All reviews of category "Noodle shop "
💠 Cheng Bian Zhen Wei Eel Noodle
Hi everyone! I’m Wolf Wolf🪽
Today I’m in Tainan, and I want to introduce you to an old establishment founded in 1970 – Cheng Bian Zhen Wei Eel Noodle!
This restaurant has a great reputation, drawing many locals and tourists alike. However, my dining experience this time had a bit of a discrepancy, which I’d like to share for your reference.
🔸 Eel Noodle Soup (140 NTD)
Features a Tainan-style sweet, thick broth that is smooth and rich. The eel has a nice chewy texture, and the noodles absorb the broth well, performing reasonably. However, this time the broth was a bit bland, lacking the rich and aromatic warmth that one might expect, which is a bit unfortunate.
🔥 Stir-Fried Eel Noodles (190 NTD)
This dish is supposed to be the highlight, but I must say the wok flavor was noticeably lacking this time! The stir-fry aroma didn’t come through, and while the eel was decent, the overall experience felt like it lacked that soul of a stir-fry, and the taste was rather flat. The price is on the higher side but didn’t deliver the surprise one would expect.
🦑 Squid Noodle Soup (140 NTD)
The squid was very fresh, crunchy, and without any fishy taste, which is a plus! The thick soup style is similar to the eel soup, but compared to it, the taste is lighter, suitable for those who prefer milder flavors.
✍️ Personal Thoughts:
Although this restaurant is a well-known brand and might have had great strength in the past, the waiting time for this meal was very long, and I didn’t experience the "high-heat wok flavor" I expected, which felt a bit overrated. If you are a fan of Tainan's wok flavor, you might be disappointed. However, if you want to try the flavors of a classic old restaurant, it can still be on your list of places to visit!
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🔹🏠：Cheng Bian Zhen Wei Eel Noodle
🔹📍： No. 235, Section 1, Dongmen Road, East District, Tainan City
This is a ramen and pasta shop that has been around for quite a while!
However, since I am vegetarian, I haven't tried their pasta 😓
But!! The ramen here is really delicious!
Although the vegetarian option is only the milk mushroom noodles,
adding an egg and pairing it with shichimi powder is really fantastic!
I remember seeing other customers order
pasta with set meals ~
the bread looks delicious too ~
For more photos, you might want to check Google Maps ~
It's a place that I usually have on my list and I recommend it to everyone ^ ^
Located in the Zhonglun Market, Little Famous is a pure vegetarian noodle shop specializing in soy milk-based ramen without meat or fish. This time, I tried the spicy soy milk noodles, with a soup base of soy milk combined with a hint of spicy oil. The flavor is rich yet not overwhelming, with complex aromatic layers. The noodles are springy, and the toppings such as tofu skin, dried bamboo shoots, and wood ear mushrooms are quite abundant.
Overall, it's a uniquely flavorful creative ramen that is a worthy choice for those looking for something refreshing yet tasty.
Located on the second floor of Zhonglun Market, Chi Hao Bao is currently in a trial operation, featuring rice, noodles, soups, and home-style dishes. This time, we ordered cold noodles and squid soup. The sesame sauce for the cold noodles was a bit thin, making it difficult to adhere well to the noodles. The broth of the squid soup was refreshing, and the generous ingredients like squid and bamboo shoots provided a rich texture, which was a highlight of the meal. Overall, it was decent, but in the culinary crowd of Zhonglun Market, it isn't particularly standout. If they can enhance the flavor of the sauces in the future, it would be more appealing.
The food is delicious and inexpensive. A large dry noodle costs 50 yuan and comes with a bowl of hot soup, offering great value for money. The pig's ears are 30 yuan; although they taste good, the portion is a bit small. There aren’t many seats for dining in, so you might have to wait a little when it’s crowded, but the turnover rate is relatively fast. Overall, both the taste and price are satisfying, making it a snack shop I'd want to visit again. Highly recommended!
The Little Beiping Noodle House has been deeply rooted in Tainan for 40 years. The shop has relocated many times, but it has now returned to its original location in the Little Beiping shopping district to continue serving. The authentic Northern Chinese noodles, whether it's xiaolongbao, steamed dumplings, or stuffed pancakes, are all delicious dishes.
【About the Environment】
Little Beiping is currently located on Lixian Road next to the Little Beiping shopping district. The interior is spacious and bright, and cleanliness is well-maintained. The dining area on the first floor has plenty of seating, but it can still get crowded during meal times. You can also inquire with the staff if the second-floor dining area is open.
【About the Food】
Despite being an old shop that has experienced multiple relocations, the taste remains exquisite. After dining in different locations several times, I consistently enjoy the same delicious experience! This time, since I was too full from the previous restaurant, I only got two beef stuffed pancakes to go…
Taking a bite of the beef stuffed pancake brought back all the fond memories from my childhood. The outer skin of the beef pancake is crispy, while the inside is juicy, with the seasoning of the beef filling being perfectly sweet and salty. The crispy scallions add aroma and enhance the texture. I highly recommend that anyone who passes by must come and give it a try!
【About the Service】
The shop is served by several elderly ladies who bring the unique warmth of the city. The restaurant has also introduced an ordering system (Dianxiaowei) and provides self-service ordering machines. Payments are also supported via LinePay. It truly is a great relief for someone like me!
▶ Hakka Salted Pork Spicy Carbonara Gnocchi (Dine-in Only) $250 ◀
On top, there’s a soft-boiled egg. The seasoning of the salted pork is excellent—not too salty but full of flavor. It has a mild spiciness, but since it’s based on a creamy flavor, the slight heat makes it less heavy! The gnocchi is very chewy and delicious, but the portion is quite large, and because it’s all pasta, it can be quite filling!
▶ Braised Pork with Mushroom and Pesto Gnocchi $250 ◀
This dish is super popular among many patrons. The pesto is very rich and thick, so it clings to each gnocchi, ensuring every bite is full of flavor—no worries about it being bland! The braised pork performs as expected!
This hand-pulled noodle shop, which I've been eating at since childhood, still retains that familiar taste to this day.
The hand-rolled noodles are chewy and firm, with a subtle wheat aroma. The overall flavor is mild but not monotonous, making it suitable for those who prefer a natural taste and do not favor strong flavors.
If you're adventurous with spice, I highly recommend adding the house chili sauce—it instantly enhances the aroma, adding depth to the entire bowl of noodles and making it even more delicious.
Be sure to add a half-boiled egg! The rich yolk blends smoothly with the noodles, enhancing the dish significantly.
As for the broth, I think it's optional; the main attraction is still the combination of the hand-pulled noodles and the soul-warming chili sauce.
Sometimes it's the older generation manning the ladle, and other times it's the younger generation taking over, resulting in slight differences in flavor, especially with the peanut sauce not being fully perfected yet. I hope they can gradually refine that taste and continue to pass down this bowl of nostalgic noodles.
Location: Xinyi District, Taipei City
A spicy noodle shop near Tonghua Night Market
He specifically mentioned that he doesn't sell sesame sauce 😂
Overall, the prices are a bit on the higher side
The spiciness and numbness levels can be adjusted
It's quite thoughtful
The boss and staff have a very good attitude
There are sanitary pads and other hygiene products in the restroom
Super considerate, and the restroom is very clean
🌟 Spicy Braised Beef Noodle (dry)
As soon as it was served, the spicy aroma was overwhelming
However, after taking a bite, since I chose the milder option
It wasn't really that spicy
But the dry spicy noodles tend to get quite oily towards the end
🍜 For those who love spicy food, this place will definitely satisfy you! It's a dedicated shop for hearty bowls of spicy noodles with plenty of ingredients!
I often see people queuing outside this restaurant during meal times, but today is a rare day when I can walk right in, so I decided to give it a try.
The famous dish here is probably Mapo Tofu, but the hot and sour noodle soup is said to be a spring limited edition, so I decided to try that first.
To my surprise, they served it in an incredibly large bowl, filled to the brim with ingredients. The pork strips and bamboo shoots were quite generous. The noodles here are quite similar to Taiwan's oily noodles, and the thick noodles go great with the super spicy broth.
The flavor is somewhat different from Taiwan’s Ba Fang hot and sour soup, which is a bit disappointing. The spiciness here comes from chili oil and the sensation of Sichuan pepper, which is stronger. However, it's very satisfying to eat, and I’m looking forward to trying their Mapo Tofu, which should be quite good!
There are aprons available in a drawer for self-service, surprisingly made of non-woven fabric instead of paper, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally tearing the paper string while tying it 🥹
The prices are also quite affordable, and if there isn’t a queue, I would definitely consider returning!