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As the saying goes, if you only have one day to get to know a city, start with its markets and food. Hidden within Taichung’s Fifth Market are plenty of local street foods—all at penny-pinching prices but with star-quality flavors. Below are five must-try queue-worthy snacks in the Fifth Market—don’t miss them when you visit Taichung!
1.Space Black Tea Slush
As soon as you step into the Fifth Market, you’ll see everyone holding a bag with a straw stuck in it. This is the classic packaging used back in the day for winter melon tea, soy milk, and black tea. The old-school black tea paired with crushed ice delivers a refreshingly cool taste that will definitely lift any traveler’s spirits.
The Space Black Tea Slush with lines stretching onto the road. (Photo / cheriechang1217, the same below)
【Info】
Space Black Tea Slush
Address: No. 41-1, Lequn St., West Dist., Taichung City
Phone: 04-22279472
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 07:00 AM – 03:00 PM
2.Chen Ji Oyster Vermicelli
Chen Ji Oyster Vermicelli, located opposite the Taichung Literature Museum, was established in 1989 and is one of the queue-worthy famous eateries in the Fifth Market. The place is packed during mealtimes and has been featured in media reports. With generous ingredients and affordable prices, it's a must-visit for oyster lovers.
Chen Ji Oyster Vermicelli, which always has long lines during meal hours.
【Info】
Chen Ji Oyster Vermicelli
Address: No. 21-1, Zili St., West Dist., Taichung City
Phone: 04-23715897
Hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
3.You Ji Spring Roll
Whether on weekdays or holidays, You Ji Spring Roll always has a queue. It’s super satisfying as either a snack or a full meal. Packed with bean sprouts and cabbage mixed with dried meats, meat slices, preserved radish, and more, every bite also includes sweet-scented and mildly sweet peanut powder, perfectly showcasing the true deliciousness of spring rolls.
You Ji Spring Roll, great whether you’re having it as a snack or a full meal.
【Info】
You Ji Spring Roll
Address: No. 60, Lequn St., West Dist., Taichung City
Phone: 0952-817977
Hours: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM
4.Traditional Steamed Rice Flour Balls
This old shop, Traditional Steamed Rice Flour Balls, has been around for over 30 years. Unlike typical deep-fried rice flour balls, they are prepared using the Chaozhou method of steaming, resulting in a smooth and tender texture that’s not greasy. Each serving comes with two pieces, perfect as a little snack. The filling of pork and white radish complements each other perfectly, bursting with juicy flavor in every bite.
In addition to their signature rice flour balls, the shop's duck meat vermicelli and Four Gods Soup are also favorites among many foodies.
【Info】
Traditional Steamed Rice Flour Balls
Address: No. 62, Lequn Street, West District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-23725610
Hours: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
5.Oyster Congee
Oyster congee is so popular that the place is always bustling with customers. Locals often opt for takeout due to limited seating, and those waiting in line are mostly visitors coming from afar. Besides the signature oyster congee, the shop’s braised pork and meat rolls are must-try side dishes with irresistible flavors.
You have to add some braised pork when you order oyster congee.
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