Kaohsiung’s Late-Night Dining Spot: Skewers & Fried Foods Topped with Special Sauces

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In recent years, the late-night dining culture has flourished, with barbecue shops popping up like mushrooms after rain. The enticing aroma of grilled food paired with a cold beer makes it a relaxing spot for many office workers after a long day. In such a competitive market, a Chinese-style handmade skewer joint has managed to stand out and win us over with its exquisite craftsmanship—definitely worth sharing.

What started as a roadside barbecue stall at a night market, where the owner’s grilling skills quickly won over customers, finally got its own brick-and-mortar shop in early June this year. But with even fiercer competition in the barbecue scene, the shop insists on using handmade, fresh ingredients to tough it out.

The original food truck is still in use, clearly showing signs of wear from years of exposure to wind and rain. This place is the culmination of the owner couple’s hard work. The husband, who used to be a chef in Taipei, brings solid culinary skills. After returning, he chose to start anew with a roadside barbecue stall. Over the years, business has been doing well, and to provide a better dining environment, the owner decided to upgrade the long-running stall into a proper shop.

All the sauces and ingredients for the skewers are prepared by the owner alone. The meat is grilled from raw to cooked, unlike other night market stalls that pre-grill meat halfway and finish it when ordered. This one-step grilling method preserves the full freshness and flavor of the ingredients.

The indoor seating area, equipped with air conditioning, plays soft background music. The space is clean, comfortable, and bathed in dim lighting that sets the perfect mood for enjoying barbecue.

Drinks and alcoholic beverages are self-service, with payment settled all at once at the end.

The menu is broadly divided into four categories: skewers, fried foods, stir-fries, and hot pots. Since opening, the offerings have been continuously refined, and what remains are surely the shop’s signature dishes.

Customers can simply check off items on the table menu and hand it to the owner. When the shop first opened, only the owner couple was running it, preparing food fresh to order—so during busy times, a little patience is appreciated.

Cumin Lamb Skewers – 40 NTD each

The lamb’s hearty chewiness, paired with just the right amount of cumin, makes these skewers aromatic and utterly delicious.

Grilled Yellow-Green-Red Skewers – 40 NTD each

Vibrantly colored green peppers, sweet peppers, and mushrooms are cut into neat cubes for easy eating. Their juiciness remains intact even after grilling.

Bursting Cheese Pork Skewers – 40 NTD each

These unique cheese-filled meatballs, wrapped in pork, burst with molten cheese as you bite into them.

Soy-Glazed King Oyster Mushroom Skewers – 40 NTD each

The owner really knows their craft—the king oyster mushrooms are incredibly juicy and moist. None of us could stop praising them. We’ve never had king oysters this succulent before, and the sauce complements them perfectly. A must-try.

Thai Spicy Chicken – 60 NTD for three pieces

Teriyaki Chicken Leg Skewers – 40 NTD each

The chicken leg meat is unbelievably juicy, with a crispy, caramelized exterior and tender, succulent flesh inside. Absolutely amazing.

Soy Milk Thor Hammer Skewers – 60 NTD for three pieces

The name is delightfully quirky. The soy milk-marinated chicken is flavorful, and the whole skewer is wonderfully crispy and fragrant. The meat stays tender and never dry.

Grilled Fresh Oysters – 100 NTD for two (toward the end of the season, when oysters are smaller, it’s three for 100 NTD)

Enhanced with the fresh, tangy aroma of lemon and the shop’s special sauce, the flavor is uniquely delicious.

Tender Honey-Glazed Thigh Skewers – 70 NTD each

These hefty honey-glazed thigh skewers are perfect for meat lovers. Prepared with a sweet glaze, they’re indulgently flavorful and satisfying to eat.

Golden Prawn Skewers – 60 NTD each

The shrimp are coated in batter and deep-fried, keeping them whole—mayo and fried food make a delicious combo.

Pork croquette 70 TWD / 2 pieces

These croquettes are genuinely made with pork, and even the curry sauce is homemade. Sweet and savory, they’re sure to be a hit with kids.

Lemon garlic shrimp 200 TWD / 10 pieces

Served as a cold dish in summer and a hot dish in winter. The shrimp are marinated in a tangy sauce made from lemon juice and plum powder. Peeled and dipped in the sweet-and-sour sauce, they’re refreshingly delicious.

Garlic pork skewers 40 TWD / skewer

Despite being fairly thick, the pork isn’t dry at all—we’re impressed by how well the owner cooks them.

Southeast Asian-style chicken skewers 40 TWD / skewer

Spicy Southeast Asian-style chicken skewers, with even the dipping sauce handmade by the owner. The chicken is grilled from raw to cooked, resulting in tender and juicy meat.

Grilled chicken hearts 40 TWD / skewer

Most grilled chicken hearts elsewhere are pre-cooked halfway and finished when ordered, making them less juicy. Here, they’re grilled straight from raw to cooked—and the difference in texture is noticeable.

Cheese omelet 50 TWD

This unassuming omelet is bursting with aroma. When you cut into the fluffy omelet, you can see the melted cheese inside. It may not be oozing, but it’s enough to make this omelet special.

Grilled chicken skin skewers 40 TWD / skewer

The owner’s grilling skills are undeniable—just looking at them, you can tell how crispy they are. The chicken skin is fried to a perfect crisp, and you can even smell the rich fat aroma.

Grilled chicken wing drumettes 40 TWD / skewer

Just look how fragrant and crispy the chicken skin is—it’s mouthwatering!

Chinese-style stir-fried noodles 30 TWD

A BBQ joint serving stir-fried noodles? It’s a thoughtful touch by the owner, especially for budget-conscious customers. For just a little money, you get a filling meal.

Miso clam and chicken soup 80 TWD

The sweetness of the clams and chicken shines through in the miso broth, offering layers of umami in every sip—great value for money.

After twenty skewers and fried dishes, we were truly amazed. Unwilling to settle for the ordinary, this meticulous owner develops everything—from sauces to flavors—themselves, all just to serve juicy skewers. When we asked for their secret, they simply said they grill the meat from raw to cooked. To us, it’s professional-level BBQ. Aside from the beef, we tried almost everything, and there’s nothing to complain about. We couldn’t not share these amazing skewers—they’re the juiciest and most tender we’ve had among the places we’ve tried. Definitely worth adding to your must-visit list.

Handmade Chinese-style skewers
Address: No. 309-1, Dachang 2nd Rd., Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 0922-332655
Business hours: 18:00–01:00
Closed on Mondays

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