Recommended by locals in Yilan: Top 10 must-try old shops at Dongmen Night Market

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In the early days, we locals used to call Yilan’s Dongmen Night Market “Triangle Park” because it was so close to home, making it a frequent spot for late-night snacks. With the opening of the Hsuehshan Tunnel, it’s now crowded not just on holidays, but also filled with many new shops. However, we still love those old storefronts. Today, we’re introducing the street foods we’ve been eating since childhood—this list will keep growing ^^

Must-Try #1 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Liang Dawei’s 10 NT BBQ
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This is the BBQ place our family has been going to since we were kids. It’s right at the entrance and very noticeable, but with rising prices, not everything is 10 NT anymore!!

Must-Try #2 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Shaken Ice
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After your BBQ, grab something cold—this spot is right next door. We highly recommend the lemon and mung bean flavors—they’re made with real ingredients!!

Must-Try #3 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Peng’s Scallion Pancake
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This place is getting more popular, so remember to line up early. Add an egg and sauce for the full flavor experience.

Must-Try #4 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Dongshan Duck Head (Old Shop)
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This long-standing shop is not far from the entrance. Since the beginning, it’s remained the one and only—none of the other locations in Yilan are their branches. Don’t miss the tofu, tongue, fish cake, duck neck, and duck head.

Must-Try #5 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Three-Color Pudding with Eight Treasures
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We’ve loved this flavor since we were kids. It’s generous with toppings and filling. Even though it went up 5 NT, it’s still super affordable. Usually, after this, you won’t have room for anything else.

Must-Try #6 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Stinky Tofu Under the Bridge
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Ask for extra pickled vegetables, that’s what we always say when ordering—we love their pickles. Then sit down and grab a bowl of tofu pudding from the nearby shop.

Must-Try #7 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Old Shop Tofu Pudding
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This is the tofu pudding shop we always go to with the stinky tofu spot. My mom is picky about tofu pudding, but this one is rich and satisfying. Even when we’re sick with a cold, we’ll still get a cup with ginger juice. Also, no matter what toppings you add, the price stays the same.

Must-Try #8 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Du Hao Roast
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This is a nostalgic snack for Yilan kids who grew up in the '90s and early 2000s. Who would’ve thought we’d still be able to eat it as adults? The little stall is now near the parking lot area (at the intersection between the food zone and shopping area), and there’s usually a long line—be prepared.

Must-Try #9 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – Fragrant Chicken City
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The only remaining Fragrant Chicken City in Taiwan—why not give it a try?! Of course, you should!! Even just taking a photo with the chicken sign out front is satisfying, haha. Otherwise, buying a whole roasted chicken to take back to your homestay or hotel is totally worth it.

Must-Try #10 at Yilan Dongmen Night Market – 1963 Ice Cream
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This 50-year-old ice cream shop is lesser-known because you have to cross the railway to get there—it’s a bit of a walk. They offer a wide variety of flavors: peanut, red bean, pineapple, milk, strawberry, passion fruit, and taro. It has even more options than Heidian Ice, so give it a try.

[Dongmen Night Market (Under Donggang Bridge)]
Address: No. 7, Shenghou Street, Yilan City (Fragrant Chicken City)
Phone: 03-9360319 (Fragrant Chicken City)

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