Tang Family Meatballs

Last updated 2026-11-16 — Near Nanmiao Market in Miaoli City, there’s a place called “Tang Family Meatballs.” The humble, old storefront has no signboard, yet it’s well-known to locals of all ages. Their meatballs are made entirely by hand, with over 600 sold every day. On holidays, when customer traffic is high, they often sell out by 3 PM. The meatballs not only have a soft yet chewy outer skin, but also feature generous fillings of large slices of pork, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms that are so enticing you’ll be left licking your lips in satisfaction. Their red bean soup is also exceptional—made from a mix of large and small red beans simmered to a soft, smooth consistency, it’s sweet, refreshing, and never cloying, making it a dish you could enjoy again and again. (Miaoli County)