Crispy oven-baked buns filled with minced meat, abundant black pepper, and scallions, typically cooked in a clay oven.
3 top-rated spots found
This is the most iconic pepper bun in Taipei, consistently recognized by the Michelin Guide. The buns are hand-pressed and stuck to the sides of a deep cylindrical clay oven over glowing charcoal, resulting in a smoky, crackling crust that is impossible to replicate in a standard oven.
📍 No. 249, Raohe St, Songshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 105 · View on Maps
Located in a narrow, unassuming alleyway near Longshan Temple, this spot is favored by locals who find the Raohe version too touristy. The crust here is slightly thinner and more biscuit-like, focusing the experience on the high-quality green scallions and marinated meat.
📍 No. 4, Lane 13, Heping W Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108 · View on Maps
Tracing its lineage back to 1941, this establishment prides itself on a recipe passed down through four generations. Their buns are known for being exceptionally juicy—almost like a giant, baked Xiao Long Bao—requiring careful handling to avoid the hot broth.
📍 No. 1, Lane 101, Dadong Rd, Shilin District, Taipei City, Taiwan 111 · View on Maps