Raohe Street Night Market is a must-visit when in Taipei!
Raohe Street Night Market is one of Taipei's most popular night markets between both locals & tourists, with good reason too! Filled neatly with spacious rows of stalls that include famous Michelin-recommended street food, clothes, accessories, games and more, this night market has literally everything you need from food to entertainment!
Read on for 12 of our recommended food stalls to visit for a true taste of Taiwan!
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How to get to Raohe Street Night Market
Located on Raohe Street in the Songshan district of Taipei city with a total length of 600m, the main night market area is between Section 4 of Bade Road and Raohe Street. Look for the famous red lanterns hanging high next to Ciyou Temple and that is where the entrance to Raohe Street Night Market will be.
Here are some transportation options to get to Raohe Street Night Market :
- Taipei Metro: Take the MRT to the Songshan Station and leave from Exit 5, then walk along the Guangfu South Road to get to Raohe Street.
- Bus: Take bus routes 204, 205, 212, 276, 306, 502, 605, 622, 629, or 660 to the Songshan Tobacco Factory stop or the Ciyou Temple stop, then walk for about 5 minutes to reach Raohe Street.
- Taxi/Uber: You can also take a taxi or Uber directly to the night market. It is recommended to use a taxi meter or confirm the fare with the driver in advance.
1. Dong Fa Hao Oyster Vermicelli (百年老店東發號蚵仔麵線)
Image by: Dong Fa Hao Facebook
Tucked away in an alley in Raohe Night Market lies a century-old shop called Dong Fa Hao that's been in business for more than 80 years, and they only sell three items: vermicelli, meat soup, and Taiwanese sticky rice!
The shop is located next to the Land God Temple in Raohe Night Market, and although it only sells three items, it's always packed with people. The meat soup and vermicelli have a clear broth that's thickend with starch, resulting in a slightly sweet taste. If you prefer a stronger flavor, we recommend adding some chili and black vinegar.
#KlookTip: We really recommend their Taiwanese sticky rice which has a traditional sesame oil fragrance! And it tastes even better when served with some sweet and spicy sauce on top.
Dong Fa Hao
- Address: No. 94, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: 8.30am - 12am
2. Ming Peng Xia Gang Stinky Toufu (名彭下港臭豆腐)
Image by: Ming Peng Xia Gang Facebook
A must-try at Raohe Night Market is the famous stinky tofu from Ming Peng Xia Gang! Many will recommend trying the crispy stinky tofu, mixed pancakes, and mala duck blood, but we recommend trying the stinky tofu first! The outer layer of the stinky tofu is fried to a perfect crisp, but the inside remains very tender and juicy. It goes really well with Taiwanese-style pickled cabbage!
#KlookTip: This place is always crowded, so be prepared to queue up during weekends!
Ming Peng Xia Gang Stinky Toufu
- Address: No. 189, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: 5pm - 12am
3. Fuzhou Shizu Pepper Cake (福州世祖胡椒餅) | Michelin Bib Gourmand Recommended
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Recommended by the Michelin Bib Gourmand, Fuzhou Shizu Pepper Cake is located right at the entrance of Raohe Night Market, and even before getting to see the shop, you would have already caught a whif of the pepper cake's fragrant aroma and seen the constant line of people queuing up!
The round pepper cakes are sprinkled with sesame seeds and have a slightly charred flavor. When you take a bite, the filling is full and juicy, and the meat juice has a hint of pepper aroma, making you feel really happy after eating it
Fuzhou Shizu Pepper Cake
- Address: No. 249, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City (next to Ciyou Temple)
- Business hours: 3.30pm - 12am (until 1am on holidays)
4. Chen Tung Pork Ribs Medicinal Herbs Soup (陳董藥燉排骨) | Michelin Bib Gourmand Recommended
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Apart from the famous pepper cakes, another highly recommended stall at Raohe Night Market that has been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand for 4 years in a row is Chen Tung Medicinal Herb Stewed Pork Ribs.
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Although there are many stalls selling medicinal herb stewed pork ribs, the quality of the meat at Chen Tung is sweeter and more delicious. The soup is made by simmering pork ribs and Chinese herbs, resulting in a rich and warm amber-colored broth!
#KlookTip: Try their medicinal herb stewed lamb that's also very tasty without any gamey taste
Chen Tung Pork Ribs Medicinal Herbs Soup
- Address: No. 160, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City 105
- Business hours: 4.30pm - 12.30am
5. A Kuo Lu Wei (阿國滷味) | Michelin Bib Gourmand Recommended
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Another Michelin Bib Gourmand recommended stall in Raohe Night Market is A Kuo Lu Wei, that serves braised dishes with a fresher taste that allows you to savor the original flavor of the ingredients.
If you're a fan of braised dishes, you'll be happy to know that there's a wide variety of options to choose from at A Kuo's stall, all at affordable prices. Don't miss out on their braised duck wings if you love gnawing on bones!
Their rice cakes, hundred-layer tofu, and bean curd skins are also highly recommended for their rich flavor. If you like pickled vegetables, be sure to try their dishes with added flavor and layers of taste.
A Kuo Lu Wei
- Address: No. 759, Section 4, Bade Road, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business Hours: 4.30pm - 11.30pm (Closed on Mondays)
6. Red braised beef noodle & offal soup" (紅燒牛肉麵、牛雜湯) | Michelin Bib Gourmand Recommended
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With no name but only a cartoon cow logo on a yellow sign, this red braised beef noodle soup stall has been recommended by the Michelin Bib Gourmand for two consecutive years and is also a must-try in Raohe night market!
While this signature beef noodle soup uses the tender and expensive beef shank, a bowl of noodles with plenty of large beef shank pieces costs only a little over NT$100 (~$4.30), making a meal here very economical and affordable.
The beef offal soup is also highly recommended by many people, with every piece being soft and chewy and served in large portions. However, we must warn you that the spice levels here are over the roof!
Raohe Night Market Unknown Braised Beef Noodles and Offal Soup
- Address: In front of booth 63, Raohe Street Night Market
- Business hours: 5.30pm - 12am
7. Golden Award Dongshan Duck Head (金賞東山鴨頭)
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The duck head is first stewed in maltose, Chinese herbs, and soy sauce, and then fried to a crispy texture. Although everything looks dark, don't judge a book by its cover as the taste is actually salty and sweet, and very addictive.
Golden Award Dongshan Duck Head is a long-established brand on Raohe Street and we recommend trying the seaweed, pig's blood cake, fried quail eggs, and tian bu la (甜不辣). Did we also mention that after ordering, your food will be fried again to enhance the taste and texture!
Golden Award Dongshan Duck Head
- Address: No. 138, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: 5pm - 12am
8. Fukushima Yaki (福島屋圓圓燒)
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Owned by a Japanese and also being highly raved about online, Fukushima Yaki is another popular stall in Raohe Night Market that you need to visit. It looks a bit like a circular version of Okonomiyaki, with a round iron plate filled with batter, lots of cabbage, bacon, squid, shrimp, cheese balls, and topped with an egg.
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Before serving, mayonnaise and dried bonito flakes are sprinkled on, resulting in an entertaining dance due to the heat of the dish. With one bite, you can taste every single ingredient working in harmony. just be careful not to burn your mouth!
Fukushima Yaki
- Address: Near No. 138, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: Monday-Saturday 5pm - 11.30pm / Sunday 4.30pm - 12am
9. Mr. Shi's Spicy Tofu (施老闆麻辣豆腐) | Michelin Bib Gourmand Recommended
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Mr. Shi's Spicy Tofu is famous within Raohe Night Market, and they even have a Michelin Bib Gourmand recommendation too! The menu is numbered, making it easy for customers to order by giving the number of the dish they want.
Each dish has four levels of spiciness to choose from and we recommend trying the stinky tofu, duck blood, pig's intestine soup, and fried stinky tofu.
The stinky tofu at Shi Boss is very thick and fluffy, and has a great texture without being too dry. The spicy duck blood is also large, fresh and tender, with a hint of traditional Chinese medicine flavour in the broth.
#KlookTip: It's free to add soup to your dish!
Mr. Shi's Spicy Tofu
- Address: No. 189, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: 5pm - 12am
10. Yu Pin Yuan Iced and Hot Tangyuan (御品元冰火湯圓)
Image by: Yu Pin Yuan Iced and Hot Tangyuan Facebook
Yu Pin Yuan Iced and Hot Tangyuan is a must-try dessert (especially during summer) and it consists of three glutinous rice balls with sesame and peanuts on top of a bed of ice. Being chilled, they are even chewier and the peanut and sesame fillings inside are super fragrant.
After finishing the Tangyuan, you can also drizzle the prepared osmanthus honey and lemon juice on top, which turns the disht into a refreshing osmanthus honey ice dessert. It's sour and sweet, and it's a must-have for summer!
Yu Pin Yuan Iced and Hot Tangyuan
- Address: No. 142, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: 5pm - 12am
11. Yang Pork Rib Crispy Noodles (楊排骨酥麵)
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If you're looking for a savoury and heartwarming meal, Yang Crispy Pork Bone Noodles at Raohe Night Market is just the dish for you, with a very sweet and rich broth that is not too oily!
The best thing about the crispy pork bone is that it has cartilage inside, so when you bite into it, you can enjoy the dual texture of meat and cartilage. Each piece of crispy pork bone is well-marinated, and the noodles are yellow oil noodles, topped up with the slightly sweet broth and braised egg, it makes for a perfect meal!
Yang Pork Rib Crispy Noodles
- Address: No. 62, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: 4.30pm - 1.30am
12. Xiao Wang Zi Yi Lan Egg Pancake (小旺仔宜蘭蛋餅)
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If you're looking for something to munch on while exploring the night market, Xiao Wang Zi Yi Lan Egg Pancake is the snack for you! Not only is it reasonably priced, but the crepe skin is very thin and similar to wonton skin. It is large and crispy to the bite, with a generous filling of cabbage.
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The layers are distinct, crunchy and refreshing, with a rich aroma of egg crepe. We recommend adding a little soy sauce and chilli oil to enhance the flavour and make the pancake even more delicious!
Xiao Wang Zi Yi Lan Egg Pancake
- Address: No. 206, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
- Business hours: 5pm - 11.30pm
小旺仔宜蘭蛋餅
- 地址：台北市松山區饒河街206號
- 營業時間：17:00-23:30
More things to do in Taipei
Besides giving a visit to Raohe Street Night Market, there are actually many other night markets within Taipei that you should check out too, each with its own unique flair!
If you're staying in Taipei, we recommend visiting the Rainbow Bridge, Ciyou Temple, or Wufenpu during the day. As for accommodations, you can consider staying at amba Taipei Songshan 台北松山意舍酒店, which is close to Songshan Station and Raohe Night Market. Did we also mention that some of their rooms have views of Taipei 101 too!
If you get tired from the night market, you can go to Taisin Thai Traditional Massage for a foot massage and then go back to the night market for more food!
