On the second day of my trip to Taipei, I had breakfast at a soy milk shop near MRT Zhongshan Station (中山站). The shop’s name is Sihai Soy Milk King (四海豆漿大王). In Taiwan, soy milk shops are a classic breakfast destination, where many locals stop by to grab something to go.
Although it was still early in the morning and the streets were quiet, this shop was bustling with activity. The staff were incredibly busy! Originally, I had planned to visit a different breakfast spot, but seeing the crowd here convinced me that the food must be good.
The menu is displayed in Chinese on the wall, and there are English and Japanese menus available at the cashier for easier ordering.
After placing my order at the counter, the lady at the cashier prepared my tray with the food. I paid, found a seat, and enjoyed my breakfast: Salted warm soy milk (鹹豆漿, 25 TWD), egg crepe (蛋餅, 20 TWD), cold soy milk (冰豆漿, 15 TWD) and meat bun (肉包, 20 TWD).
I particularly enjoyed the egg crepe—it was crispy on the outside and soft inside. But my favorite item was the Salted warm soy milk. It reminded me of Japanese chawanmushi (steamed egg custard) and had a rich texture with deep-fried buns floating in it. The hint of vinegar added a slight tang, making it mildly congealed. Even if you’re not a fan of soy milk, this dish might surprise you—it tasted more like milk and had no strong soy flavor.
Despite the long line to order, there were plenty of empty seats initially. However, as I ate, more people arrived, filling up the tables. At one point, a group of eight ladies rearranged chairs to share a small table—it was quite a lively scene!
One thing I learned later: although I walked from my hotel near Taipei Station along the main road, there’s actually an underground path connecting Zhongshan and Taipei Stations. It’s shorter and more convenient than walking above ground.
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Name Sihai Soy Milk King (四海豆漿大王)
Open Morning through night
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