CuisineChinese
Price$$
NeighborhoodZhongzheng
HoursMon-Sat 08:00-20:00
Last verified

Why locals love it: 1949 Shandong-lineage beef noodle counter on Kaifeng Street near Taipei Main, tiny street-level room locals defend.

Tip: Open 08:00-19:30, closed Sundays. Cash only.

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Location

Address: No. 14, Kaifeng Street, Section 1, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 100

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