Ding Hao Zi Lin
Taipei CityDa'an DistrictDumpling restaurant
A popular local noodle-and-dumpling shop tucked in a basement, with dumplings, beef rolls, and potstickers on the menu.
At a Glance
Signature Dishes
Steamed dumplings
Handmade and generously sized, with juicy filling; the wrappers are somewhat thick but springy, so take note if you prefer thin wrappers.
Beef flatbread roll
Beef and sauce come in a chewy, layered flatbread; the beef is well-braised and flavorful, though it may feel dry with vinegar that comes through strongly.
Potstickers
Crisp wrappers with a juicy filling; the flavor is familiar and the texture is similar to potstickers found elsewhere.
Beef egg-drop soup
A mild, clean-tasting broth with gentle beef flavor and plenty of egg; cilantro is added, and it has happened that this was not mentioned in advance.
Zhajiang noodles
Handmade noodles with a chewy bite; the savory sauce is salty and fragrant without becoming too salty, and stands out in every bite.
At a Glance
- Peak hours
- Lunch and dinner often require waiting for a table.
- Reservation
- Reservations are not accepted.
What you should know
Best for
- For noodle lovers
Avoid if
- If you dislike thick dumpling wrappers
What you should know
- The restaurant is on B1 of Ding Hao City Mall; the entrance is inconspicuous and easy to miss on a first visit.
- Cash only, but you can use an electronic-invoice carrier.
- Parking spaces are hard to find.