KaoChi is one of Taipei's most underrated and longest-standing restaurants. Over fify years old, KaoChi was established in 1949 and remains today in the foodie-friendly area of Yongkang Street, right near Dongmen MRT Station. KaoChi originally opened to soothe the nostalgic bellies of Chinese expats. Today KaoChi offers an extensive and affordable range of authentic Shanhai and Chinese delicacies.

Arguably outdoing rival Din Tai Fung dumpling house, in staple xiao long bao - famed here for the option of crab roe! Expect dim sum, rice cakes, fried stuffed buns, beef noodle soup, dim sum, stir fried rice cakes and almond tofu. Open until 10:30PM weekdays and weekends, KaoChi is a fun lunch or dinner stop for families or anyone really yearning for the tastes of the Middle Kingdom.