Not Just Three-Star Scallion Pancakes: Six Must-Queue Foods in Yilan

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Besides being known as “Little Europe,” Yilan also boasts many culinary delights worth exploring. In addition to the famous Luodong Night Market and Dongmen Night Market, there are must-visit eateries in Yilan City and Jiaoxi area. Next time you travel to Yilan, be sure to check them out.

1. Luodong Night Market – Xiaochun Cake Residue, Braised Pork, Teriyaki Century Egg
Located at Luodong Night Market, Xiaochun Cake Residue, Braised Pork, and Teriyaki Century Egg are must-queue eateries not to be missed. Braised pork and cake residue are a perfect match—the crispy fried pork belly is full of texture, while the cake residue is an imperial banquet dish with a crispy exterior and rich broth filling.

2. Dongmen Night Market – Duhao Grilled Skewers, Grilled Horse Egg
Duhao Grilled Skewers and Grilled Horse Egg are nostalgic treats from Yilan’s childhood. Grilled Horse Egg refers to sweet potato balls—freshly fried dough balls pulled hot and fragrant from the oil, with a crispy crust wrapped around sweet red bean filling, making them irresistible.

3. Luodong Night Market & Dongmen Night Market – Dragon-Phoenix Legs
Dragon-Phoenix Legs are made by wrapping fish paste and cabbage with lard, then deep-frying them before drizzling with soy sauce paste or spicy sweet sauce. Other options include leek rolls and chicken skewers, all available at both Luodong and Dongmen Night Markets. The Dongmen Night Market stall has been around for 30 years.