One more trick makes it Taiwan’s only late-night must-eat salty crispy chicken shop in Tainan

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team, compiled and reported

Tainan is a top battleground for food, and in such a competitive environment, it’s crucial to give traditional snacks a unique twist. Located on Section 2 of Zhonghua East Road, “ICHIRO Aromatic Crispy Chicken” stands out from other stalls with its trendy façade and American-style decor, breaking the stereotype of what people typically expect from crispy chicken.

Aside from its distinctive interior, the star dish — aromatic crispy chicken — is made using a unique double-cooking method of deep-frying followed by stir-frying, making it the most unique crispy chicken shop in Taiwan. The owner marinates the chicken with over 20 types of seasonings, blending Taiwanese and American flavors. The marinated chicken is deep-fried until 80–90% cooked, then quickly stir-fried over high heat to achieve extra crispiness, and seasoned with custom-blended pepper salt, garlic, green onions, onions, and basil to deliver an incredibly flavorful bite.