By MOOK Scenic Spots Family (compiled and reported)
Hong Kong cha chaan tengs are beloved for their diverse and abundant menu offerings. Dishes like claypot rice, roast meats, pineapple buns, and iced lemon tea are all hugely popular. The following five Hong Kong-style cha chaan tengs across Taiwan are even adored by people from Hong Kong themselves.
Hong Kong-style desserts (Photo / Hong Kong Tea Stall)
1.Hong Kong Tea Stall
Located in the alleyways of Yanji Street in Taipei’s East District, this tea stall is filled with authentic Hong Kong flavor in its decor, staff, and dishes. The owner, who is originally from Hong Kong, insists on delivering genuine taste and has even hired an experienced master chef from Hong Kong to serve as head chef in Taiwan, aiming to bring the authentic flavors of the region.
Yanji Main Store: No. 6-2, Lane 137, Yanji Street, Da’an District, Taipei City
Nanjing Flagship Store: No. 218, Section 3, Nanjing East Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
Dunnan Branch: No. 19, Lane 190, Section 1, Dunhua South Road, Da’an District, Taipei City
Shrimp wonton noodles is a must-order for foodies. (Photo / Xiangfa Cha Chaan Teng)
2.Xiangfa Cha Chaan Teng
Xiangfa Cha Chaan Teng has two branches in Taipei—one in Ximending and one on Dajia Road—both often packed with long queues. Their signage is very eye-catching, and the decor maintains a consistent Hong Kong street-style atmosphere. Whether it’s the noodles, turnip cake, or sandwiches, they are all highly recommended by netizens.
Dajia Branch: No. 108, Section 1, Dajia Road, Da’an District, Taipei City
Ximen Branch: No. 35-1, Hanzhong Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City
The decor at Golden Bell Hong Kong Cha Chaan Teng is rich in Hong Kong style. (Photo / Golden Bell Hong Kong Cha Chaan Teng)
3.Golden Bell Hong Kong Cha Chaan Teng
Located on Hengyang Road in Taipei, Golden Bell Hong Kong Cha Chaan Teng boasts a spacious interior with highly authentic Hong Kong-style decor. It’s also one of the popular spots where you have to queue. Its signature “Food God Soul-Stirring Rice” is a favorite among many foodies, and the shop also offers a variety of signature sweet soups.
Address: No. 1, Hengyang Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
The dishes at Jinbao Cha Chaan Teng are all very authentic. (Photo / Hong Kong Jinbao Cha Chaan Teng)
4.Jinbao Cha Chaan Teng
Located in Taichung, Jinbao Cha Chaan Teng is a popular local spot that has been in business for nearly 20 years. In addition to offering classic Hong Kong cha chaan teng fare such as dim sum, stir-fries, fried noodles, claypot rice, and roast meats, it has also added several seafood-based banquet dishes.
Daye Branch: No. 201, Daye Road, Nantun District, Taichung City
Guanqian Branch: No. 23, Guanqian Road, North District, Taichung City
Pineapple buns with butter and iced lemon tea are a perfect match. (Photo / Hengyun Cha Chaan Teng)
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