Nanjichang Night Market (南機場夜市) is my favorite night market in Taipei. Unlike more touristy spots, this market is mostly frequented by locals, and many vendors don’t speak English or Japanese. But that’s exactly what I love about it—the authentic atmosphere!
When people talk about Nanjichang Night Market, Shan Nay Chicken (山內雞肉飯) often comes up as a must-visit spot. I was eager to eat there again, but unfortunately, it was temporarily closed this time. (The photo below was taken a few years ago.)
Since I was craving chicken, I wandered through an alley lined with food stalls and came across 好吃炸雞, a small stall specializing in deep-fried foods. They don’t have seating, so after ordering, I found a spot in front of a Family Mart to enjoy my meal. It turned out to be the perfect place to relax and eat!
This stall is quite popular, and sometimes there’s a line. Their signature deep-fried chicken (雞排) is a favorite, but they also offer a variety of other options, including mushrooms, king oyster mushrooms, squid, squid balls, green beans, rice cakes with pork blood (豬血糕), German sausages, and more. One unique item on the menu is 龍珠, which is actually the beak of a squid!
The deep-fried chicken was freshly cooked and served piping hot! Sitting in front of Family Mart, I took my first bite—it was huge! The crispy outer layer was perfectly crunchy, while the inside remained incredibly juicy. It even had a slight hint of spice, which made it even more addictive.
One thing I noticed was that even after it had cooled down, the chicken was still delicious and juicy, unlike most fried chicken, which tends to lose its appeal when cold. Plus, it had very few bones, making it easy to eat.
This is now my favorite Taiwanese deep-fried chicken! I completely understand why locals love Nanjichang Night Market—it’s filled with incredible food like this.
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