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This shop has been around since my high school days. Just steps away from the school gate, you can reach it in less than a hundred meters. It is an enduring old store in the Zhongyi business district. For students, it's a great value place, offering a large amount of carbohydrates at a cheap price. 😂

This time, coming back feels like a nostalgic trip down memory lane. I immediately ordered my favorite curry beef from back in the day. You read that right; even though it has gone from 60 TWD to 100 TWD, the highlight of the sauce is really just the flavor. Don't expect to find a lot of meat or toppings. However, the noodles are very chewy. Plus, for an additional 10 TWD, you can get a bowl of miso soup filled with ingredients. There’s also free winter melon tea to drink.

The decor in the shop actually gets revamped every so often, and it feels more and more modern and clean each time; even the kitchen is quite tidy. Previously, it was a typical small shop along Zhongyi Street, where smoke from cooking would fill the whole seating area.

Overall, if considered in the student dining area, it performs quite well, but if there isn’t a specific purpose, I probably wouldn’t visit again.

Located in the bustling Shulin Night Market, Hong's Jiahuichung Hall - Nanzhi Branch - Shulin is my "only designated" spot every time I visit the night market. Whether taking food home to enjoy while watching a show or eating while strolling, it's my favorite. There are also many drink shops nearby to easily quench your thirst.

"Boneless Salted Crispy Chicken"
Fried until golden and crispy, the meat is tender and juicy, complemented by basil and onions that add a rich aroma and layered flavor. It's incredibly satisfying to eat.

"Fried Tofu Puff"
This was a big surprise! I've only had raw tofu puffs before, but I didn't expect the fried version to be so delicious. The first bite has a slight burst of juice! It carries a subtle medicinal aroma, fried to a crisp yet moist texture, making it the most impressive dish this time!

"Chicken Butt"
This dish also performs well—crispy and fragrant without being greasy, but unfortunately, the portion is a bit small, leaving me wanting more.

"Squid Balls"
Surprisingly, there is a hint of creaminess; I have had many squid balls before, but this is the first time I've encountered this flavor. It's chewy and rich, leaving a lasting impression.

"Fried Chicken Feet"
The skin is crispy and has a rich gelatinous texture. A pack contains three; I recommend one pack per person as it is just too delicious! It's been a long time since I've had decent chicken feet; those who enjoy this texture will absolutely love it!

Overall, this place is truly a hidden gem in the night market. Every visit requires a wait in line, and when I went around 21:40 before, they had sold out. I suggest going early to buy, or else you'll just be waiting and drooling!

Because I was very hungry and wanted to eat a savory dinner, my friend found this café a bit far from the back station (later I asked my friend and found out this café serves savory food; I always thought they only served dinner... along with some desserts and drinks...)

The seating inside isn't very many, but the space is quite spacious, with a warm and quality solid wood style. There are also many collectibles, which I assume belong to the owner (like comics or figurines). My friend and I visited on a weekday evening, and it was just us and another group of customers.

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🌻 New Pork Curry Rice $290

Was there a dish that surprised me? When it first arrived, I thought it was just a fried pork chop, but after taking a bite I realized it was more like a meat patty made of minced meat? It was very soft to bite into, but it always felt a bit lacking in firmness...

However, the curry was well-seasoned, sweet without being spicy or too salty, it's just that the pork chop part surprised me too much...

🌻 Strawberry Pistachio Basque $150

I've recently grown fond of eating pistachios, so I ordered one, but I found that the strawberries were only on top and not mixed into the Basque... However, the flavor of the pistachio cream was quite rich, and I thought it paired well with the Basque; I also like the slightly moist texture of their Basque~

It's just that the pistachio flavor of the cake itself was only a faint hint, so it's better to eat it with the cream.

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Overall, it didn't seem to have any particularly impressive parts. The Basque was quite tasty, but compared to the curry rice, the cost-performance ratio of the curry rice is a bit low. You can try their new pork, but I’m afraid it won’t be the type that everyone likes 🙂‍↕️

Reviewer with braces: There is a bathroom.

This is the Q Burger Zhonghe Zhongxing store, which is a chain breakfast restaurant.

This time I ordered a few items to try:
Ceylon black tea (medium size) - Slightly bitter, the tea flavor is obvious.
Apple milk condensed milk croissant - Sweet, with a nice texture.
Fresh vegetable salad (with Japanese dressing) - Refreshing, can be a supplement for a balanced diet.
Cheese soft baguette + McChicken - The baguette has a nice texture; the combination with cheese and chicken is acceptable.
McNuggets (four pieces) - Super small, not sure what happened.
Honey glazed chicken thigh - The flavor is average, nothing particularly impressive.

Overall, it is a relatively safe chain breakfast option, with no major issues, but also nothing particularly outstanding.

Here’s the translation to English:

"First of all, the conclusion: If you have the chance to go, please do, it's delicious!
The restaurant is located in a place that is not very convenient for the public to reach, but whether you bike or drive, if you're passing by, please try it out!
This time I had Pad Thai, red curry chicken rice, Thai-style stir-fried water spinach, and moon shrimp cakes—affordable and tasty!
Especially the Pad Thai, I didn't feel tired of it after finishing the whole plate. Thai milk tea is also cheap and delicious; I wanted to have a few more cups after getting full...
The value for other dishes is also very high; next time with more people, I'd like to order the lemon fish to try. 👍
All the staff are Thai, and the atmosphere and decor inside the restaurant are very Thai-style. I really like this kind of affordable and tasty Thai restaurant!"

🔅Actual visit date: 2025/04
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Quite a few colleagues buy from this place for breakfast and lunch. I happened to not know what to have for breakfast that day, so I decided to give it a try. With no particular ideas, I just ordered a steamed bun.

▪️Brown sugar steamed bun $15
It was my first time buying it, and I was a bit shocked by the price. The bun is quite large, and although the brown sugar flavor isn't very strong, it's quite chewy and not the hollow kind of bun. I think it will become a regular item for me.

I will probably try other products next time as well; I heard from my family that the egg pancake here is also quite good.

After countless times passing by, this was my first time ordering Taiwanese fried chicken wings. Not wanting to wait too long, I called ahead to place my order, and later found out they also have a Line ordering option, which I think I might use next time.

I was lucky with the timing; when I went to pick up the order, it was already ready, so there was no waiting. This time, I ordered: deep-sea squid, boneless chicken nuggets, sweet potato with plum powder, taro balls, and rice blood cake.

It was still hot when I ate in the car, with a crispy texture. Although I added a little spiciness, I didn’t feel it was hot at all. It wasn't too salty, and all the items I ordered were quite good, with portions that weren't too small; two people felt quite full. The store environment seemed clean, and the owner's attitude was also very nice. If I have a chance, I would revisit.

In recent years, similar skewered grill restaurants have emerged, many of which follow the same model of frying first and then grilling. The food is served quickly and is not expensive, but I don't know if it's this low-cost mentality that makes it so that a satisfying meal can still end up costing over a thousand to two thousand per person, which is about the same price as typical skewered izakayas, haha.

The environment is clean and comfortable, food is served quickly, and the taste is quite standard; there's nothing particularly wrong with it. The menu is extensive with a variety of alcoholic beverages, making it perfect for company gatherings and dining with friends, where you can eat a lot of meat and drink a lot of alcohol.

In the center of Hualien City, there is a low-key snack shop that operates until dawn, specializing in providing a warm taste for those returning home at night. The shop isn't large, but it is clean and tidy, with the air still filled with the aroma of rice and the steam of soup. There are always customers inside, and many takeout orders as well.

The signature dishes are shredded pork with mushrooms over rice and enoki mushroom soup with spare ribs. The shredded pork with mushrooms is distinct and flavorful, with the sauce permeating every grain of rice, blending the rich flavor of the mushrooms with the meat. The enoki mushroom soup with spare ribs is refreshing and slightly sweet, with the well-stewed spare ribs easily separating from the bone with a gentle push, paired with mildly sweet enoki flowers.

This snack shop serves as a pit stop for hungry night travelers heading home, and it is also a frequent choice for delivery orders during work hours.

In the bustling Gongguan area, there are four Hawaiian poke places, and this one is my top recommendation!

Starting with the appearance, the seating inside is comfortable and clean, the space is bright, and the ventilation is excellent. Just this aspect provides a very pleasant experience while enjoying the food.

They offer a wide variety of meal options, and the prices are quite reasonable. The selection of vegetables, in particular, is very abundant. As for the main dish portions, I think they are just right—not too much but also not too little; I would give this a neutral review.

However, their main dishes do have a good texture, and they also allow for customized adjustments to the rice portion, which is quite thoughtful.

There are plenty of seats in the dining area, which is another plus. Even during the busiest peak dining hours, you won’t have to wait too long, and the speed of service is very fast. I think this is a significant advantage compared to other Hawaiian poke places in Gongguan!

Overall, if you enjoy Hawaiian poke, I highly recommend this place in Gongguan!