Taipei’s Famous Pig Trotter Shop Fills the Street with Aroma – You Can’t Get Any Without Queuing

▲ “Old-Fashioned Zhang,” located on Minzu West Road, is a well-known shop. (Photo by Old K)Old KProvided, same below)

Travel Center / Comprehensive Report

On a chilly winter day, a steaming bowl of soup paired with fragrant, juicy pig trotters is truly one of life’s great pleasures. This popular spot“Old-Fashioned Zhang’s Pig Trotters”is a top choice for foodies. If you come during meal hours, you absolutely won’t get any food without waiting in line for a while. And although the prices are a bit higher than usual, once you taste the deliciousness of the trotters, you’ll find it’s all worth it.

▲ The shop offers a full range of pig trotter cuts.

Choices include trotter butt, mid-leg, leg shank, and trotter tips, among others. Even the side dishes — such as fried tofu, shredded bamboo shoots, and pig skin — are diverse and plentiful. As for the trotters, one bite reveals a rich sauce flavor, tender yet slightly chewy texture, and delightfully springy tendons. The texture is excellent. As for the sides, the fried tofu is not only well-marinated but also firm with an aromatic broth flavor, making it perfect to order in multiple servings.

▲ The perfect pairing of trotters and sides is addictive.

In fact, every part of the pig trotters at Old-Fashioned Zhang is delicious, though pricing varies by cut. They also offer boxed meals, but these are only available for takeout. So if you’re unsure what to eat, you can also take some home. Those who haven’t tried this delicacy yet shouldn’t miss out.

Old-Fashioned Zhang’s Pig Trotters
Address: No. 296, Minzu West Road, Datong District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-2597-2519
Business Hours: 11:00–20:30 (Closed on Mondays)