Korean food craze hits Taiwan – you can’t miss these 6 must-try Korean hot pot spots in Taipei!

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The Korean wave is sweeping across Taiwan, bringing Korean cuisine into the spotlight. As a result, new restaurants are popping up everywhere, especially Korean hot pot spots that feature creative dishes centered around ingredients like cheese or tteok (Korean rice cakes). These offerings provide a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds, sparking a wave of long queues,ETtoday Ettoday News Cloudhas handpicked6 must-try Korean hot pot restaurants in Taipeifor its readers. Just take one look at the photos and you’ll be conquered – head out right now to try one!

▲ Liu Zhenchuan Authentic Korean Hot Pot Specialty Store. (Photo / Reporter Huang Shengmin)

1. Liu Zhenchuan Authentic Korean Hot Pot Specialty Store
Liu Zhenchuan’s Korean hot pot offers a double delight. After choosing your base, diners first enjoy the sizzling flavors through a dry stir-fry method. Halfway through the meal, the staff will ask if you’d like to add broth—once added, it transforms into a hot pot. The broth not only carries the rich flavor of the base sauce but also the aromatic essence from the stir-frying, making it even more enticing. The portion sizes are generous; even big eaters might not finish one of these double-experience hot pots.

Address: No. 50, Lane 280, Guangfu S. Rd., Da’an District, Taipei City (Exit 2, National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall)
Phone: 02-2711-1027
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00–22:30
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▲ Hongtongtong Korean Flavor Hot Pot (Photo / Provided by Hongtongtong Korean Flavor Hot Pot)

2. Hongtongtong Korean Flavor Hot Pot
Korean hot pot lovers shouldn’t miss this spot tucked away in a lane off Guangfu S. Rd. Their signature dish is the iconic Korean Chuncheon-style spicy chicken. The pot includes Korean fish cakes, tteok, vegetables, and a centerpiece of chicken thigh meat placed in the middle, topped with an eye-catching special sauce. Once stirred, the aroma of the sauce fills the air. The tender chicken thighs paired with the mildly spicy sauce are incredibly addictive. After the meal, try their signature heart-shaped fried rice for a truly comforting finish.
Address: No. 43, Lane 280, Guangfu S. Rd., Da’an District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-8773-7103
Business Hours: 11:15–14:30, 17:45–22:30
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▲ TIGER (Taigige) (Photo / Reporter Huang Shiyuan)

3. TIGER (Taigige)
Endorsed by popular Korean celebrity Lee Kwang-soo, TIGER has garnered major attention. Their most popular dish is the tteok hot pot, which also includes fish cakes, cheese, seafood, and eggs. The ingredients soak up the rich broth, making them extra juicy. You can also add stir-fried rice—the staff will toss the white grains into the pot to cook into fragrant spicy sauce-flavored fried rice.

Address: No. 8, Section 5, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Xinyi District, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2723-5581
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00–21:00
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▲ OMAYA (Photo / Orange Dog Loves Candy)

4.OMAYA
The popular signature Chuncheon-style fried chicken hot pot is a must-try dish recommended by netizens. Inside the large iron pot, the inner ring features chicken as the main ingredient, while the outer rim is packed with golden, rich melted cheese. When the mixed ingredients are stirred together and eaten with the chicken and cheese, they create long, stretchy cheese strands—absolutely delightful. Additionally, the shop’s exclusive drink, “Marshmallow Bubble,” uses juice as the base, topped with a large, cloud-like marshmallow on the rim of the cup—a fun and unique treat.

Address: Varies by branch
Phone: Varies by branch
Business Hours: Varies by branch
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▲ Two Meals Korean Rice Cake Hot Pot. (Photo / Xiongmao Rudy)

5. Two Meals Korean Rice Cake Hot Pot
Have you ever imagined all-you-can-eat Korean hot pot for just NT$299? Two Meals Korean Rice Cake Hot Pot makes that dream come true. Already known for its affordable all-you-can-eat concept in Korea, it recently opened a branch in Ximending. Due to its great cost-performance ratio, it has attracted many visitors. Start with the rice cake hot pot, then enjoy homemade fried rice and Korean instant noodles. Cheese lovers can also add double-color cheese. With a variety of dishes served one after another, this meal will definitely fill you up—like getting two meals in one.

Address: 4F, No. 123, Xining South Road, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2311-9736
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:30 (Open every day)
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6. Han Kim Korean Restaurant
At Han Kim Korean Restaurant, you absolutely must try their potato pork bone soup. Made with sprouts, enoki mushrooms, sesame leaves, perilla leaves, and several large chunks of pork bone and potatoes, it is simmered together and ready to eat once boiled. The pork bone soup, slow-cooked with a unique sauce, has a deep flavor complemented by the subtle aroma of sesame and perilla, delivering an authentic Korean taste. The soup-soaked ingredients provide a very satisfying fullness. If you’re looking for a Korean hot pot dish, Han Kim’s potato pork bone soup is definitely not to be missed.

Address: No. 68, Lane 119, Linsen North Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2536-1997
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday, 17:30–02:00
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