San Hao Yi Kung Tao Angelica Duck
Tainan CityWest Central DistrictDeli
A long-established Tainan angelica duck noodle shop with an aromatic broth; the duck-leg noodles and rice blood cake each have their own character.
At a Glance
Cash only
Signature Dishes
Angelica Duck-Leg Noodles
The duck leg has thin, tender skin, a smooth texture with a little chew, and a full, mellow, fragrant broth.
Angelica Duck Meat Noodles
The broth is clear-sweet and not bitter; the duck texture ranges from tender to somewhat tough, while the noodles range from soft to springy.
Mi Xue (rice blood cake)
The rice blood cake is tender and easy to bite through even with weaker teeth; it is good either in soup or dry.
Duck Offal
The duck offal has no gamey odor; the gizzard is soft with a springy bite, the liver is mealy, the heart has a distinct bite, and the intestines are crisp and easy to bite through.
At a Glance
- Value verdict
- Prices are fair.
What you should know
Avoid if
- If you need air-conditioned dining
What you should know
- There have been instances of the duck-leg noodles selling out early; call ahead if you want them.
- Indoor seating is under the arcade and there is no air conditioning, so it may feel stuffy in hot weather.
- There are few roadside parking spaces nearby, and parking is harder when it is busy.