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As Marcel Proust wrote, the true voyage of discovery lies not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. At Fooyee, we curated local eats, drinks, and experiences for travelers — a handpicked list of must-try restaurants and spots that brings you right into Taichung’s daily life and culture.
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Yizhong Street Shopping District
Centered around Taichung First Senior High School, the Yizhong Street area blends youth culture with budget-friendly eats and endless browsing. By day, students, cram-school goers, and visitors fill the streets lined with apparel shops, sneaker picks, stationery, lifestyle goods, and phone accessories — often joined by seasonal pop-ups and club markets. After dark, it transforms into a bustling night market where saltwater chicken, fried chicken cutlets, braised snacks, bubble tea, and “sausage wrapped in sticky rice” perfume the alleys with late-night temptations. With dense lanes and pedestrian-friendly routes, flexible discounts, and friendly prices, it’s perfect for snacking as you stroll. Nearby sights include Taichung Park and Yimin Market, echoing the old-town charm of the Central District. Multiple bus routes serve the area, and both scooter and car parking are available. Whether day shopping or night-time munching, Yizhong Street delivers a “shop well, eat well, snap well” mini city getaway.
Kouga Seafood — Fresh, Sliced-to-Order Sashimi
Looking for a late-night seafood fix in Taichung? Head to Kouga Seafood by the Yizhong area. With two decades of local wholesale experience, the owner handpicks fresh arrivals nightly and slices sashimi to order — from thick-cut salmon, tuna, and marlin to scallops and oysters. One bite and you’ll taste the buttery richness and sweetness of premium cuts.
Tucked inside Dongxing Market (No. 235-1, Wushun St., North District), it runs night-owl hours from 21:00–03:00. Reward yourself after overtime, pick up snacks for a late-night hang, or bring a platter back to the hotel.
Even better, Kouga often runs limited promos (like free oysters for the first 50 customers). Arrive early for surprise deals; they also share nightly specials and price ranges on social media so you can pre-pick with confidence. For top value, grab the mixed sashimi set — a must on any given night. Pair with a drink? Add sweet shrimp, torched items, or go bold with uni. Kouga brings wholesale-level freshness and pricing into the city center so night-owl seafood lovers always have a quality option. Next time you’re near Zhongqing and Wuquan roads, swing into Dongxing Market and take a box of fresh-cut sashimi home (or back to your hotel) for instant bliss.
Wanjia Black & White Cuts｜A Late-Night Canteen on Guangda St. — NT$10 Lard Rice with a Table of Side Dishes
Craving supper near the Yizhong area or China Medical University? Follow the locals to Wanjia Black & White Cuts on Guangda Street. The shop is compact but the lineup is solid: a counter full of fried bites and blanched sides — from roast pork and chicken rolls to smoked duck, tofu, and water spinach. Go light or full-flavored and mix as you like. Add the internet-favorite NT$10 lard rice, stir to glossy perfection, or switch to meat congee, chitterlings soup, or pork diaphragm soup for a belly-warming fix. Friendly prices and fast service make it a go-to for late workers, students, and night owls alike.
Hours are tuned for the night crowd — daily from 18:00 till 02:00 (closed Sundays) — perfectly covering dinner, supper, and the last call before close. Location: No. 102, Guangda St., North District, Taichung, within strolling distance of Yizhong Street, Chungyo, and China Medical University.
Wanjia isn’t flashy, but with honest technique it coaxes old-school flavor from simple ingredients: chicken rolls are crisp outside and tender inside, smoked duck is savory and rice-worthy, and water spinach is clean and refreshing. With a hot soup or plain rice, it’s simple yet satisfying. Next time the midnight munchies hit, stop by for a few sides and a bowl of rice — let a hot spread of comfort food soothe Taichung’s late night.
Zhengyuan Tea｜NT$9 Nostalgic Foil-Pack Iced Drinks — Taichung’s Summer Memory
At “Zhengyuan Tea,” a long-standing tea house in Taichung’s North District, you’ll find the purest kind of cool — a fridge at the door packed with house-brewed, preservative-free “foil-pack square teas” for just NT$9 each, a throwback to school-lunch drinks for Gen X and Y.
The classics are endlessly sippable: black tea, green tea, roselle, and winter melon. Rich in aroma yet never cloying, they’re even smoother chilled. To keep the taste pure, the shop suggests 4–5 days in the fridge, or up to 3 months frozen. Stock up at home for grab-and-go refreshment; travelers can also snag ten packs to enjoy at the park or back at the hotel.
Behind Zhengyuan is 30+ years of local tea wholesale know-how — stable sourcing and time-honored craft turn nostalgia into “high-value little joys.” No flashy packaging, just fair prices and familiar aromas that win hearts. Next time you pass through the North District, pause for a bag of chilled memories. One sweet, icy sip can make everyday Taichung feel a little more wonderful.
