By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department
The beloved Xiangji City, once a shared memory for many people from the fifth and sixth grades (born in the 1960s–70s), has reopened, beginning trial operations on August 6 in Bali, Tamsui. Now managed by the third generation of the founding family, it is the only directly operated Xiangji City concept store in all of Taiwan, aiming to revive the classic taste of its signature hand-held chicken.
Xiangji City, a nostalgic favorite for those born in the 1960s–70s, begins trial operations in Bali, Tamsui on August 6. (Image source / Xiangji City #New Era Xiangji City)
Established in 1984, Xiangji City was known for letting customers wear plastic gloves and enjoy juicy, tender roast chicken straight from the hand. At its peak, there were 126 branches across Taiwan. However, operations and franchising ceased after the founder retired due to old age. Now, the third generation has taken over and plans to operate through a new-style directly managed concept store.
In addition to preserving the family’s original roast chicken recipe, the new Xiangji City has also developed a previously unachievable “roast chicken with chicken broth.” Using carefully selected free-range chicken, it ensures that everyone can enjoy a healthy and reassuring meal. The directly operated concept store began trial operations in Bali on August 6, with business hours from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on weekdays, and from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on holidays.