謝家八寶冰
Tainan CityWest Central DistrictDessert shop
An eight-treasure shaved ice dessert with customizable toppings; the tangyuan are firm and chewy, while the almond jelly is bouncy with a light almond flavor.
At a Glance
Cash only
Signature Dishes
Eight-treasure shaved ice
The eight-treasure selection lists seven toppings; peanuts and lotus seeds can also be added, and the portion is generous.
Tangyuan
The small tangyuan are firm and chewy and stay bouncy against the ice; on their own, they may taste relatively mild.
Almond fen guo
An almond-flavored starch jelly, bouncy and chewy with a light, non-milky almond flavor and a distinctive texture.
Lotus seeds
The lotus seeds are stewed until soft; they have sold out by around 9 p.m., so they may be unavailable if you arrive late.
At a Glance
- Peak hours
- A visit at 7:50 p.m. once found the second spot in line.
What you should know
Avoid if
- If you prefer low sweetness
What you should know
- There is no restroom on site.
- Open from 7 p.m.; tangyuan or lotus seeds may occasionally sell out early.