【功夫上海手工魚丸】Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles in Taichung, Taiwan

Authentic Taiwanese Noodle Stand - Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles in Taichung

One of my favorite noodle places in Taichung is Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles.
(功夫上海手工魚丸)

It's a small business without an English name, but the owner's Facebook page uses "Kung Fu Noodles" in the URL. I added "Shanghai" to the name because the Chinese translates to "Kung Fu Shanghai Handmade Fish Balls" in English.

Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles has a vintage noodle booth in front that reminds my mom of her childhood when she was young eating at these traditional noodle booths, making it more than just a meal — but a meal that goes down memory lane.

This place is well-known among locals and was suggested by my mom, who goes there often with my dad to grab a bite to eat.

When my partner, Gabriel, and I were visiting Taichung, She wanted to take us to experience how it was for her to eat noodles when she was a child… And I’m so glad she did.

It felt like a journey back in time with a unique dining experience to share with loved ones. And now, I want to share and support Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles because not only was the experience so unique, but the food was incredibly delicious.

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location + ambiance

Authentic Taiwanese Noodle Stand - Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles in Taichung

Tucked away in the corner of Zhongmei Street, you'll find Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles' vintage wooden stand, where the owner crafts each dish with precision. 

There is both indoor and outdoor dining.

The smell of freshly cooked dishes lures you closer to his stand with seats out in front, offering a front-row seat to the culinary artistry.

I highly recommend sitting outside to experience this unique dining experience. 

I felt like I traveled back in time and got to experience eating noodles the old-fashioned way.

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food highlights

Prepare yourself because you will be BLOWN away

Each dish we ordered was incredible! 

Here's a glimpse of what we had:

Scrumptious Scallion Noodles at Shanghai Kung Fu - Taichung Culinary Delight

【上海蔥油拌面 + 功夫魯蛋】
Shanghai Scallion Noodles with Kung Fu Eggs
【季節時蔬】
Seasonal Vegetables

The broth infused the noodles with perfection, while the Lu Dan (魯蛋) added a soft and flavorful touch. It's a perfect pairing with the noodles!

Lu Dan (魯蛋, also known as 滷蛋) is similar to tea eggs and is marinated in a sauce, resulting in a flavorful egg with a soft and tasty inside.

These veggies are a must when enjoying noodles, as they vary with the season, ensuring freshness. Pair them with your noodles for some delicious greens!

Spicy Lao Ma Chao Shou at Shanghai Kung Fu - Taichung Foodie Adventure

【<辣>老麻抄手】
<Spicy> Lao Ma Chao Shou

Gabriel's spicy pick delivered the perfect amount of HEAT.

Highly recommended for spice enthusiasts and wonton lovers!

Refreshing White Tofu Dish at Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles - Taichung's Hidden Gem

【功夫白豆干】
Kung Fu White Tofu

Wowwww! This was definitely very refreshing for the palate and perfect for when the weather’s hot. Lightly glazed with sesame oil sauce, this dish provided a perfect balance, especially with the <Spicy> Lao Ma Chao Shou(<辣>老麻抄手).

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know before you go!

delightful menu offerings at Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles – a culinary journey in Taichung

Chinese menu -- grab it at the front & fill in your order

BEST TIME TO GO

Surprisingly, Wednesdays to Saturdays are the best days to eat at Shanghai Kung Fu Noodles!

DIETARY REQUEST

While there are a few vegetarian options, unfortunately, there are no vegan choices available due to the savory broth.

DRESS CODE

Stay casual

PAYMENT

As this is a small business, only cash is accepted.

PERFECT FOR

Casual dinner with friends or family 

PRICING

$

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

It's first-come, first-served. No reservations are available!

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Nostalgic Noodle Booth at Shanghai Kung Fu - Taichung's Culinary Time Capsule

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HOURS

Monday - Saturday
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM,
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday
CLOSED

LOCATION

No. 380號, Zhongmei St, West District,
Taichung City, Taiwan 403

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10272023 17:25

Last Updated: 10.03.2024

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