Eat Like a Local, Even with Luggage! Your 2025 Guide to Tainan’s Best Food Near the Train Station
Welcome to Tainan, a city where food is an essential part of the journey! Whether you’re staying at the 3 Door Hotel or have just arrived at Tainan Station, the last thing you want is to drag your luggage around searching for a place to eat. Fret not! This guide will take you on a walking tour of the best local eateries and unique cafes near Tainan Station for 2025. Get ready to satisfy your cravings and taste the authentic flavors of this historic city, hassle-free!
A 10-15 Min Walk: Local’s Secret Picks for Lunch & Dinner (After 11:00 AM)
Lao Tseng Lamb (老曾羊肉) | Michelin Bib Gourmand Recipient
A beloved institution for over 50 years, Lao Tseng Lamb is a favorite for both locals and tourists, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand recommendation. The stir-fried lamb with Chinese kale is packed with smoky ‘wok hei’, and the Dang Gui (Angelica root) lamb soup is a heart-warming classic, available all day long.
- Signature Dishes: Stir-fried Lamb with Chinese Kale, Dang Gui Lamb Soup, Sesame Oil Lamb Soup, Clear Broth Lamb Soup, Lamb Rice Box.
- Average Price: NT$100 – 200.
- Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM (Open daily).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 7 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 8 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: No. 131, Section 2, Minzu Road, West Central District, Tainan City
A-Lian Beef Soup (阿蓮牛肉湯) | All-You-Can-Eat Braised Pork Rice
Known for its sweet and savory broth, A-Lian serves up incredibly tender beef soup. The best part? Ordering any beef soup gets you unlimited free servings of white rice and their delicious braised beef rice. It’s unbeatable value and open until midnight for late-night cravings.
- Signature Dishes: Premium Beef Soup, Top-Grade Beef Soup, Special Beef Soup.
- Average Price: NT$150 – 250.
- Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Closed on Mondays).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 7 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 13 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: No. 57, Gongyuan Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Luocheng Sticky Rice (落成米糕) | Timeless Michelin-Recommended Classic
A true icon in Tainan’s sticky rice scene, Luocheng serves up perfectly chewy rice topped with fragrant braised pork and peanuts—a classic comfort food for generations of locals. Pair it with a bowl of their hearty and refreshing Four-Herbal Soup (四神湯) for a simple yet deeply satisfying Tainan meal.
- Signature Dishes: Sticky Rice (米糕), Four-Herbal Soup (四神湯).
- Average Price: NT$50 – 100.
- Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Closed on Wednesdays).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 8 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 13 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: No. 241, Section 2, Minzu Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Yu Nabeyaki (御鍋燒) | Tainan’s Top Choice for Affordable Nabeyaki Noodles
This specialty shop offers large portions of Nabeyaki noodles at a great price. With a wide variety of flavors, their signature Milk Broth Nabeyaki is a must-try for its rich and creamy taste. They even offer a unique “one pot, three ways to eat” option for a diverse dining experience!
- Signature Dishes: Milk Broth Nabeyaki, Satay Nabeyaki, Stir-fried Yi Mein.
- Average Price: NT$80 – 110.
- Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM / 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (May close early if sold out).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 18 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 5 mins from Tainan Station (Rear Exit).
- Address: No. 75, Yule Street, East District, Tainan City
For the Night Owls: Tainan’s Late-Night Eateries (After 9:00 PM)
Chun Niu Soy Milk (春牛豆漿大王) | Tainan’s Most Beautiful Late-Night Chinese Breakfast
Hailed as Tainan’s most stylish soy milk shop, Chun Niu transforms traditional Chinese breakfast into a charming late-night affair. Don’t miss their Pickled Chili Pork Danbing (egg crepe)—a local favorite with an incredible burst of flavor and texture.
- Signature Dishes: Pickled Chili Pork Danbing, Shaobing Youtiao, Salty Soy Milk, Potstickers.
- Average Price: NT$40 – 100.
- Opening Hours: 9:00 PM – 11:00 AM (Closed on Mondays).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 7 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 14 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: No. 481, Chenggong Road, West Central District, Tainan City
You Niu You Mian (有牛有麵) | Beef Noodles Until 3 AM
A new beef noodle spot opened in 2025, this cozy shop serves a rich, deeply flavorful beef noodle soup with a robust broth and perfectly chewy noodles. Open until the early morning, it’s the ultimate destination for a hot, satisfying late-night meal in Tainan.
- Signature Dishes: Braised Beef Noodle Soup, Clear Broth Beef Noodle Soup.
- Average Price: NT$190 – 290.
- Opening Hours: 5:30 PM – 3:00 AM (Closed on Mondays).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 6 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 9 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: No. 161, Section 2, Minzu Road, West Central District, Tainan City
You Zu Mala Dry Pot Crispy Chicken (游族麻辣乾鍋鹹酥雞) | The King of Dry-Pot Fried Chicken
This legendary fried chicken stall, born from a night market, now has a permanent home near the Yuhuang Gong Temple. Their signature is a dry-pot style stir-fry with layers of mala spice, cumin, and basil. The aroma alone is irresistible—we highly recommend calling ahead to order!
- Signature Items: Crispy Fried Chicken, Green Beans, Fried Silver Thread Buns. Try them with basil, cumin, or mala seasoning!
- Average Price: NT$200 – 400.
- Opening Hours: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 7 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 11 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: Google Maps Link for You Zu Crispy Chicken
A Jiang Stir-fried Eel Noodles (阿江炒鱔魚) | A ‘Wok Hei’ Masterpiece
What’s a Tainan food tour without a plate of stir-fried eel noodles? This 50-year-old shop serves up an iconic dish bursting with ‘wok hei’. The thick, sweet-and-sour sauce clings to the crispy eel and perfectly cooked noodles, making it the ultimate guilty pleasure for a late-night feast.
- Signature Dishes: Dry Stir-fried Eel with Yi Mein, Eel Thick Soup (Geng).
- Average Price: NT$120 – 200.
- Opening Hours: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Closed on Mondays, check Google Maps for updates).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 19 mins from 3 Door Hotel (Worth the walk!).
- Address: Google Maps Link for A Jiang Stir-fried Eel
For the Artsy Soul: Unique Cafes & Desserts Near the Station
KOEMON | Old-House French Pâtisserie
Tucked away in a Tainan alley, KOEMON is an old-house café famous for its exquisite French pastries and macarons. With its chic, minimalist interior, it’s a popular spot for Instagrammers and perfect for a quiet afternoon enjoying beautifully crafted sweets.
- Signature Desserts: KOEMON Lemon Tart No. 2, Red Oolong Milk Caramel Choux Tart, Tea-flavored Macarons.
- Average Price: NT$120 – 350 (for a drink + dessert).
- Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed on Thursdays, check social media for updates).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 7 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 5 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: No. 17, Lane 15, Section 2, Beimen Road, North District, Tainan City
Paripari apt. | Kissaten & Vintage Goods
A multi-concept space combining a “Kissaten” (Japanese-style coffee shop) with a vintage goods store. Housed in a renovated old building, Paripari apt. exudes an incredible retro vibe. It’s a place not just to sip coffee, but also to browse unique Japanese antiques and soak in the Showa-era atmosphere.
- Signature Items: Classic Pudding, Buttered Thick Toast, Ice Cream Soda.
- Average Price: NT$200 – 400 (for a drink + dessert).
- Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed on Thursdays, check social media for updates).
- Walking Distance: Approx. 8 mins from 3 Door Hotel; 14 mins from Tainan Station.
- Address: No. 9, Lane 158, Section 2, Zhongyi Road, West Central District, Tainan City
