When it comes to Lu Rou Fan (braised pork rice) in Taipei, one of the most famous spots is Jinfen Braised Pork Rice (金峰魯肉飯), located near Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall. The shop is incredibly popular, and when I visited, there was a long queue of people waiting in front of the restaurant!
They have two lines:
Left: To go (外帯)
Right: For here (内用)
Both lines were long, but I chose the right line, as I wanted to eat inside the shop.
The kitchen is set up outside the shop, and the delightful smell of braised pork wafts out, tempting pedestrians walking by.
Despite the queue of about 30 people, I was seated within 15 minutes. They operate quickly and efficiently — no drinks are served, and tables turn over fast. Everyone clears out as soon as they finish their meal. The staff quickly recognized that I didn’t speak Chinese and assumed I was Japanese, so they kindly switched to simple Japanese for our conversation 😊
Once seated, I wrote my order on the provided order sheet. Fortunately, I had done my research in advance, so there was no confusion. The staff was also very helpful and provided a menu with photos and Japanese/English translations.
Interestingly, I noticed an item called “頭髄湯” on the menu – a pork brain soup. Though I was intrigued, I didn’t have the courage to order it! It looked similar to soft roe, which I love, but I wasn’t sure about this one…
Lu rou fan (Braised pork rice) is their specialty and comes in three sizes:
Small: 30 TWD / Medium: 40 TWD / Large: 50 TWD
I chose the small size, as it resembled the portion I usually eat at home. Though it didn’t have much meat, the braised pork was flavorful, and the sauce had soaked into the rice beautifully. The aroma of star anise was very light, making it a comfortable dish for those unfamiliar with its taste.
Tip: If you’re a fan of Lu Rou Fan with a stronger star anise flavor, check out Huang Ji Braised Pork Rice near Shuangcheng Street.
Boiled green vegetable. It was boiled Chinese water spinach, seasoned with soy sauce and garlic. It had a satisfying crunch and was light but flavorful.
They offer three sizes:
Small: 20 TWD / Medium: 30 TWD / Large: 40 TWD
I recommend the small size if you’re dining alone!
Pork innards soup. This was an interesting choice. The soup had a mix of pork innards and lots of winter melon. It was seasoned very lightly and was hearty — almost too much to scoop up with a spoon. It was a unique experience, and though a bit challenging, I enjoyed it.
If you’re exploring Taipei and looking for a local comfort food experience, Jinfen Braised Pork Rice is definitely worth a visit. The Lu Rou Fan is affordable, quick, and authentic, and the overall experience is unforgettable. Don’t miss it if you love Taiwanese food!
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