Beans Village (豆花荘) is a delightful douhua (tofu pudding) shop conveniently located near Ningxia Night Market (寧夏夜市). Every time I visit the market or explore the nearby area, I make it a point to stop by this shop. With douhua starting at just 40 TWD, it feels as casual as grabbing a drink from a vending machine!
Established in 1965, Beans Village underwent a renovation in March 2016, giving it a fresh and modern look while maintaining its long-standing charm.
Beans Village gets very busy during the night market’s operating hours. The shop has seating available on both the first and second floors. When you arrive, you’ll notice two lines: the right line is for TO GO, while the left line (inside the shop) is FOR HERE orders.
If you choose to eat inside, simply place your order and pay at the cashier. You’ll receive your dessert on a tray, and then you can find a seat wherever you like.
The second floor offers more seating than the first floor, making it a great spot to enjoy your treat.
The menu at Beans Village includes shaved ice, douhua, and warm soup (available only in winter). You can choose between warm or cold douhua, depending on the season. Toppings such as taro (芋頭) or black sesame-filled rice dumplings (黒心白玉) cost just 10–15 TWD each. The menu is also tourist-friendly, with photos and descriptions in English and Japanese. Impressively, all the douhua and toppings are made in-house.
Douhua with peanuts. This is the shop’s most popular item! I opted for the cold version, which comes with shaved ice and a generous amount of sweet peanut syrup. The staff asked if I wanted ice (“Ice?”), and I said, “Yes, please!” The price remains the same either way. The peanut syrup was rich and sweet, perfectly complementing the delicate douhua.
For a warm and comforting option, try the douhua with taro ball. The taro balls had a wonderfully chewy texture, and the amber-colored syrup was mildly sweet with a soothing warmth. Warm douhua is just as delightful as the cold version!
Almond jelly shaved ice. This dessert may say “shaved ice” (冰) in its name, but the real star is the almond jelly hidden underneath.
It’s refreshing, not overly sweet, and has a soft jelly-like texture.
When you finish your meal, there’s no need to return your tray or dishes – just gather your belongings and leave.
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Name Beans Village (豆花荘)
Open Morning through midnight
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