A must-visit street in Tainan: 10 popular local foods on Guohua Street

Fushenghao Bowl Rice
With nearly 70 years of history, Fushenghao is the most renowned bowl rice eatery in the Tainan area. It is currently run by the third-generation owner, Wu Xuanhui. Despite being the third generation, the shop strives to maintain the traditional flavors passed down from the founder. Fushenghao’s bowl rice features options such as braised pork, braised eggs, shredded pork, and Chinese sausage, served with a slightly sweet and savory sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and pickled vegetables.

Address: No. 8, Lane 333, Section 2, Ximen Rd., West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-227-4101

▲ Kimtek Spring Rolls – generous and satisfying fillings. (Photo / from Kimtek Spring Rolls Facebook)

Kimtek Spring Rolls
Established in 1954, Kimtek Spring Rolls is an extremely popular local snack, especially around the Qingming Festival when queues start forming as early as 6:30 a.m.

Address: No. 19, Section 3, Minzu Rd., West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-228-5397

▲ Asong’s Sandwiched Bun. (Photo / by Pingzi)

Asong’s Sandwiched Bun
Asong’s Sandwiched Bun doesn’t use Dongpo pork or peanut powder. Instead, it features tender boiled lean meat, paired with pickled mustard greens and white radish, drizzled with a signature peanut sauce. Simple yet filling, it’s a must-try at Yongle Market. (Text / by Pingzi)

Address: No. 181, Section 3, Guohua St., West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-211-0453

▲ Qiu Family Small Squid Rice Vermicelli. (Photo / provided by netizen Chen Boru, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

Qiu Family Small Squid Rice Vermicelli
Also located on Guohua Street, Qiu Family Small Squid Rice Vermicelli doesn’t use any special seasonings—the broth is purely the natural sweetness of the small squid. The rice vermicelli is both chewy and melts in your mouth, making it very satisfying. The small squid is not only generous in portion but also bursting with umami.

Address: No. 5, Section 3, Guohua St., West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-221-0517

▲ Ye Family Small Squid Rice Vermicelli. (Photo / from press materials)

Ye Family Small Squid Rice Vermicelli
With over 80 years of history in Tainan, Ye Family Small Squid Rice Vermicelli has even attracted the visit of renowned director Ang Lee. Upon entering the shop, you’ll see chilled blocks of small squid—this is to keep them fresh and crisp. Next to them are steaming bowls of rice vermicelli. After you place your order, the shop staff will blanch the squid pieces in hot water, and the aroma hits you as soon as they’re served.

Address: No. 142, Section 2, Guohua St., West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-222-6142

▲ Yongle Beef Soup. (Photo / provided by Pingzi)

Yongle Beef Soup
Yongle Beef Soup is open from 3:00 AM to 11:00 AM, serving as an early-morning beef soup option and is a popular breakfast choice among locals.

Address: No. 175, Section 3, Guohua Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-211-2464

A Village Beef Soup
Address: No. 128, Section 3, Guohua Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-222-9446

Shijingjiu Oyster Omelet
Address: No. 182, Section 3, Guohua Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-223-5679

Guohua Street Pork Rice
Address: No. 104, Section 3, Minzu Road, West Central District, Tainan City

Yongle Shrimp Meatballs
Address: No. 169, Section 3, Guohua Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-225-1006