Skip the tourist restaurants. What do Taipei locals eat for breakfast? Who makes the most authentic Braised Rice? This list of 10 eateries covers breakfast to midnight snacks — the real flavors of Taipei.
Breakfast: Braised Rice is Taipei locals' soul food. Try the old spots near 中正, 15-30 RMB/person. Lunch: Local restaurants — order Braised Rice and seasonal vegetables, 50-80 RMB/person. Dinner: Braised Rice veteran near 大安, 80-150 RMB/person. Late night: BBQ stalls near 信义, 30-50 RMB/person.
10 recommended spots: ① 中正 old Braised Rice (20-year veteran); ② 大安 trendy Braised Rice (good ambiance); ③ 信义 hole-in-the-wall (most authentic); ④ Farmhouse near 台北101; ⑤ Seafood/river fish near 故宫博物院; ⑥ 闽南文化-themed restaurant; ⑦ Local breakfast joint; ⑧ Night market BBQ; ⑨ Dessert old shop; ⑩ Souvenir shop. Budget: a full day of eating ~200-400 RMB/person.