Not just Tiger Sugar – 7 popular must-queue drinks and snacks on Yizhong Street

By MOOK Scenic Spots Chen Wenlin, compiled report
 
Taichung’s Yizhong Street is often hailed as a foodie paradise, not only home to the recently super-popular and frequently long-queued Tiger Sugar, but also surrounded by uniquely distinctive and highly sought-after eats. We’ve handpicked seven must-try snacks and drinks when visiting Yizhong Street – don’t miss them on your trip to Taichung.

1. Tiger Sugar

Tiger Sugar has won over netizens with its bold “tiger stripe” visual effect created by the fusion of brown sugar and fresh milk. Using locally sourced Taiwanese brown sugar and a unique “sugar-frying” technique, the syrup is simmered into chewy tapioca pearls, giving the boba both a rich aroma and excellent texture. It’s then paired with rich fresh milk, creating a feast for both the taste buds and the eyes that’s truly unforgettable.

2. Yizhong Mega Chicken Cutlet

Mega Chicken Cutlet is famously delicious and is one of the must-eat foods for overseas tourists visiting Taiwan. Not only is the chicken thick, tender, juicy, and not greasy, but it’s also the original store that started the trend of giant Taiwanese chicken cutlets, attracting many visitors who come specifically for it. In addition to the chicken cutlet, there are also options like squid, spicy fried chicken, and king oyster mushrooms – all equally tasty.

3. Yuanjia Chewy Milk Tea

Yuanjia Chewy Milk Tea is beloved by netizens for its high cost-performance ratio bubble tea – a cup of quality bubble tea for just NT$25 is truly impressive. In addition, Yuanjia Chewy Milk Tea also offers grapefruit green tea, freshly squeezed juices, Yakult, and more. With all drinks priced under NT$35, it’s a favorite among budget-conscious students and young professionals.

4. Ayue Red Tea Ice

Don’t miss Ayue Red Tea Ice, beloved by celebrities, if you want to taste an old-school classic flavor. Even its most traditional old-style red tea is fragrant without being astringent. Unlike other traditional beverage shops, Ayue Red Tea Ice allows you to customize the sweetness and ice level to your liking, with its signature “Gold Medal Iced Lemon Tea” being a big hit among travelers.