This hand-made soup shop near Sanhe Night Market specializes in red meat soup and squid soup, taking a straightforward approach.

The mixed soup (NT$90) allows you to enjoy fresh squid and red meat soup. The squid is not breaded or rehydrated, and it's crunchy and fresh when bitten. The red meat soup is not the traditional minced meat type; instead, you can see the fibers and feel the meat texture, making it quite hearty. The broth is on the lighter side, not too thickened, and you can adjust the flavor to your liking with some black vinegar, chili, or pepper for a more balanced taste.

If you order the meat soup with rice, it feels filling, as it includes radish, scrambled egg, and cilantro. However, the braised pork rice (small NT$30) has a sauce primarily made from pork skin, with not much lean meat. Although it has a sticky, gelatinous texture, the seasoning is quite salty and lacks a bit of sweetness at the end. The steamed greens (NT$30) are basic; there’s nothing particularly amazing, but they meet the standard.

Overall, this soup place offers good value for money, especially with the noticeable quality of the soup. If braised pork isn’t your thing, you can just order the soup and plain rice, which is quite filling. If you live nearby or are visiting the night market, it’s worth stopping by to give it a try.

🔹Mixed Soup $90

• The broth is relatively light, making it quite refreshing to drink. Later, I added a little black vinegar, which enhanced the flavor complexity. Inside, there are fresh squid and minced meat soup; the squid is very fresh with a bit of crunch, while the minced meat soup has a firm texture and a distinct meat flavor. Overall, it’s quite good.

🔸Braised Pork Rice $30

• The flavor is average, with a higher proportion of fatty meat. The braising sauce isn’t particularly rich, and it’s not too salty, making it suitable for those who prefer lighter tastes. However, for friends who are concerned about greasiness or hesitant to eat fatty meat, this bowl may not be very appealing.

🔹Blanched Vegetables $30

• It depends on what is available that day; the one I had was Chinese cabbage. The doneness was just right—not too old—and it maintained the crispiness of the vegetables. With the restaurant’s braising sauce and a little soy sauce drizzled on top for flavor, it was overall simple and delicious.