[2025 Taipei Restaurant] Travel Guide for Cheng Wei Zhen Tainan Noodles (Updated Jul)

After my son played basketball on Sunday afternoon, I went to Ximending with my husband and son. ~I remember that more than 20 years ago, my husband and I would go shopping and watch movies here when we had nothing to do. 20 years later, this place has become even more trendy and popular! certainly! Ximending is not only a trendy mecca, but also hides many time-honored food that has been in business for decades. We ate at the following three classic old shops, which are full of old-fashioned flavors and local human touch: --- 1. Cheng Weizhen Tainan Pasta (50-year-old restaurant) - A famous late-night snack shop in Ximending, famous for its "Tainan pasta" and "braised food", with thin and chewy noodles and fragrant braised pork. My husband loves wonton meatball and egg drop soup. - Unpretentious environment, affordable prices (pasta about NT$50) **🍜Recommended way of eating**: Pasta + mixed braised dishes + wonton soup is the standard for gourmets! --- 2. Yangji Ice Shop (70-year-old ice cream shop) - Founded in the 1950s, the signature "Corn Ice" is a representative of the old-fashioned taste! Pour canned corn kernels over shaved ice, and the unique sweet and salty taste is so appealing that even Japanese tourists are curious to try it. - Other recommendations: Peanut ice, red bean milk ice, the ingredients are cooked to be dense and not too sweet. **🍧Short story**: In the early days when supplies were scarce, corn ice was a creative way of eating in Taiwan after the war, and now it has become a symbol of nostalgia. --- 3. Hongan Tofu Pudding Shop - The store is low-key and retro, and the tofu pudding adheres to traditional craftsmanship. The taste is dense with soybean fragrance, and the syrup is sweet and not greasy. - The interior of this store is nostalgic, like walking into an old Taiwanese home, suitable for taking photos and checking in. However, we went to the branch in Ximending, which only had 4 simple outdoor seats. Next door is the famous Tiantianli, which is very crowded. I want to try their braised pork rice and oyster omelette next time. We originally wanted to go to Lao Tianlu to buy braised duck wings and duck tongues to take home, but the queue was so long that it looked like it would take more than half an hour, so we gave up the idea. Then we went to visit the Red Building. Ximen Red House - Built in 1908, the building is an octagonal red brick building that combines Western and Eastern features. It is now a city-designated historic site. - The bars and shops in Honglou Square have become a popular destination for gay nightlife. - On weekend nights, there are sometimes drag queen performances and rainbow markets. However, we are with our son today, so we won’t stay here for long😆 #TaipeiXimending #Ximending #Ximending Shopping District #TaipeiOldTaste #XimendingNight #TaipeiMustVisit #TaipeiShopping #TaipeiFood

#Taipei Infinity Pool Cheng Weizhen is a Ximending cuisine for more than 50 years. It is said to be an authentic old shop, so it must be a bit sweet. The stewed dishes will be sweet, but the taste is great. After all, everyone has different tastes Rice with pork belly His rice with pork belly has added pork skin, so the gum is heavier when you eat it. Instead, the pork belly here doesn't feel too salty. The texture of the rice is very smooth. The dry spaghetti uses salt water. The spaghetti drizzle is quite traditional. If you eat a lot, it is recommended to order a large bowl The selection of dim sum is super varied and the reviews are good. The dim sum is seasoned with a savory and sweet taste, which is the kind that heavy-flavor gourmets will like After the meal will be checked out first, the service is quite good, the seats are slightly crowded but the air conditioning is quite comfortable Cheng Mei Zhen Yi Noodles with Dim Sum No. 65, Xining South Road, Wanhua District, Taipei, Taiwan 。

#bestchinesefood Nothing hits the spot like a bowl of braised pork rice (滷肉飯) done right. This one at Cheng Wei Zhen? Soft, savory pork bits melting into fluffy white rice — every bite reminded me of home. The soup filled with dumplings brought the perfect balance. I came here with a close friend, and we both agreed: simple food, done well, always wins. Would I go back? Absolutely. Especially for that perfectly seasoned side plate — soy eggs, braised tofu, mushrooms, and century egg. This spot has been serving since 1974 — and it shows in every bowl.

#bestchinesefood One thing I loved about Cheng Wei Zhen is how interactive the ordering experience is. You grab a menu, check the trays filled with all kinds of braised goodies (pig’s ear, seaweed, tofu, duck wings — you name it), then tick off what you want. It’s like choosing your own flavor adventure! I went with my partner and we had a blast picking out items. Watching the kitchen team work with such rhythm and speed was a whole other show. The food? Bold, hearty, and satisfying in a very Taiwanese way.

#Free VIP room change on the 27th of each month Member Day Cheng Weizhen Braised Food in Taipei It can be said to be a childhood memory 😅 I remember knowing this store when I first traveled to Taipei Still standing till now He must be very powerful! This time I went to Taipei again to visit Cheng Weizhen Storefront bright The stew cabinet is also very clean The overall favorability has increased significantly Of course, there are different kinds of stewed food. You can choose freely In recent years, the popular Lu Rou Brick It is frozen The taste will make you miss Taiwan🤍 📍Cheng Wei Zhen Pasta and Braised Pork Rice Address: No. 65, Xining South Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City 🌟🌟🌟🌟 After comparing several hotel booking platforms, I found that Trip.com has the best price and the most complete information. There will be promotional activities regularly, and you can earn more rewards by becoming a member. Free airport VIP lounge and other benefits are waiting for you!

The last time I went to Cheng Wei Jen was 5 years ago, before I went it was still very "authentic" rich in ancient decoration😂 However, the quality of the food is high, of course, needless to say, cheap and delicious! This time I visited again after many years and found that the decoration has been changed. Have you ever wondered if it has changed hands? Will the quality of the food still be maintained? So of course the prices into the menu are a bit different to it, so after all I haven't been there for many years, price inflation is very normal! And even if the price is increased, it is still a very reasonable price ~ plus there are Taiwanese diners everywhere, it is rest assured The food was shocked when it arrived, I didn't realize I ordered so much🥹 But it's really delicious. Everything is very tasty. I haven't been to Taiwan for so many years. I'm really moved to eat it again🥲 I will definitely go there next time! #foodguide #relaxation #travel abroad #foodtrip

I think Hong Kong people know Cheng Mei-jen after many years to eat again taste roughly the same only taste lighter thought onion and garlic flavor more strong shop new decoration feels cleaner but less local flavor

This Cheng Mei Jen specializes in dim sum, everything is excellent in dim sum. I highly recommend carrots, kelp, pork, beef brisket... Add his spicy sauce, it's delicious😋 Highly recommend the stewed pork rice, very fragrant, the entrance is full of fat and pork aroma🥺 #OverseasTravel #foodie #I miss you