You haven't truly been to Tainan if you haven't tried their shrimp rice!

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What comes to mind when you think of Tainan’s local cuisine? Oyster vermicelli soup, eel pasta, savory congee — all iconic in their own right. But there's also a delicacy that netizens swear is a must-try in Tainan: shrimp rice. The savory rice paired with crispy shrimp is perfect for any meal.Ettoday Eastday Travel Cloudhas compiled a list of 4 must-visit, ultra-popular shrimp rice spots in Tainan that will have you rushing out to enjoy their aromatic goodness.

▲ Jipin Shrimp Rice. (Photo / Reporter Huang Shengmin)

1. Jipin Shrimp Rice
Dubbed the “ultimate” by netizens,Jipin Shrimp Rice is a favorite among foodies. It uses a katsuobushi (dried bonito) broth simmered for two hours as the base, mixed with rice, scallions, and shrimp. As it stir-fries, the shrimp juices and broth fully infuse into the rice, offering layers of flavor — from the savory stir-fry taste to the sweet umami of the shrimp essence. Paired with the restaurant’s signature shrimp and duck egg soup — rich, savory broth with a bite of shrimp rice — just imagining it makes your mouth water, not to mention how satisfying it tastes!

Address: No. 107, Section 1, Haian Road, West Central District, Tainan City

Phone: 06-2263929

Hours: 09:30–20:00
▲ Aizai Cheng Shrimp Rice. (Photo / Provided by netizen Zeng Zhixiang. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

2. Aizai Cheng Shrimp Rice

Now in its fourth generation, Aizai Cheng Shrimp Rice features shrimp rice stir-fried with lard and shrimp juice. The white rice, soaked in rich sauce, is fluffy and distinct. With every bite, rather than feeling greasy, you’re hit with an explosion of savory aroma. Netizen Ms. Zeng even recommends breaking the semi-raw duck egg yolk and mixing it with the moist rice — the resulting creamy texture and deep flavors are simply divine. This fourth-generation recipe speaks for itself!

Address: No. 66, Section 1, Haian Road, West Central District, Tainan City

Phone: 06-2201897

Hours: 07:00–19:30
▲ Hao Di Fang Shrimp Rice. (Photo / Reporter Huang Shengmin)

3. Hao Di Fang Shrimp Rice

Spot the ring-shaped sausages and you’ll know you’re at “Hao Di Fang Shrimp Rice.” Operating somewhat like a buffet-style eatery in Tainan, their shrimp rice may look like oily rice at first glance, but the grains aren’t hard like traditional oil rice — they’re perfectly soft yet firm. The whole bowl is coated in fragrant oiliness without being greasy, and the crispness of the shrimp adds texture as you eat. Add in stir-fried shredded pork, and for an unbeatable price, you get high value-for-money shrimp rice. Pair it with their signature sausage, and you’ve got both happiness and fullness in one meal!

Address: No. 377, Chenggong Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: 06-2221860
Business hours: 11:30～20:00

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