop seems to be somewhat famous in the area.
My husband took me here to eat a few years ago.
However, it has been such a long time that I have no impression of it now. 😅
My son, like me, loves noodles.
We came back today for a revisit.
We ordered beef soup noodles, dry noodles, and fried sauce noodles,
along with a few side dishes.
There are quite a few options for side dishes.
I was really hoping to have the tofu skin rolls, but unfortunately they weren't available today. 🥹
The flavor of the side dishes was pretty good, not too salty.
The small dried fish was a bit spicy, but really delicious.
The beef soup has a faint herbal taste,
and it goes down smoothly.
It's a braised broth, not too oily.
The dry noodles are also highly recommended, with great noodle texture.
The braised pork on top is extremely fragrant.
The fried sauce noodles are somewhat like simple spring noodles with flat, white noodles,
and the texture is on the softer side.
The seasoning is also a bit stronger.
Overall, I think it's quite nice.
The dining environment is pretty spacious, with large and small tables.
The air conditioning is very cool, and the table spacing is wide, which makes for a comfortable dining experience.
The prices for the side dishes are not listed on the menu,
so it's best to ask the owner when ordering.
However, this place is truly good value for money.
It's a shop worth visiting. 👍
Located at the foot of Xiangshan in Xinyi District, Lao Qiu Beef Noodle is a popular dining spot for many after hiking. Although this review is about takeout, I personally recommend dining in. They offer unlimited red tea and soy milk, along with various condiments to choose from. Almost every time I pass by, there’s a queue outside.
The prices and portion sizes here are considered above average, but given that it’s in the Xinyi District, it seems reasonable, as rent must be very high!
✐ (Small) Beef Tripe Soup / Thick Noodles $145
✐ Cold Mixed Cucumbers $40
I’ve tried all three soup bases, and I ultimately prefer the light and flavorful clear broth beef noodles. If you want a chewy texture, you can choose the thick noodles like I did; they’re quite Q and bouncy. However, the portion size isn’t very large. You can see in my fourth picture how it looks after all the ingredients are added. There are just a piece or two of each meat, so it can be filling for women, but I’m not sure if it’ll be enough for men.
(Worth mentioning is their impressive takeout packaging; the soup and noodles are separated and neatly packaged, so there’s no mess or greasy hands.) They also pack a separate serving of cold cucumbers, which are quite fragrant with a slight spiciness. Eating the cold cucumbers alongside the beef noodles is another delight! 😋
Dining Environment
As the third place in the beef noodle festival, this restaurant has always attracted a considerable number of customers. Even at around eight in the evening, I still saw a crowd inside the store, with the basement seats often fully occupied. The dining environment here is simple and unpretentious, but it is filled with a warm, homely feeling. Each table offers free pickled vegetables; it’s worth mentioning that the pickled vegetables here are somewhat spicy, so friends who aren’t used to spicy food might need to be cautious.
Meal Introduction
I ordered a bowl of clear-braised half tendon and half beef noodles, paired with thin noodles. The red-braised soup base, when I first tasted it, even made me mistake it for clear broth. The soup emits a subtle aroma of traditional Chinese medicine and the sweet scent of fruits and vegetables; the red-braised flavor isn’t strong but rather resembles a mild clear soup, which feels very unique. The beef tendon is marinated to perfection—flavorful and tender, melting in the mouth without any chewing trouble. The beef part has a bit of chewiness, but this just-right texture adds rich layers to every bite. Whether it's the tenderness of the tendon or the firmness of the beef, one can appreciate the restaurant's exquisite skill in managing cooking times.
In summary, Zhimin Beef Noodles offers a unique experience with its distinctive soup base and flavorful ingredients, making it a must-try!