CRAZY $1 STREET FOOD in Taiwan!! CHEAPEST Taiwanese Food on Dihua Old Street, Taipei!

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In this episode, we will be showing you some of the BEST and CHEAPEST traditional Taiwanese street food in the ancient neighborhood of Datong and the famous old street - Dihua St in Taipei, TAIWAN. Let’s go!
We are starting the day outside of Dadaocheng Temple, where there are tons of street food stalls and a food court. We visited our favorite shop that sells meat porridge and red yeast pork. Sitting under the banyan tree with a view of the temple is the best way to start the day. The cost of the porridge and pork is 85 NTD (USD $2.84).
Next, we visit a nearby local restaurant that serves a giant pork rib soup with vegetable rice. The ribs were massive! The vegetable rice complimented the soup very nicely. The restaurant had a street food vibe and the food was priced together at 90 NTD (USD $3.01).
Next we head into the heart of the old district to Dihua Street, one of Taipei’s most historical areas. Dihua St. is an important street for locals, especially during the Lunar New Year, as there is lots of specialty Chinese/medicinal ingredients. We visit a stall that serves Taiwanese Bitter tea, which is known to have detoxifying abilities (30 NTD / USD $1.00). It was too bitter for our liking and very difficult to drink. We washed it down with Aloe tea which was much more tasty and refreshing (30 NTD / USD $1.00).
On the corner of Dihua St., we knew of a street food stall that served 4 Spirits Soup, which is packed with tons of unique ingredients, but since it’s only available in the summer season, we tried their HUGE meat buns instead. PACKED with pork, green onions and black pepper, it tasted similar to the black pepper buns from Taiwanese night markets (30 NTD / USD $1.00).
Since the soup wasn’t available, we wanted to try something similar. We tried another well known soup that is said to have medicinal properties - Ginseng Chicken soup, from another restaurant on Dihua St. The light broth had a rich flavor, and it contained a lot of chicken, with ingredients sold outside like goji berries. It was more expensive than the other street foods we’ve tried (220 NTD / USD $7.35). �
There was one final traditional snack we wanted to try and that was almond tea with you tiao (油條). It is thick and looks like milk, but has a fruity and sweet taste. It is more difficult to find authentic almond tea, but this place is definitely one of them! (30 NTD for tea + 15 NTD for you tiao / USD $1.00 + USD $0.50).
Restaurant Info:
1 - Dadaocheng Cisheng Temple 大稻埕慈聖宮天上聖母
No. 17, Lane 49, Bao'an Street, Datong District, Taipei
2 - Porridge and pork at 葉家肉粥
No. 17號, Lane 49, Bao'an Street, Datong District, Taipei
3 - Rib Soup and rice at 灶頂 原汁排骨湯,高麗菜飯
No. 2, Lane 17, Section 3, Yanping North Road, Datong District, Taipei
4 - Dihua Street 迪化街
Section 1, Dihua St, Datong District, Taipei
5 - Herbal tea at 姚德和青草號
No. 55號, Minle St, Datong District, Taipei
6 - Meat bun at 妙口四神湯肉包專賣店
No. 388號, Minsheng West Road, Datong District, Taipei
7 - Ginseng Chicken Soup at 湘帝御膳食堂
No. 62, Section 1, Dihua St., Datong District, Taipei
8 - Almond tea at 永昌傳統豆花店
No. 9, Yongchang Street, Datong District, Taipei
Thank you so much for watching! If you liked this video, make sure to subscribe and turn on “all notifications” so that you never miss an episode from our Taiwan series! Next up, we are heading to the SOUTH of Taiwan for a very special seafood episode. Stay TUNED!
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We’re Luke Martin and Sabrina Davidson, food lovers and world travellers! We make videos about local, authentic and unique foods from across the globe. We particularly like to sample street food across Asia. We are based in Taiwan where we frequent the best Taiwanese street food stops and create travel content to make finding food in Taiwan easier for YOU! Although we are based in Taiwan we travel the majority of the year around the world in search of the best food. We’ve filmed in Japan, The Philippines, Malaysia, Hong Kong, South Korea, Indonesia, India, Turkey, Lebanon, Palestine, The Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Greece, Sri Lanka, Canada and the list is still growing! Our mission is to create content that is entertaining, informative, honest and fun! We love what we do and we are always grateful for your support! Thank you and see you on the next episode!
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[@LukeMartin]

Would you try the bitter tea?! Follow us behind the scenes in Taiwan here : facebook.com/chopsticktravel & instagram.com/chopsticktravel

[@nyclc3886]

I don't hate the bitter tea, and it's definitely an acquired taste. If you guys dig the medicinal broth, gotta try out this place that sells the best medicinal pork knuckle soup and along with other delicious side dishes. Be warned, they are very popular among locals and with a limited amount every day that sells fast. 歸綏街當歸豬腳老店 - goo.gl/maps/kuYgUWUwDXiYo5iz5

[@jadecummings8093]

Uh, never try it before!

[@80sbabe]

Bitter tea sounds like a medicinal tea. Your facial expression is priceless and I hope you learned your lesson never to do that again. 🤣😂 Chinese medicine trumps any nasty medicine you'll ever encounter. You would have never survived the nasty things my mother made me drink as a kid. 🤢🤮 The ginseng just sent shivers down my spine! But my mom never made it this way..... wish she did! She tortured me with ginseng. To this day my siblings and I won't even think of it.

[@bf5821]

I remember drinking bitter tea when I was little and it was served hot in a bowl. Also, my mom used to give us preserved plum to chase it which makes it more bearable.

[@kelliesquire2981]

I must try ginseng chicken one day, its definitely on my list. Not sure the bitter tea is going on it though😂

[@NP6335ACDC]

The Taiwan series is brilliant, I'd say that about all of your series though. You bring a down to earth view of what's good, and you don't shy away from saying of something is bad or not as good as another place. Great video as always, cheers from Ireland

[@LukeMartin]

Glad you like them! Thanks!

[@mestrTW]

Taiwan welcomes you, no matter people or food~

[@rudileong7081]

Seeing how Taiwan is bossing the corona virus and all the delicious food really makes my day 👍🏻😍

[@tuengsak]

Taiwan looks like the most normal place on earth right now. I’m so jealous of you guys.

[@dennylui]

tuengsak The virus is more serious in those pro China countries including Europe and US. Because those governments love RMB ¥ more then their people.

[@blazeh]

@@dennylui well said.

[@happyfish1212]

u mean CHINAtaiwan

[@blazeh]

@@happyfish1212 no one asked for your political opinions ffs....

[@blazeh]

@@hashbrown5385 i know your against him, but please keep the political stuff out of this. hes the one that brought it up, and hes the one that goes down with it. you dont need to bring it back in again,

[@bobguenther6658]

You guys do such good work. I love all the videos from Taiwan

[@LukeMartin]

Thank you so much Bob! 😀

[@MrRoxychen]

i am a Taiwanese and i think this is the best food episode of taiwan i 've seen. keep going

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks so much!

[@mestrTW]

The foods you introduced are very down to earth and worth to try. Thank you for promoting Taiwan with such exquisite videos!

[@sotharynhem2280]

I love simple comfort food. Just a nice warm feeling

[@ThatForeignBloke]

Fantastic video, beeautifully shot and edited and very well presented. It's been on my list for a few years now but after watching your videos I can't wait to get to Taiwan 🙂

[@jacintawong3639]

Hi Luke and Sabrina, thanks for sharing Taiwanese food. Appreciate and thumbs up during this difficult time. Stay save and healthy

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks for your support Jacinta! :)

[@thunderjmaster]

I love taiwan!!! Thank you for the frequent posts!! I look forward to every episode!!!

[@LukeMartin]

Glad you like them! More coming soon!

[@小東1204]

This is an awesome video. I really like the temple part, sitting in front of the temple square eating, so relaxing. And people can gather around. Those are few parts in the world where outdoor streaming/filming is possible, giving us some hope that we will be back to normal soon.

[@LukeMartin]

Glad we can give some hope!

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Seeing Taiwan gives me hope that the situation can improve and will one day go back to normal. We r into the 5wk of our 8wk lockdown... we can only takeaway

[@LukeMartin]

Stay safe!

[@yangaus7149]

Hope so 🤔

[@tropturd6458]

That's like saying poverty can be solved within a year or two just because Singapore can. No. It still depends on how competent and efficient your government is and how obedient the citizens are.

[@watertree1]

If you live in a small island and be caicos to China you can block Wuhan virus out. Face masks and washing hands are sepre believe in Taiwan.

[@rizzymay450]

Where are you at

[@hjiang4898]

I've been watching your videos since your channel had like 10k subscribers. Great to see your channel growing like this. I used to study in Taiwan a few years back. Watching your videos brings back great memories! Keep them coming!!

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks for your continued support!

[@FoodandFootprints]

Love the vibe at the second spot with the low wooden table

[@hollyczuchna2738]

I am really enjoying your posts. I am moving to Hsinchu, Taiwan in July to teach second grade in an international school! So excited to see some of the places you have shown!

[@LukeMartin]

Best of luck!

[@WLRika]

Good luck! I heard them said that Hsinchu is the desert of food.

[@aniwee17]

Boris Claude Lee Our Hsinchu meatball and rice noodle are very well known in Taiwan.

[@frankyu4967]

Holly Czuchna, envious in Canada, make sure you try “Taiwanese Pan-Fried Rice Noodles” with small dried shrimp and squid or pork. Ensure it’s real local noodles too, as I read scandal a few years ago on fake imported ones from China. Stay safe and healthy too.

[@Trenhorne]

Hsinchu city is the technology capital of Taiwan but Hsinchu county is still natural

[@陳妙玉-d9o]

I really like the Taiwan series! Keep it up!

[@LukeMartin]

More to come!

[@christinechen903]

Luke, I think it's great that you are so open in trying new food! I love your videos. You are articulate and your editing is smooth! I am now a fan and a subscriber! Keep up the good work and stay safe!

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks so much Christine!!

[@FoodandFootprints]

Sabrina’s reaction to the bitter tea is classic! 😂😂

[@crunchycurly]

I would try the bitter tea. Great content! Stay safe! 🙌

[@LukeMartin]

haha it was soooo bitter!

[@danica8217]

Ive been watching you two for a while now and it is so cool to see your channel grow! You guys a super chill and so informative!! Thanks for the content!

[@LukeMartin]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@sickofeverything6413]

Sabrina’s reaction to the bitter tea was priceless. 😂😂😂

[@LukeMartin]

It was really hard to keep down hahaha

[@intriguexb]

Keep up the good work =) my parents are origninally from tainan. I missed eating taiwanese food. Im going back soon. Stay safe

[@syifanada7429]

i like the way he explain clearly about the taste of foods, not only "umm delicious" "wow tasty" etc

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks! 😃

[@tombarret6531]

Yeah friend .. I love the food . But I don't know how to cook it .. My dear but do you know how to cook it

[@jenmauliau9794]

Thank you for making these Taiwanese clips and letting people know about Taiwan.

[@robmcmurrough1897]

Hey Luke what's you favourite thing to eat in Taiwan though? Like the idea of this vid, cheap eats are amazing

[@LukeMartin]

Its tooo hard to choose!

[@Trenhorne]

I'm a Taiwanese high school student and we love instant noodles and the shaved ice near our school, we can go out for lunch and we love having some shaved ice in summer, but these are not healthy at all so be careful with that

[@ThanhMaiOFFICIAL]

Love some good and inexpensive food! Been to this old street a few times but haven’t tried the almond tea, which looks pretty good. Definitely giving it a try next time 🙌💯🥛🍗

[@LukeMartin]

Gotta try the almond tea!

[@ThanhMaiOFFICIAL]

Luke Martin for sure 👍

[@foodie.lekker]

Cant wait to try directly Taiwanese cuisine in Taipei

[@DjComets]

Im so hungry when i see your meal foods Video. Thats look very delicious

[@LukeMartin]

Thank you 😋

[@yukuhana]

Hard to imagine using reusable bowls in this day and age of COVID-19. Feels so strange! Taiwan seems like the safest place right now.

[@hariramrajan6901]

Out of many food vloggers out there including Trevor James, Mark Weins and Sunny, your videos have great editing. It stands out. Kudos. You deserve more subscribers. Keep going. Lots of love from India

[@rodelmoon7992]

Wow Practical Food Price perfect for Food Trip..delicious food/Drinks in Reasonable Price

[@LukeMartin]

Yes, thanks

[@jessicayang6582]

When I was younger and anytime I wasn't feeling great, my mom would make me down a mug of that bitter tea. I couldn't keep a straight face when I watched you drink it because it brings back so many memories! Errrg.

[@LukeMartin]

hahaha oh no its sooo bitter I cant even imagine drinking it if I wasn't feeling good

[@jessicayang6582]

Luke Martin it truly was a terrible time. Something that tastes that bad MUST be good for you. I hope.

[@obiwen0307]

That's nice you provided the addresses for all the places you visited. It'll be super helpful for me to find it next time I go back to Taiwan. 真讚也👏👏👏

[@LukeMartin]

Hope you can enjoy Taiwan sometime soon once all this is over!

[@dickvarga6908]

Taiwan seems to get a positive response from other food bloggers as well. Well put it on the wish list, eh?

[@hans6929]

Absolutely bruh

[@secretdiaryofafoodie]

Out of the 12 countries in Asia I've travelled to, Taiwan is one of my absolute favourites 😊

[@whitneyk5926]

Bucket list place for me , street food !

[@schmidtgurly7962]

Thank you for making these times much more endurable with your ever wonderful clips. Stay healthy.

[@LukeMartin]

I'm happy to hear that it helps. Take care and thanks so much!

[@rachelsmisek8646]

I love the almond tea!

[@LukeMartin]

Its so good isn't it!

[@tombarret6531]

Yeah friend I love it too .. But dear do you know have to cook it

[@princesscatmeow2141]

great coverage! you guys do a great job with your videos. but most importantly, you are both so nice and proper. great job!

[@tyberostheredwake9307]

我是台灣人 很高興看到你拍的介紹台灣美食的影片 我熱愛這塊土地 台灣有著世界上最好吃的美食之一 以及熱情的台灣人 希望你喜歡台灣 台灣歡迎每個外國人的到來 謝謝

[@cikucikuchannel5443]

Should I go to Taiwan?? Ermmm....after watching you,I think I should go next..

[@zr7974]

If you think a small market place can represent the whole country. I’d still recommend you stay in your own place. Travel is not your thing.

[@unolin1408]

Yes, you should come. We welcome you. Just ignore those ignorant Chinese net armies & trolls.

[@mestrTW]

No doubt and hesitation. Food, people and natural scenery here welcomes you.

[@Trenhorne]

I'm a Taiwanese and I sad to tell you that foreigners are still blocked and probably not allowed anytime soon

[@gettylee8699]

Everything looks so delicious 😋, thank you for sharing traditional Taiwanese food 🥘

[@thesteve625]

I'm a Taiwanese American born in Taipei and now living in Texas. I moved to the United States when I was 6 years old. I love the street food there. Every time I visit relatives, I eat as much as I can. Down side is I hate the long flight. My grandmother lives right across the street from 101. Very convenient location.

[@bellisma1927]

I actually love Dihua for dried fruits and nuts

[@LukeMartin]

Lots of unique products to taste on Dihua street!

[@franciskueh4141]

You did well. I salute you both. I like the way you present the food n it is good you dont over emphasise the taste of the food. A simple gesture that the food is good is enough. Keep it up.

[@LukeMartin]

Thank you so much

[@buttaball86]

Wow Dihua street still looks the same since 80s when I was little, it is "the" street to go get Chinese new year products during the week of festivities, my mom would bring me and my sister there to shop and the street would jam packed with people...thank yall for bring me my hometown memories!!

[@titot2370]

Bitter foods are generally considered to be “alkaline” that’s why leafy greens are also bitter tasting when eaten raw.

[@antonoong6087]

I love Taiwan

[@bani_niba]

Very nice that you are showing such traditional foods!

[@kelliesquire2981]

Good to see all is well with you both in Taiwan. Stay safe and well

[@nevy121]

They have the best fried oysters in town! Thanks Luke Martin for all the awesome videos!

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks for tuning in! More Taiwan videos to come!

[@teriyama]

Nostalgia. The first video you did there was the first Choptick Travel video Id ever seen.

[@mabelsoodedina9289]

Yay! More videos in Taiwan! So nice to see people are having normal life there. Amazing! Haven’t been eating out for more than 2 months now. Seem so foreign to have a meal in a restaurant.

[@katerinahoward5327]

Great video 👍🏻👏🏻❤️

[@tombarret6531]

Yeah friend.. I like it .. But I didn't know how to cook it . My dear not do you know how to cook it

[@jadecummings8093]

Hmmm, Taiwanese food looks so delicious eh? I didn't noticed how's food so cheap here. This is amazing, lovely video and I hope you're safe as well! 😮 ☺

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks for watching jade! Yes its so affordable!

[@instantshoot]

Almond tea..👌

[@LukeMartin]

Always a favourite!

[@BeSimple728]

Your videos are so good ....

[@LukeMartin]

Thank you so much 😀

[@tombarret6531]

Yeah is Great video, I like the food .. But I didn't know how to cook it. But dear do you know how to coo it

[@AussieAngeS]

You both have so much travelling and trying different foods. Love watching your videos

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks Angie you're a great supporter of our channel!

[@scottliao6340]

You guys are so adventurous! Love that.

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks Scott!

[@IMPOYSJOURNEY]

Lets eat..stay safe and healthy 🇵🇭

[@LukeMartin]

You too!

[@thomaspetit1115]

I will get retire in Taïpei once I’ll make enough money :)

[@LukeMartin]

Sounds like a plan!

[@thomaspetit1115]

Luke Martin I was watching your south korea food tour while I was in Taïwan :) you made me go there for fooding !! if you have a chance, go to keelung night market. To me it’s better than Raohe NM of Taïpei. I’m glad you answered my comment I thought it would go invisible lol

[@Dauwis]

Would love to go to a market like that. Thank you for the adventure.

[@tonyeatsintaiwan7047]

So informative and looks delicious! The one that I most one to try is the ginseng chicken soup.

[@vchen6438]

這一家肉粥我有去吃過，湯頭很鮮、有蝦米爆香、燒肉也是很好吃、價格實在！ 去迪化街年貨大街，喝靑草茶、逛永樂市場買「林合發油飯」好吃😋！

[@neutral6944]

Taiwanese food is the best in the world.

[@ohfishyeah0612]

謝謝你推廣台灣!

[@aroundtheworldinaprildays]

Will surely check these out once i can travel again. I sorely miss taiwan!

[@LukeMartin]

You should! Stay safe!

[@aroundtheworldinaprildays]

@@LukeMartin will do! You too!

[@exclusivethess2222]

Nice video Luke and Sabrina thank you 😍. Stay safe and God bless .

[@LukeMartin]

Thanks so much. Take care and stay healthy! :)

[@travisprice98]

There's a wonderful weekend farmers market near the chang Kai shek memorial hall, I studied abroad in Taiwan last fall and loved it

[@LukeMartin]

Cool! What's the name of the market?

[@travisprice98]

@@LukeMartin Taipei hope square! Taipei Hope Square 100, Taiwan, Taipei City, Zhongzheng District, Linsen N Rd, 北平東路 [phone] maps.app.goo.gl/T9kWH9aNrRGtk3jx7

[@luckydog8796]

Suggest to go the local farmer market near yuanshan MRT, i like the atmosphere and food there so much!

[@TheWasd8426]

您真的比我們台灣人還有口福，有些介紹美食都沒吃過。讚!有考慮中文字幕嗎?本土訂閱會更多，謝謝!

[@Anita-kd4zu]

I had Ginseng Chicken Soup in the mountains of South Korea. It was one of the top 10 experiences of my life.

[@nongyaoh6226]

Taiwan food looking delicious too🌹 Luke Martin🌹 greeting from 🇩🇪🇹🇭

[@Sethonious]

Do you eat the gogi berries, ginseng and jujubes or are they like the bay leaf and they are there for seasoning, but not meant to be eaten?

[@LukeMartin]

I eat the gogi berries! not the ginseng or jujubes though

[@ShivKumar-fp7qj]

Be safe Luke and Sarina God bless you both 🙏🙏 your fan from India 😊

[@wikekusumawati2539]

Good job guys👏👏👍👍

[@chejenwu]

Everything you tried all looks so yummy!!!

[@bridgeofjericho2299]

Don't forget that Ms. Going! That soup for the one who gave Birth. Your gonna need it someday.

[@alishamohanty7732]

Love and respect. Thank you 🙏🏼 for keeping on going 🍚🥓

[@LukeMartin]

Thank you! Will do!

[@juancasidis4387]

nice video !!! the ultimate site the big fried you tiao looks like similar a Churro ! ,🤔😋 but xxxl 😅

[@fayefeng1686]

佩服你們的勇氣挑戰苦茶🤣👍

[@kurlexchoi]

If they just had an oily greasy food, drinking those bitter tea is recommended. That Ginseng Chicken Soup is refreshing no doubt. The Fried Bread Stick is best use in porridge than dip it in an almond tea.

[@upendramaurya3179]

big fan of your vlogs they are great

[@LukeMartin]

Thank you so much 😀

[@upendramaurya3179]

@@LukeMartin u guys should try a bit off drone shots too they will be great

[@annecorey607]

Beautiful foods lots of them to choose from healthy foods spices and fresh very beautiful place to go for your foods love this place thank you for sharing Bless you both enjoy your holiday there thank you

[@elinora.1608]

Once all this craziness is over I am definitely planning a trip to Taiwan and eating all these food stalls. ❤️ from Texas

[@LukeMartin]

Yes you should! Stay safe until then!

[@lindatse1598]

Well done Luke. Have been to Taiwan 10 years ago. Cannot find so many street food as you do

[@LukeMartin]

Next time you visit use this video as a guide!

[@jenitad5010]

Missed Taiwanese food😣

[@LukeMartin]

Yes it's so comforting

[@billlinder7355]

I love the content of your videos, great subject matter. My only issue is the inconsistent volume and the loud bass at the break points. Eh?

[@nelsonuy3885]

So you are now in taipei. Wow nice of you...amid covid 19, you are there.

[@holykucing]

Nice video Always stay safe and healthy

[@g.g.m8014]

The bitter tea can purge your illness and inflammation. As I remember one small cup will cost $2.00usd/100ml. And there is something unique called bitter tea oil. Its nutritional value is somehow equal or better than olive oil. Sure it's not bitter and has the good special scent. Maybe you should get one back to the states as souvenir.

[@ewicmukbang]

❤ Hello po Luke Always Watching You From ❤ 🇵🇭Philippines🇵🇭 #EwicMukbang 😊✌

[@dennisbruschi2104]

Nicely done guys, always a pleasure, stay healthy and safe 👍

[@LukeMartin]

Thank you Dennis! Hope you're taking care and staying healthy as well!

[@skyprince42]

Loll bitter tea = epic reaction..🤣😂🤣😂..i drink aloe vera drink alot so i bet i would like the tea..that beef soup looks so good..thanks for ur simple videos

[@kirksmith1534]

Love it!! 🎉

[@donut-jw3hg]

The name "almond tea" (杏仁茶) has been used incorrectly for decades. In fact, almond tea does not contain almonds at all, the more specific name should be "apricot kernel drink".

[@silviuka2009]

Love and hugs for you Luke and Sabrina,you are the best!

[@LukeMartin]

Same to you, take care!

[@silviuka2009]

@@LukeMartin Thank you

[@6536wilson]

Love it! In Toronto now and really love the channel!

[@LukeMartin]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@rainbowromancelove]

a foodie skill. that almond tea drip wipe with the dough 💯

[@LukeMartin]

yes haha

[@reevo7798]

You gotta chug that tea at once, it's way too bitter to sip!! Lol

[@立法院很忙]

man, this guy has made so many videos about Taiwan, and he practically eats like a Taiwanese...awesome!

[@LukeMartin]

It's like a second home to us hahaha!