Dining Out 2 minutes 13 August 2025

MICHELIN Inspectors Share Their 8 Favorite Dishes from the Newly Listed Bib Gourmands in New Taipei City in the MICHELIN Guide Taiwan 2025

The MICHELIN Guide Taiwan 2025 Bib Gourmand selection is out and for the first time, New Taipei City joins the list. Check out the 8 dishes that won over the MICHELIN inspectors.

Taro Paste with Cane Ice

A-ba’s Taro Ball

A dessert that celebrates harmony in both flavor and texture. Smooth, naturally sweet taro paste pairs beautifully with a rich taro sauce, while chewy taro balls offer distinct, satisfying layers. Though taro takes center stage, the honeyed red beans and finely shaved cane ice nearly steal the spotlight. The beans are soft yet hold their shape and texture, with just the right sweetness and a fragrant aroma. The cane ice melts instantly on the tongue, releasing a light, natural sweetness — a perfectly refreshing way to cool off in summer. (Hero image ©MICHELIN)


(©Da One Gone Lamb)
(©Da One Gone Lamb)

Braised Pork Rice with Braised Egg

Da One Gone Lamb

Each grain of rice is firm and springy, crowned with a glossy meat sauce made from fatty pork. The dark soy glaze and pork fat create a rich, sweet flavor that’s never greasy. Brimming with collagen, the sauce clings to the rice, giving it a sticky, lip-smacking texture, while the braised egg adds a well-seasoned, comforting touch.

(©MICHELIN)
(©MICHELIN)

Pork Knuckle & Pork Hock

Guang Xing Pork Knuckle

The pork knuckle features a glossy, gelatinous skin that’s pleasantly springy and never greasy, carrying a delicate soy sauce aroma. The pork hock, thinly sliced and tinged with a rich amber hue, offers juicy lean meat with a deeper, more robust savoriness. Fresh cilantro adds brightness, while the house-made chili sauce with anchovies delivers a bold, umami-laden kick.

(©MICHELIN)
(©MICHELIN)

Stir-fried Taro Strips with Celery

San Chieh Mei Nung Chia Le

A creative pairing of taro and celery — uncommon yet surprisingly harmonious. Only the tender core of the taro is used, mashed, shaped into strips, and stir-fried with shredded celery. The soft, naturally sweet taro nearly melts in the mouth, while the crisp, aromatic celery provides a refreshing contrast for a distinctive, well-balanced bite.

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Traditional Braised Pork Rice

SÒNG JHAO

A sauce made from fatty pork belly is ladled over steaming white rice. Though modest in quantity, its savory-sweet richness permeates every grain. Despite its glossy, fatty appearance, the rice is fragrant with soy sauce and spices, while the tender pork melts in the mouth without feeling heavy. (Left image ©梁德倫/SÒNG JHAO

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Sea Bass Soup (Center Cut)

Superman

Thick, center-cut slices of sea bass are cooked to order and served in a steaming, clear broth. The skin stays glossy and intact, while the flesh is tender and fresh. Instead of ginger, Thai basil and goji berries bring a gentle sweetness and herbal aroma that enhance the fish’s natural umami — a light yet deeply satisfying soup. (left image ©吳宜筠/Superman)


(©Tsai Chia Beef Noodles )
(©Tsai Chia Beef Noodles )

Clear Broth Beef Noodles

Tsai Chia Beef Noodles

A golden, fragrant broth shimmers with a hint of oil, infused with the essence of beef bones from long, slow cooking. Thick slices of brisket are tender yet pleasantly chewy, while springy noodles soak up the savory broth. A final sprinkle of chopped green onion adds a bright, spicy lift, making every bite memorable.


(©MICHELIN)
(©MICHELIN)

Pepper Scallion Flatbread

Yonghe Chia Hsiang Soy Milk

This flatbread, resembling a small, thick clay oven roll, features a golden, crisp crust with subtle sweetness and a nutty sesame aroma. Inside, the chewy, fragrant dough is filled with scallions and a hint of pepper, offering a perfectly balanced savory lift. Simple yet deeply satisfying, it lets the natural flavor of the dough shine.


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