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Located next to the MRT Technology Building station, Yu Xin Zhen Food Court is hidden in the basement space and serves as a late-night supply station for nearby residents and night owls. Although the storefront is low-key, its 24-hour operation, along with the self-service ordering machines and designs for self-pickup, sauces, and tea, allow anyone to come in and satisfy their hunger at any time—whether it's morning, noon, night, or even late at night.
The menu is diverse, offering a variety of noodle dishes, soups, and various side dishes, all at affordable prices with a focus on Taiwanese snacks.
This time, let’s start with the side dishes.
“Blanched Vegetables”
I chose sweet potato leaves, which are served in a moderate portion, retaining tenderness and moisture. The seasoning is simple and it’s a reliably good dish.
“Scallion Egg”
It has a strong aroma with generous amounts of chopped scallions, but unfortunately, it was cold, lacking the airy texture that comes from being freshly fried, which slightly affected the overall impression.
“Fried Tofu”
The braising sauce is flavorful but a bit salty, making it suitable to eat with rice or noodles.
“Healthy Black Fungus”
A refreshing dish, it has the perfect balance of sweet and sour, providing a nice contrast among the other oily and fragrant dishes on the table.
For the soups, we had “Radish Fish Ball Soup”
A bowl contains three fish balls, which are chewy, while the broth is light. The sweetness of the radish is infused into the soup, making it easy to drink.
For the main dishes, there’s “Dry Noodles”
The noodles are cooked to a suitable texture, and when mixed with fried shallots, the aroma is enticing. The sauce is savory without being greasy. Although the amount of accompanying side dishes is small, it is still acceptable for a snack bar and is simple yet tempting enough to make you want to order more.
Another bowl is the “Wonton Noodles”
The wonton skin is thin and filled with plenty of meat, which is not overly seasoned, paired with a mild broth that suits those who enjoy refreshing noodle soups.
Overall, the strength of Yu Xin Zhen Food Court lies in its round-the-clock operation, diverse menu, and quick service, which perfectly meets the needs of local students, office workers, and night owls. The flavors of the dishes mostly follow a conservative and stable pathway, without too much extravagant seasoning, making it a suitable choice for everyday dining. A small downside is that some dishes (like the scallion egg and fried tofu) could be improved in terms of temperature and saltiness for a more satisfying experience.
In summary, this is a convenient, fast, and affordable 24-hour Taiwanese food court, ideal for anyone wanting to fill their stomach at any time, whether it be the hunger from working late at night or a desire for a hot bowl of noodles in the morning!