Sung Chu Yuan
Taipei CityShilin DistrictChinese restaurant
Chicken mains and Taiwanese shared dishes come in generous portions, making this suitable for family or group dining; reserve ahead during busy periods.
At a Glance
Signature Dishes
Crispy Chicken
The skin can be crisp and the meat tender and juicy; it may also have thin, less-crisp skin or arrive somewhat cold.
Poached Chicken
The skin is sweetly fragrant without being cloying, with a pronounced chicken flavor; the meat may range from firm and tender to somewhat tough.
Can't Find the Stinky Tofu
A pronounced stinky aroma and chili flavor stand out, with crisp fried-dough bits adding texture; it may also have only the stinky aroma, with everything turning soft.
Taro Roll
The exterior is crisp and the taro paste soft and mildly sweet; it is more fragrant when freshly fried and suits dessert after the meal.
At a Glance
- Value verdict
- Generous portions and a broad menu
- Reservation
- Reservations are advisable; on-site queuing has been possible, but busy periods may involve a long wait.
What you should know
Best for
- Family or group dining
Avoid if
- In a rush without a reservation
What you should know
- Standard dining is limited to 60 minutes; larger tables have been described as allowing up to 90 minutes.
- Free parking is across the street, but spaces may be scarce during busy periods; arrive early on holidays.
- There has been an arrangement where spending NT$1,000 or more came with a basket of mini steamed buns.