Shilin District, Taipei City｜方媽媽小吃店

Simple and popular noodle restaurant. The food was good, workers were friendly and tables were clean. There are many options in this food court, if you’re looking for something classic then this is it.

It's one of the place where I miss the most when I am away from Taiwan. It's a food stand (with some seats) which my grandma and parents like to have some traditional local food for breakfast, and once they brought me to here, I just love it. I recommend Ma-Chiang noodle (麻醬麵), Mi-Fan Soup (米粉湯), and dishes such as tofu (豆腐) and pork skin (豬皮). The staff will take your order after you are seated yourself, and they are very friendly.

Another hole in the wall eatery that has been around for quite awhile. The stand opens early in the morning and runs till she sells out. Expect to see a crowd during lunch time on weekdays and most all day on the weekends. Her items are delivered fresh and made on spot each day. The food is simple, local and tasty, especially for those that love eating innards and blood. Like most stands, she'll have special food items that are not on the menu, but can be found on a large metal platter close to her cooking station. I'd advise you to take a gander at those items. Watching the owner, fang ma ma in action is a treat in and of itself. Her ability to ability to multitask is mind blowing. If you're lucky and manage to snag a seat right on her stand, you'll be able to witness her in action.