A very famous restaurant had been on my list for a long time. I heard there are usually long lines, so I thought maybe there would be fewer people in Beitou? In the end, it was still super crowded.

Upon arriving, we first took a number. After our number was called, we received another number for entry. We could either place our orders using a QR code and pay at the machine, or order directly at the machine and check out. Then we just had to wait until our number was called for seating.

We waited for about 45 minutes. The dining environment was quite clean and bright, with self-service utensils, tissues, and sauces. I thought it was great that there was also a handwashing station at the self-service area. Since there were a lot of people, they used transparent partitions to separate the seats, so it felt a bit cramped. However, the food was served quite quickly. This time I ordered the Spicy Love and Hate Noodle, and the first bite was quite impressive; the flavor was rich and a bit spicy, but still acceptable. My friend ordered the Black Truffle Tossed Noodles, which had a fresher, more palatable taste, with the sauce clinging to the noodles. I thought both flavors were pretty good.

The soups were their signature dishes. I ordered the Ah-Gan Spicy Chicken Soup. The flavor of the spicy peppers was fragrant and slightly spicy, with plenty of cabbage in the soup that added a sweetness. Combined with the mild spiciness of the peppers, I found it delicious. The Clam and Chicken Soup also had a lot of cabbage, bringing sweetness to it as well. With the added flavor of the clams, I thought it tasted great. There were a ton of ingredients in the soup; the bowl was almost overflowing, and I was slightly confused about how to eat it once it arrived.

For the side dishes, we ordered the Marinated Dried Tofu and Blood Rice Cake, which I thought were okay but not particularly impressive. The Braised Pork Rice was the most ordinary dish I had ordered that day; for me, there was a bit too much fatty meat, and the sauce was slightly lacking. The noodles and soup were more outstanding.

Overall, except for the long wait and the somewhat cramped seating, the dining experience was quite good. The food was tasty, and the staff were pleasant, especially the one at the entrance who managed the confused guests with great patience. I would definitely like to visit again if given the opportunity.

Taipei Beitou - Known for its Michelin Bib Gourmand recommendation, famous for its healthy and original soup dishes. Every time I come, I must have a bowl of "Clam Stewed Chicken Leg Soup"! Shuangyue has opened many branches, and this time I came to Beitou specifically to try it out. I discovered a new set menu called "Eat Like Oppa," which costs 520 NT and includes:
🔹 Clam Stewed Chicken Leg Soup
🔹 Spicy Pepper Noodles
🔹 Shuangyue Dried Oysters
🔹 Braised Golden Barramundi

Additionally, we ordered an extra noodle dish:
📍 Black Truffle Mixed Noodles NT$99
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A mild black truffle flavor, the sauce isn't overly rich, and the noodles are chewy. I find it decent, though not particularly impressive.

📍 Spicy Pepper Noodles
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This is Shuangyue's most recommended noodle dish. I love the aroma of Sichuan pepper, though it's not too spicy, and it perfectly blends with the sesame sauce! Delicious!

📍 Clam Stewed Chicken Leg Soup
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Five stars recommended! The cabbage and clams are fully infused into the soup, making it super fresh and sweet. The chicken leg pieces are ample, not too tough, nor too tender.

📍 Shuangyue Dried Oysters
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A generous portion of fresh oysters, lightly seasoned, with shredded ginger at the bottom for added flavor.

📍 Braised Golden Barramundi
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This dish is a bit ordinary, with a relatively mild braised flavor. It's more about purely enjoying the fish itself.

▶️ Environment
🔹 The dining area is quite large, accommodating around 25-30 people.
🔹 The decor is clean and simple.
🔹 Offers self-service drinking water and burdock tea (small cups).
🔹 Self-service utensils.

▶️ Helpful Tips
🔹 Take a number upon entering and wait for it to be called.
🔹 Use the ordering machine to pay (separate machines for cash and credit card/mobile payment).

▶️ Overall Review
🔹 Every time I finish eating at Shuangyue, I can't wait for the next visit! The soups are truly impeccable. I recommend each person get their own bowl of soup, as sharing one bowl between two people might not be enough, haha!

📍New Beitou Station, Taipei

Shuangyue is a very famous soup restaurant in Taipei, known for its various soup dishes. This time, I tried the branch in Beitou, located next to Beitou Park. The business is very good; during lunchtime, there is a bit of a wait before being directed to the self-service ordering machine. There are quite a few seating options, and the dining environment is pretty nice.

Dishes 🥘

• Energetic A-Gan Shredded Lean Pork Soup / 110 NTD:
  The flavor is a sweet and spicy sensation, with noticeable spiciness, but the sweetness of the cabbage and the spiciness of the chili blend well together, highlighting the sweet aftertaste. However, there were a bit too many meat scraps today, which slightly affected the appearance.

• Love-Hate Mixed Noodles / 70 NTD:
  I really liked the noodles; they are made of a thicker type that holds the sauce well. They were cooked perfectly—not too hard, while still maintaining the texture of thick noodles. Paired with the special sesame sauce and pepper powder, the aroma of the sauce combined perfectly with the spice in the mouth, highly recommended to try!

• Oily Golden Braised Pork Rice / 50 NTD:
  I felt that this bowl of braised pork rice was a bit lacking in the amount of pork given, which was disappointing for its price. Moreover, the pork itself wasn't particularly outstanding and felt a bit empty; I might not order it again next time.

• Golden Fresh Bass Clams / 200 NTD:
  The fish was very fresh and in large pieces, but be careful as there may be some leftover fish bones. The soup contained a lot of soft, well-stewed cabbage, and the flavor was quite fresh and sweet; there was no heavy feeling when drinking it.

• Lucky Braised Egg ($10 each) + Relaxed Tofu Skin ($25):
  All of Shuangyue's braised dishes are made with chicken broth and pure brewed soy sauce, without any chemical ingredients, so you won’t feel dry after eating.

📍Beitou District, Taipei City (near Xinbeitou Metro Station🚉 & Beitou Park⛲️)
Famous for its soup dishes | Slogan: The number one brand of health soups for the Chinese community🥣

Shuangyue is a restaurant I frequently order takeout from!
The food is thoughtfully packed (the sauce for the dry noodles is separated from the noodles!), generous portions, and great quality, not much more expensive than dining in.

This time it was my first visit to dine in at Shuangyue🍴

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Ordered items:
🌶️ Energetic A-Gan Pulled Pork Soup ($110):
This is the must-order soup every time I get takeout🤣 Unfortunately, there was a bit too much meat residue in the soup today, which affected the experience of drinking it. Although it uses lean meat, the soup base is still chicken soup (there’s also another version with chicken thigh).
I absolutely love the combination of pulled chili peppers and chicken soup; the spiciness isn’t high, and it’s a gentle, heartwarming match.

Additionally, I particularly liked the cabbage in the soup—I saw on the website they claim to use high-altitude cabbage, and I could definitely feel that the cabbage was cooked for a long time to become very tender, yet still retained the sweetness and crispness of high-altitude cabbage.

🍜 Love-Hate Mixed Noodles ($70):
Also a must-order every time!
The noodles have a slight thickness and great chewy texture, making them very delicious. It’s quite a unique type of noodle, as you rarely find noodles with this texture.

The sauce base is sesame sauce, with a little chili powder for seasoning; personally, I don’t think it’s as spicy as Sichuan pepper, but be aware that this dish is spicier than the pulled chili soup.

🍚 Oily Braised Pork Rice ($50):
The fat-to-lean ratio is about nine to one; the sauce portion could be a bit more generous.

🐟 Fresh Sea Bass with Clams ($200):
A very sweet soup base, which is much milder in flavor compared to the previous soup—the balance of flavors is really well captured, allowing you to taste both the sea bass and the clams.

🥚 Lucky Braised Egg ($10 each) + Tofu Skin ($25):
I’ve tried several of Shuangyue’s braised dishes, and personally, I recommend the braised egg; the others are rather ordinary.

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Notes:
🔸 The dining environment can be somewhat crowded; couples will need to share tables, and you’ll need to take a number and wait. The number vending machine is on the right side upon entering the restaurant.
🔸 There are also several chairs outside for waiting for your number (Arrived on Sunday at 12:30, had to wait about 15 minutes).