In business for over 60 years, these 3 old-school ice shops remain hugely popular

Taiseng Fruit Shop
Established for around 80 years, “Taiseng Fruit Shop” boasts walls covered in interview clippings, a testament to its fame. Though there are only a few seats at the entrance, the place is always bustling with customers. Its most famous offering is the limited-time watermelon series ice, where half a watermelon is topped with various fruit-flavored shaved ice balls based on different flavors—offering super high refreshment value. Netizens willingly wait in long lines just to taste this wildly popular local watermelon ice.

Address: No. 80, Zhengxing Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: (06)228-1794

▲ Lily Fruit Shop, selling ice for over 60 years. (Photo / Xiao Hu)

Lily Fruit Shop
With a history of over 60 years, Lily Fruit Shop immediately captivates visitors with its piles of fresh fruits and uniquely shaped watermelons—the first impression it gives. The combination of fresh fruit and classic clear ice creates fruit ices that are incredibly cooling and refreshing. The shop is even more renowned for its fruit slice series; tomato slices dipped in a special sauce offer a unique flavor you can’t miss here.

Address: No. 199, Section 1, Fufront Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: (06)213-7522


▲ Hualien’s ultra-popular ice shop “Fengchun Ice Shop,” famous for its smooth taro that leaves a lasting impression. (Photo / Provided by IG@k.y73, no reposting without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

Fengchun Ice Shop
A must-visit ice shop in Hualien is Fengchun Ice Shop located in Shoufeng Township, also with a history of over 60 years. What’s most special is that its toppings are simmered using a traditional roasting method, paired with sugarcane ice that has a texture unlike regular ice. The small shop dedicates half its space to ice-making machines, exuding a rich old-time vibe. The ice treats made following traditional methods simply taste different. In summer, the queue outside the shop is always long.

Address: No. 79, Section 1, Shoufeng Road, Shoufeng Township, Hualien County
Phone: 03-865-1530