Open until 2 AM!! Kaohsiung’s ultra-affordable Hong Kong-style dim sum features delicious secret-recipe char siu noodles

Text & Photos /Hu Li Xiao Hai Hai

Foodies often get hungry late at night, but many restaurants are closed and nothing’s available. Temple Mouth Dim Sum, which serves meals from dinner time through to late-night snacks, is a great choice. The newly opened Temple Mouth Dim Sum Lin Sen Flagship Store has upgraded its dine-in seating space—same affordable dishes, but now with a more comfortable and entirely new experience. It feels especially atmospheric to have late-night snacks here XD, making it perfect for gathering with friends to enjoy dim sum and chat.

▲ Secret-recipe char siu noodles NTD100 (Flagship Store exclusive)
This secret-recipe char siu noodles is only available at the Lin Sen Flagship Store. Though the dish looks simple, its flavor is actually quite excellent. The char siu is marinated in a secret family sauce, resulting in a richly fragrant and smooth taste.

▲ The unique family-secret sauce has layers of flavor, with sweet-and-salty notes that blend perfectly into the char siu. Its slightly salty taste pairs just right with the noodles.

▲ This bowl is mixed with a special sauce; the Q-textured noodles are coated with a thick, aromatic fragrance. Every bite delivers the sauce’s aroma, and it pairs wonderfully with vegetables. It’s an exclusive flavor from the Temple Mouth Dim Sum Lin Sen Flagship Store—come and try something new.

▲ Purple sticky rice pearl balls (3 pcs) NTD60
Temple Mouth Dim Sum also offers Hong Kong-style dim sum, so you can really indulge. Sally ordered her favorite purple sticky rice pearl balls—three pieces per order.

▲ Made with carefully selected pork hind leg meat for the filling, paired with fresh vegetables to add a refreshing touch and satisfying bite. It’s fragrant without being greasy, and there’s also the unique Q-texture of purple sticky rice.

▲ Crab-flavored steamed siu mai (3 pcs) NTD70
The color scheme of the crab-flavored steamed siu mai is really beautiful, topped with thick slices of imitation crab, giving it a particularly rich taste. This Hong Kong-style dim sum is also one that Hu Li often enjoys.

▲ The filling of the siu mai also uses pork hind leg meat, with a full, firm and chewy texture—no meaty aftertaste. Vegetables are added to balance the flavors, making it more refreshing to eat.

▲ Takuwan egg pancake NTD45 (Hidden menu item)
The hidden menu item we tried that day was the takuwan egg pancake—its rich takuwan filling is wrapped inside a crispy egg pancake, making it perfect for meat lovers to try something new.

▲ This flavor leans slightly Taiwanese, with a bit of spiciness and milder spice notes. It gets more flavorful the more you chew, especially when eaten with the crispy egg pancake.

▲ Crispy kimchi egg pancake NTD45
Kimchi-loving Hu Li ordered a crispy kimchi egg pancake, which is also a popular flavor at Temple Mouth Dim Sum.

▲ The crispy egg pancake wraps golden kimchi, offering a super crispy bite. The rich flavor isn’t greasy at all—the fragrance of the golden kimchi actually highlights the unique eggy taste.

▲ Special garlic-infused over-easy egg thick toast (half-boiled egg / can add cheese) NTD50
A rare garlic-infused thick toast, plus a half-boiled egg and cheese—it’s pretty addictive. You can adjust how well-done the egg is; just remember to note it on the order form or tell the staff.

▲ The thick toast is already sliced into four sections—you can slightly pull it apart to let the egg drip down onto the garlic-infused thick toast.

▲ Eaten together with the half-boiled egg, the texture becomes richer. The toast has a very intense flavor, bursting with garlic aroma. It’s crispy yet soft—and not bad at all. This is a good savory light meal option.

▲ American-style combo platter NTD120
Perfect for sharing with a group, the American-style combo platter includes onion rings, fries, chicken nuggets, and taro sticks—all freshly fried and served hot.

▲ The taro sticks are crispy outside and soft inside, with a sweet-and-salty flavor that’s very likable. The onion rings are solid and lightly fragrant—every fried item is super moreish. This dish is ideal for larger groups.

▲ Healthful mushroom chicken soup NTD60

When it’s cooler or if you’re in the mood for a warm soup, Temple Mouth Dim Sum also offers this—this healthful mushroom chicken soup is extremely popular, and many young women love to order it.

▲ The homemade chicken soup is rich yet not greasy, made with carefully selected tender chicken to retain its soft texture, enhanced with mushrooms and fried quail eggs for extra flavor—the quail eggs, soaked in the broth, are especially unique.

▲ Taro Duck Crispy Pastry NTD80
Whenever I see taro on the menu, I can’t resist ordering it. Temple Snacks steams a whole duck, debones it, and combines mashed steamed taro with cilantro before deep-frying.

▲ The crispy exterior gives way to a generous filling of taro mash and duck meat, with a delicate, fragrant taste that keeps you coming back for more.

▲ Cilantro adds a flavorful kick, making it even more addictive. Fans of taro dishes should definitely give this a try—it’s very filling too.

▲ Sesame Custard Bun NTD70
Don’t miss this sesame custard bun at Temple Snacks. The freshly steamed bun has a soft yet firm texture, bursting with sesame aroma.

▲ When you tear open the bun, it’s still hot to the touch, and the sesame paste bursts out instantly, releasing an irresistible fragrance. Best enjoyed hot, it fills your mouth with sweet, aromatic sesame.

▲ Chewy and Bouncy Custard Ball NTD70
I originally wanted to order the Golden Custard Bun, but couldn’t resist this one when I saw its name. It’s filled with the same golden custard but shaped into a ball and deep-fried.

▲ The crispy, chewy exterior is incredibly satisfying, and it bursts with custard when bitten into—just be careful as it’s hot. The molten filling includes coconut milk and sweet potato, making it slightly sweeter with a rich overall flavor. Hu Li really liked it. If you’re worried about feeling too full from the Golden Custard Bun, try this instead.

▲ Condensed Milk Silver Thread Roll NTD35
These adorable silver thread rolls are deep-fried and drizzled with condensed milk. The firm yet slightly soft rolls pair perfectly with the sweet, milky flavor of the condensed milk.

▲ The cute golden-yellow silver thread rolls and condensed milk are a match made in heaven—great as a dessert.

▲ Taro Sago Pudding NTD40
End your meal with a creamy, smooth taro sago pudding for a sweet treat. Even after a hearty meal, don’t forget to indulge your sweet tooth. The silky-smooth taro melts in your mouth, while the sago pearls have a satisfying chew. This sweet, icy dessert is pure happiness.

▲ Hong Kong-Style Milk Tea with Coffee NTD45
Temple Snacks offers a variety of drinks, including rich Hong Kong-style milk tea with coffee, which has a unique astringency that makes it refreshing. It’s not overly sweet, making it a great late-night drink.

▲ Temple Snacks Lin Sen Flagship Store Menu

▲ The dining space at Temple Snacks Lin Sen Flagship Store. I love the cozy and spacious atmosphere here—it turns out late-night snacks can be enjoyed in such a wonderful setting. The space has been upgraded, but the prices remain budget-friendly (sweet!).

▲ Interior decor of the dining space at Temple Snacks Lin Sen Flagship Store.

▲ Exterior of Temple Snacks Lin Sen Flagship Store, with a classic vintage charm. The decor is lovely—I thought the food would be expensive at first glance, but it’s actually affordable, and the high-quality dining space makes it even better.

▲ Temple Snacks Lin Sen Flagship Store is located in an alley. Once you turn into the lane, you’ll spot the store, right behind the Zhongzheng Post Office.

Temple Snacks offers a variety of delicious dishes at reasonable prices, and the Lin Sen Flagship Store has expanded its seating area for a more comfortable late-night snack experience. They also serve exclusive, signature grilled pork noodles—highly recommended for foodies. Next time you’re eating late or craving a warm midnight meal, come here. Recommended for those who love hot dishes and late-night snacks &a(*&´∀`*)人(*&´∀`*)&a

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Phone: 07-2166766
Address: No. 67-2, Qiuting Rd., Xinxing District, Kaohsiung City
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday 17:30–02:00 (next day)

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