New Taichung Vending Machine BBQ N
Last updated 2026-11-09 — During my last one-day trip to Taichung, I grabbed a bite near the Big City shopping mall. Right across the street was the BBQ N
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During my last one-day trip to Taichung, I grabbed a bite near the Big City shopping mall. Right across the street was the BBQ N Nini’s Mini Review >> Reasonably priced, with generous portions, plus free unlimited soup and drinks—very satisfying.
BBQ Rice is located near Shuguang High School, which explains why it attracts many students. There is a parking lot nearby, making it convenient for drivers. I’ve only used the vending machine at Ichiran Ramen before, not one for rice meals. But I found it quite novel.
Upon arrival, line up at the entrance to use the vending machine to order. After getting your ticket, hand it to the staff. Minimum spend is NT$160 per person, kids under 120 cm are exempt. No service charge.
At first, I was a bit puzzled by the sign—was it “Herbal Collagen Bone Marrow Noodle Soup” or “BBQ N
There are storage compartments under the chairs for bags. Free self-service area for soup and drinks.
A variety of seasonings are available for self-service.
I didn’t expect the shop to even add chopped green onions to the complimentary miso soup. Plenty of tofu and kelp. The saltiness is just right for Taiwanese tastes.
Menu.
Noodle dishes range from NT$120 to NT$200.
Rice dishes are NT$180 to NT$240. Both noodles and rice are reasonably priced.
Full and ready for an outing. Our first meal of the day—and everyone was hungry and ordered a lot.
Osaka Pancake with Fried Chicken – NT$80
It’s kind of like takoyaki, except the octopus balls are replaced with chicken. The flavor is mild, with the aroma of dried bonito and seaweed powder. The chicken isn’t dry and isn’t too greasy. A safe choice.
Spicy Wontons – NT$60
It’s pretty unique to find red oil wontons at a BBQ rice restaurant. I was initially worried it might not be great, but it turned out to be unexpectedly professional. As soon as it was served, the aroma of the chili oil wafted over and caught everyone’s attention. It’s recommended to dip the wontons fully in the sauce underneath before eating. At first, a friend tried it plain and found the flavor a bit mild. But after dipping it in the sauce, the numbness, fragrance, and spiciness of the wontons really came through. Overall, it was pretty good.
Grilled Mentaiko Potatoes – NT$80
Nini loves mentaiko (spicy cod roe)! It’s kind of magical how well it pairs with so many foods. And it’s also quite lucky—dishes that go with mentaiko just seem to shine. Took a bite and found the mentaiko layer almost as thick as the potato slice. Personally, I prefer softer potato texture, so a slightly mushier consistency would be even better.
Sirloin Beef N< $280
I originally wanted to try the Angus beef N<, but the staff said it was sold out, so they recommended the sirloin beef to us. Interestingly, the sirloin beef N< isn’t on the menu—it’s a hidden item concept.
The meat had a beautiful rose-pink color. The sauce had moderate saltiness and a pleasant hint of sweetness. The sirloin had a decent beefy flavor for the price.
Signature Grilled Beef N< $180
With any N rice, the server will ask whether you want the egg soft-boiled or hard-boiled when ordering. Is this something to consider? Of course, nothing beats a runny yolk for perfection. I love watching the golden egg yolk seep into the meat and rice."/travel/pic/20171129/650820518953c449cf65149f9a4a38af.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400"/>
The rice soaked up the sweet grilled beef sauce and egg mixture, and with the beef covered in egg — it was the most soul-satisfying way to enjoy the rice bowl. The beef, enriched with the egg, had a smoother and richer mouthfeel.
Korean-style BBQ Rice – NT$200
Comes with BBQ sauce. I personally prefer the original flavor without sauce. So far, every bowl of N rice is topped with the same pork belly sauce. The pork belly is cut from the belly section, with a balanced fat-to-lean ratio that's not too greasy. Among the three bowls of N rice, everyone agreed that the beef was better than the pork.
Stewed Collagen Tender Bone Noodles $160
This was my first time trying tender bone noodles, and I found it quite refreshing. The broth is light with a subtle herbal aroma, which everyone quite liked. Especially the tender bones, stewed until soft and translucent—when you bite into them, there's not even a hint of crunch from the cartilage. It’s like eating something slightly crisp, effortlessly breaking apart. It’s hard to imagine cartilage being stewed to this level.
The noodle itself has a nice bite. Even after soaking in the broth for a while, it didn’t become overly mushy. Absorbing the flavors, it carries a faint herbal fragrance that suits Nini’s taste.
If you're tired of the food court in the department store, come to Yakitori N.
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Address: No. 167, Minquan Road, East District, Hsinchu City (opposite Hsinchu Big City)
Phone: 03-5334795
Business Hours: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
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Text & Photos byNini’s Foodie Box
During my last one-day trip to Taichung, I grabbed a bite near the Big City shopping mall. Right across the street was the BBQ N Nini’s Mini Review >> Reasonably priced, with generous portions, plus free unlimited soup and drinks—very satisfying. BBQ Rice is located near Shuguang High School, which explains why it attracts many students. There is a parking lot nearby, making it convenient for drivers. I’ve only used the vending machine at Ichiran Ramen before, not one for rice meals. But I found it quite novel. Upon arrival, line up at the entrance to use the vending machine to order. After getting your ticket, hand it to the staff. Minimum spend is NT$160 per person, kids under 120 cm are exempt. No service charge. At first, I was a bit puzzled by the sign—was it “Herbal Collagen Bone Marrow Noodle Soup” or “BBQ N There are storage compartments under the chairs for bags. Free self-service area for soup and drinks. A variety of seasonings are available for self-service. I didn’t expect the shop to even add chopped green onions to the complimentary miso soup. Plenty of tofu and kelp. The saltiness is just right for Taiwanese tastes. Menu. Noodle dishes range from NT$120 to NT$200. Rice dishes are NT$180 to NT$240. Both noodles and rice are reasonably priced. Full and ready for an outing. Our first meal of the day—and everyone was hungry and ordered a lot. Osaka Pancake with Fried Chicken – NT$80 It’s kind of like takoyaki, except the octopus balls are replaced with chicken. The flavor is mild, with the aroma of dried bonito and seaweed powder. The chicken isn’t dry and isn’t too greasy. A safe choice. It’s pretty unique to find red oil wontons at a BBQ rice restaurant. I was initially worried it might not be great, but it turned out to be unexpectedly professional. As soon as it was served, the aroma of the chili oil wafted over and caught everyone’s attention. It’s recommended to dip the wontons fully in the sauce underneath before eating. At first, a friend tried it plain and found the flavor a bit mild. But after dipping it in the sauce, the numbness, fragrance, and spiciness of the wontons really came through. Overall, it was pretty good. Grilled Mentaiko Potatoes – NT$80 Nini loves mentaiko (spicy cod roe)! It’s kind of magical how well it pairs with so many foods. And it’s also quite lucky—dishes that go with mentaiko just seem to shine. Took a bite and found the mentaiko layer almost as thick as the potato slice. Personally, I prefer softer potato texture, so a slightly mushier consistency would be even better. Sirloin Beef N< $280 I originally wanted to try the Angus beef N<, but the staff said it was sold out, so they recommended the sirloin beef to us. Interestingly, the sirloin beef N< isn’t on the menu—it’s a hidden item concept. The meat had a beautiful rose-pink color. The sauce had moderate saltiness and a pleasant hint of sweetness. The sirloin had a decent beefy flavor for the price. Signature Grilled Beef N< $180 With any N rice, the server will ask whether you want the egg soft-boiled or hard-boiled when ordering. Is this something to consider? Of course, nothing beats a runny yolk for perfection. I love watching the golden egg yolk seep into the meat and rice."/travel/pic/20171129/650820518953c449cf65149f9a4a38af.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400"/> The rice soaked up the sweet grilled beef sauce and egg mixture, and with the beef covered in egg — it was the most soul-satisfying way to enjoy the rice bowl. The beef, enriched with the egg, had a smoother and richer mouthfeel. Korean-style BBQ Rice – NT$200 Comes with BBQ sauce. I personally prefer the original flavor without sauce. So far, every bowl of N rice is topped with the same pork belly sauce. The pork belly is cut from the belly section, with a balanced fat-to-lean ratio that's not too greasy. Among the three bowls of N rice, everyone agreed that the beef was better than the pork. Stewed Collagen Tender Bone Noodles $160 This was my first time trying tender bone noodles, and I found it quite refreshing. The broth is light with a subtle herbal aroma, which everyone quite liked. Especially the tender bones, stewed until soft and translucent—when you bite into them, there's not even a hint of crunch from the cartilage. It’s like eating something slightly crisp, effortlessly breaking apart. It’s hard to imagine cartilage being stewed to this level. The noodle itself has a nice bite. Even after soaking in the broth for a while, it didn’t become overly mushy. Absorbing the flavors, it carries a faint herbal fragrance that suits Nini’s taste. If you're tired of the food court in the department store, come to Yakitori N.
Spicy Wontons – NT$60
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Address: No. 167, Minquan Road, East District, Hsinchu City (opposite Hsinchu Big City)
Phone: 03-5334795
Business Hours: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Nini’s Pork Bao Box on PIXNET:http://nini3366.pixnet.net /blog
Nini’s Pork Bao Box - Not Absolutely Taste Buds Facebook Fan Page:https://www.facebook.com/nini3366/
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