The most famous dumpling shop in the South Airport Night Market is Lai Lai Dumplings, but I personally think that Xiu Chang Dumplings are just as good in terms of texture!
This time, I arrived too late to order their chives dumplings, only managing to get the yellow chive dumplings. I found out that the chives dumplings are usually only served until around 3 PM—if you want to eat them, you might have to go early.
The yellow chive dumplings are flat and large on the outside, but surprisingly, the filling is solid and full when you bite into it. When you take a bite, a lot of sweet meat juice is released in your mouth, and they also have a great chewy texture! Personally, I really think they rival the dumplings over at Lai Lai.
Their side dishes also come in generous portions; the only downside is that there aren't clear signs or menus indicating the prices.
I have to mention a downside—the dining layout here is very chaotic and cramped. You have to order the side dishes and dumplings from different places. Also, the cleanliness of the dining area isn’t any better for indoor dining, and due to the crowd, I always sweat a little when I see staff carrying hot soup/ingredients. The only advantage of dining in is probably the air conditioning!
Cheap, big
The freshly cooked ingredients are so delicious.
The store is very simple; there are only two types of soup, two types of dumplings, and drinks.
That’s it.
Recently, they have launched stone flower jelly, but it’s a seasonal item.
A dumpling for 4 yuan is very cheap for the northern region.
It’s perfect for office workers and students seeking a warm meal.
I ordered the hot and sour soup dumplings.
The flavor is average, Chinese-style, neither sour nor spicy 😅.
You must actively request the flavor of the dumplings.
Otherwise, they will give it randomly.
It won’t be a half and half!
There are many varieties of sauces available.
If you don't want to eat dumplings plain, you don't have to worry~
❤️ Yuan Ji Yun Dumplings from China, the prices are over twice that of China, but they are still delicious!! However, you should avoid some more ordinary dishes. Each post will have actual dining photos; even if it's just a picture of a drink, this is to prevent some users from pretending to have dined by not providing food images. Overall rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑
📍 Located on Dundas Street in Yau Ma Tei, there are some seats available for dining in, but there is no attached restroom.
🚗 I'm not sure about parking spots nearby, but there are no places to park on the street.
💬 Here we go again~~~ Full of shrimp, arriving at this dumpling shop where they make the dumplings fresh really feels delicious. The staff looked puzzled as to why we asked if they accepted card payments (since we had no Hong Kong cash on us), and it seemed the staff were Chinese, with some chefs in the back still making dumplings.
Since we arrived quite late at the restaurant, we didn't experience the chaotic delivery situations that many reviews mentioned, and most diners were solo customers, so the table turnover rate was quite fast. There were also pickled radishes and some sauces for dipping available in the restaurant. Overall, it is a dumpling shop where you can eat to your fill.
Food Quality: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑
Service Quality: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗
Restaurant Atmosphere: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑
Value for Money: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑
📍 Ground Floor C, 35C Dundas Street, Yau Ma Tei
☎️ +85228899007
⏰ 10:00 - 01:00
💰 No service charge
🚇 You can take the MTR to Yau Ma Tei Station, and it's about a two-minute walk from there.
For detailed meal reviews, please continue reading below ❤️
📍 Taipei Shihpai Metro Station
It's a bit of a distance from the metro station, about a 12-minute walk. This is a shop that specializes in potstickers and dumplings, and you can see the staff making dumplings and potstickers on site, which is very fresh. The shop also sells frozen dumplings, and you can call ahead to place an order.
Meals🥘
Potstickers / 7 TWD each:
The potstickers are served freshly pan-fried, with a crispy outer skin and very juicy filling. The ratio of skin to filling is just right, so it doesn't feel like there's too much skin and not enough filling. If you like crispy potstickers, you should definitely give these a try.
Dumplings / 7 TWD each:
Personally, I prefer their dumplings over potstickers. The skin is softer and retains a nice wheat flavor even without dipping sauce. The filling has a sweet vegetable flavor, and the seasoning is just right, so there's no need to add any extra condiments.
Hot and Sour Soup / 35 TWD:
The hot and sour soup is on the sweeter side but has a moderate thickness with a hint of cornstarch, and it's not overly rich, making it very smooth to drink. You can add a lot of black pepper for a stronger flavor.
In summary, since the shop operates later, it would be a great late-night snack option if you live nearby! 🤣
Come and eat at "Sihai Youlong"!
This time we are at the Chengde branch in Taipei.
This place has dining space.
Although there aren't many seats, the diners usually eat quite quickly. 😄
I called the restaurant to place an order about five minutes before arriving, so I could pick it up right away with little waiting time. 👍🏻
It's been a long time since I had Sihai Youlong.
I miss it a lot. 🤣
I used to eat here quite often when I was a child.
This time I ordered takeout: 10 signature potstickers + hot and sour soup.
The total cost was 7*10 + 35 = 105 NT dollars.
Signature Potstickers
It’s the nostalgic taste I remember.
Inside is cabbage and pork.
The outer skin is a bit on the harder side.
The skin is quite crispy, and the seasoning inside is pretty good too.
Hot and Sour Soup
I feel the hot and sour soup isn’t very tangy,
and it has a bit too much green onion.
It seems a bit lacking in flavor (?)
Maybe adding a little more black vinegar and pepper salt would make it more authentic for hot and sour soup. 🤣
But I still think it’s a tasty soup.
I ended up drinking the entire bowl!
Overall, I think Sihai Youlong is a well-known restaurant.
The food is quite decent,
and I think eating this in Taipei is reasonably priced.
If you're unsure of what to eat, you can come here! 🤣
This place has the most outstanding potstickers I've ever had among all the options at Ba Fang Yun Ji! No wonder the local reviews are so high; every time during peak dining hours, there’s always a line for both dine-in and takeout!
📍Chive Potstickers 5 pieces NT$35
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The potsticker skin is fried to a perfect crisp, and the key point is that it’s not overcooked—super impressive! This is my favorite flavor, filled with the rich aroma of chives and the sweet freshness of pork, perfect!
📍Signature Potstickers 5 pieces NT$35
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If you only eat one flavor, it can get a bit too much, so I also order the signature potstickers to balance things out (this is what makes Ba Fang Yun Ji so great). This flavor is cabbage and pork, and it’s overall a bit juicier!
📍Blanched Vegetables NT$35
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Today's blanched vegetables are bok choy, and the portion is considerable. It’s topped with plenty of minced garlic and fried onions, making it very tasty when mixed together. Unfortunately, toward the end, there was a bit too much broth, making it somewhat wet.
📍Hot and Sour Soup NT$35
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This soup is a basic option, with a moderate flavor. I’m used to pairing it with potstickers, as that’s what I want!
▶️ Environment
🔹 There are 7 four-person tables and 1 two-person table for dine-in. Not a lot of seating.
🔹 The environment is clean and bright, recently renovated; very comfortable!
🔹 You need to self-serve utensils and sauces; the sauce area even has very fresh minced garlic—great bonus!
🔹 You need to return items to the recycling station after dining.
▶️ Helpful Reminder
🔹 For dine-in, it’s recommended to first take a seat to reserve a spot, then fill out the order (you don’t need to write the table number), and go to the exterior counter to place the order. You’ll get a number and wait for it to be called to pick up your food.
🔹 You can use electronic payment methods like LINE Pay or Jkopay, but you need to inform the staff.
▶️ Overall Evaluation
🔹 I had come here before a long time ago and was amazed by their service and potsticker quality. After some time, they renovated, and the quality remains at a high level! There are a total of 3 Ba Fang Yun Ji locations near Neihu, and this one has the best reviews—truly deserved!
❤️ One of the three major dumpling shops at the South Night Market, Xiuchang Dumplings, is famous for its chive dumplings, which have a unique texture and flavor. It is usually frequented by locals (and those who don't like to wait in line).
📸 Every article includes actual dining photos, even if it's just a picture of a drink, to prevent some users from pretending to have dined when they've not attached food pictures.
Overall rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌗🌑
📍 This place is located in the front section of the South Night Market. The shop provides many seats (approximately accommodating 30-40 people), but there are no restrooms available; you can use the restrooms at the caring vendors in the night market for free.
🚗 If driving, it's recommended to park at the nearby Xinhe Garden Station (40 TWD/hour), or a bit farther at the Juguang multi-story parking lot (20 TWD/hour) and the Xinhe Elementary School underground parking lot (30 TWD/hour).
🏍️ Motorbikes are suggested to park in the motorcycle parking spaces in front of Zhongyi Elementary School or in nearby alleys.
💬 Among the three major dumpling shops at the South Night Market, most tourists choose Lai Lai Dumplings, but today I came to the more locally favored Xiuchang Dumplings, and I’m too lazy to wait in line; if there’s a long line at Lai Lai, I basically wouldn’t want to eat there.
Xiuchang is basically just one TWD cheaper than Lai Lai (previously it was 0.5 TWD cheaper).
During regular working hours, it’s hard to get chive dumplings; the service is friendly, dumplings are made fresh to order, the filling is plentiful, but the skin is a bit thicker (I personally like thicker skins more), and the broth is robust. The point is, the owner remembers what customers order, even when there are many of them, which I think is quite impressive...
For a detailed meal review, please continue reading below ❤️
Food Quality: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑
Service Quality: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑
Restaurant Atmosphere: 🌕🌕🌕🌑🌑
Price-to-Value Ratio: 🌕🌕🌕🌑🌑
🚩 Chain Potstickers🥟 The quality of the meals is good, but the management is lacking.
📍 Location and Transportation: Sihai Youlong New店 Zhongzheng Store is located in the urban area of Xindian City, New Taipei City. The nearest MRT station is Qizhang Station, Exit 1, which is a 6-minute walk. Most of the customers are local residents, and there isn't convenient parking due to the bus stop in front.
🏠 Space: It was renovated two years ago. The environment is bright and relatively comfortable, but the wallpaper is a bit worn, and the restroom is cramped.
💰 Ordering and Payment: Orders can be placed at the counter or via QR code. Payment methods include cash and LinePay. Receipt✔️ and service charge🈚.
🍽️ Meals:
Original Flavor Potstickers: The frying technique is quite good, and each potsticker can be separated easily without breaking; the filling amount is acceptable, and they taste quite good without the need for soy sauce.
Corn Dumplings: The skin is a bit thick, and the filling is rather sparse, feeling a bit empty compared to the potstickers.
Blanched Vegetables: Probably bok choy, it's usually good and not too salty.
Pork Ball Soup: The meatballs are on the small side but taste good; the soup is nice, although there was less celery compared to before.
💭 Conclusion:
This store seems to have good business and introduced a mobile ordering system early on, saving labor and providing online payment options. I personally give it a high rating. Previously, when ordering, I ordered 2 dumplings (not just 2, I had other dishes as well), and the staff scolded me for ordering so few; I even asked how many I should order…
However, in this visit, both the online and counter menus only offered a 6-piece option for potstickers and dumplings (it's not a minimum of 6, you can only order in multiples of 6). Checking other branches doesn't seem to have this rule either… After looking at Google Maps reviews, it seems the unit was 8 pieces a few days ago. I don't understand the operational strategy of this store🙃. It might change again a few days after I finish writing this.
🥟 Restaurant Name: Yunlin Potstickers
📍 Address: 1st Floor, No. 97, Section 2, Chongxin Road, Sanchong District, New Taipei City
▫️ Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Sunday 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM / 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
▫️ Service Charge: None
▪️ Restaurant Environment and Atmosphere:
The environment is quite clean and bright, but there is no air conditioning; it's pretty hot 🫠
The staff is very efficient in arranging seating!
As long as you fill out the order sheet, they'll quickly arrange a table for you if there's one available!
There are clear signs in the sauce area and the side dish area 👍🏻
▪️ Ordering and Payment Method:
📝 Fill out the order sheet first, then wait for the staff to arrange seating.
💰 Payment can only be made in cash.
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🔖 Meal Record:
▪️ Signature Potstickers (7 TWD each) (5 pieces) $35
▪️ Crispy Egg Pancake $60
▪️ Explosive Fish Ball Soup $40
💡 Meal: 5 | Service: 5 | Atmosphere: 4 | Environment: 4
"The gathering of people from all directions is really something I can never get tired of, but occasionally there are 1 or 2 times when I have a bad experience due to the shop's circumstances 🫠. And it's really getting more and more expensive; it's about to become something I can't afford (ಥ_ಥ)." by Sister
<About the Meal 🥣>
I ordered six signature potstickers, six Korean spicy potstickers, and a bowl of corn chowder.
I personally feel that the taste of the signature potstickers is not much different from other places, but the Korean spicy potstickers seem a bit bland compared to those from other shops, lacking in flavor, which makes me a bit sad.
The taste of the corn chowder is the same as the signature potstickers, showing no difference, but it is served in a takeout bowl. Although it saves on washing dishes and water, I still feel it's somewhat wasteful?
<About the Staff 👨🍳>
The aunties working there chat happily and move very quickly, but it seems like there's a bit of a lack of enthusiasm when it comes to welcoming customers?
<About the Environment 🐾>
The shop is right at an intersection, and honestly, it's not very convenient to park motorcycles or cars. Personally, I feel that parking at the nearby park is safer, but for cars, there really isn't much space, so drivers need to think carefully.