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愛玉之夢遊仙草
Exit 4 · about 4 min walk

愛玉之夢遊仙草

Ai Yu Zhi Meng You Xian Cao
Desserts, Local Eats, Late-Night Eats · 大安區
★ 3.7・2,331 reviews 139 views Open now
B VISITOR RATING
METROBITES VISITOR RATING
Consider it if you are nearby

“House-made grass jelly and handmade aiyu are the reasons to visit. Mixed shaved ice combines silkiness, bounce, and soy fragrance for a worthwhile Taiwanese-dessert stop.”

Silky house-made grass jelly Handmade Alishan aiyu jelly Layered mixed-ice textures
This rating asks whether the place is worth fitting into your trip, considering distinctiveness, local significance, Google reviews, and MRT convenience—not taste alone.
WORTH THE STOP?

Is this place worth adding to your MRT itinerary?

It can feel very different if you are already at this stop versus making a special trip here.
★★★☆☆
ALREADY HERE
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Depends on your schedule

If you are already at 信義安和站 · Xinyi Anhe, it is an easy walk and a natural fit for this stop.

★☆☆☆☆
WORTH THE DETOUR?
Making a special trip
No need to ride over just for it

If you are elsewhere, consider whether it is worth an extra MRT ride just for this place.

WHY VISIT

Why add it to your itinerary?

01
The softness of house-made grass jelly and handmade aiyu

The shop makes aiyu jelly from Alishan seeds and simmers its own grass jelly. These soft, silky bases pair with taro balls, tapioca pearls, and beans to show the layers of Taiwanese iced desserts.

02
From mixed ice to an elegant sweet soup

Choose mixed grass jelly ice for varied chewiness, mixed tofu pudding ice for a rich soy note, or white fungus and lotus seed soup for a lighter rhythm of gently crisp fungus and plump seeds.

03
A dessert bowl just outside the night market

The small shop sits on the main road outside Tonghua Street and works well after a night-market walk. Seating and table space are tight, so groups should check before deciding to dine in or take away.

04
High visibility built on more than 2,000 reviews

Google currently shows about 3.7 from 2,331 reviews, a straightforward popularity reference for first-time visitors.

WHAT TO ORDER

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Editors
夜班大叔
Mixed Grass Jelly Shaved Ice MetroBites visit photo

Mixed Grass Jelly Shaved Ice

Silky grass jelly comes with taro balls, tapioca pearls, and small red beans. Gentle sweetness gives way to chewy balls and creamy beans that retain their shape. Creamer ties the toppings together, making this ideal for comparing silky, soft, creamy, and springy textures in one bowl.

Mixed Tofu Pudding Shaved Ice MetroBites visit photo

Mixed Tofu Pudding Shaved Ice

Rich, creamy tofu pudding shares a bowl with silky grass jelly, each retaining its own soy fragrance and mild sweetness. Barley, aiyu jelly, and tapioca pearls can add graininess, light slipperiness, and soft chewiness for diners who want tofu pudding with layered mixed-ice textures.

TAIWAN FOOD Taiwanese Shaved Ice
White Fungus and Lotus Seed Soup MetroBites visit photo

White Fungus and Lotus Seed Soup

Delicate white fungus fills the bowl beneath plump lotus seeds. The fungus is soft with a slight crunch, while the seeds offer gentle bean-like fragrance. Restrained syrup lets the ingredients shine, making this an elegant alternative to crushed ice and numerous toppings.

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FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Choose the base before the toppings

Grass jelly shaved ice is silky and chewy, while the tofu pudding version adds a rich soy note. Choose white fungus and lotus seed soup for something lighter, and follow the shop's rules when selecting toppings.

02
Check whether the seating suits your group

Tables are close together, bags are hard to place, and sharing a table may be necessary when busy. Larger groups can split up or order takeaway.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Bring the crushed ice up from the bottom

The crushed ice in both mixed bowls is hidden under the toppings. Before eating, gently fold upward from the bottom so ice alternates with grass jelly or tofu pudding and the first bites are cool too.

FULL VISIT

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✨ AI Visit Snapshot

愛玉之夢遊仙草 · Ai Yu Zhi Meng You Xian Cao is a longstanding dessert shop on Tonghua Street in Taipei's Da'an District, near Tonghua Night Market. It specializes in grass jelly, aiyu jelly, tofu pudding, and traditional sweet soups. Its signature bowls combine silky grass jelly with taro balls, tapioca pearls, and red beans, while richer tofu pudding and white fungus with lotus seeds offer alternatives. It suits anyone seeking a cool finish after shopping or nostalgic Taiwanese toppings.

Interior and dining atmosphere:This is a small street-front shop rather than a cart. Signatures and press clippings along the wall show its accumulated popularity, but tables and seats are close together and bags are difficult to place. Groups of three to five quickly fill the room; in busy periods, diners may share round tables, where five or six people can even bump elbows while eating ice.
Location and dining notes:The address is 台北市大安區通化街五十六號, on Tonghua Street outside the night-market lanes. Outside food is prohibited and there is no restroom. Ice desserts may be adjusted with either extra ice or extra syrup, not both. A standard mixed bowl is preset, or guests may choose a total of five toppings including grass jelly. Seating is tight, so groups can split up or order takeaway.
Mixed Grass Jelly Shaved Ice

This bowl combines grass jelly, taro balls, tapioca pearls, small red beans, and creamer, with crushed ice hidden underneath for mixing upward. The jelly is silky rather than firmly set; the balls are soft and chewy, and the beans are creamy yet intact. Creamer connects the gentle sweetness and toppings, offering silky, soft, creamy, and springy textures together.

仙草綜合冰

Mixed Tofu Pudding Shaved Ice

Tofu pudding and grass jelly form the base, followed by three selected toppings; one combination uses barley, aiyu jelly, and tapioca pearls. Rich, creamy tofu pudding contrasts with silky jelly, while aiyu refreshes, barley adds grain texture, and pearls provide soft bounce. Turning up the crushed ice from below makes the bowl cooler and crisper.

豆花綜合冰

White Fungus and Lotus Seed Soup

The bowl is filled with delicate white fungus and topped with plump lotus seeds. The fungus is soft with a slight crunch; the large, non-bitter seeds release a gentle bean-like aroma. Lower sweetness than the tofu pudding ice keeps the ingredients clear. It is an elegant, easygoing choice without crushed ice or numerous toppings.

白木耳蓮子湯
Uncle's saying: Don't leave as soon as the night-market walk ends. Save room for grass jelly and slowly gather silky, chewy, and creamy textures into your stomach.
💡 Ordering Notes

For a first visit, Mixed Grass Jelly Shaved Ice gives the fullest signature combination of taro balls, pearls, red beans, and creamer. Choose Mixed Tofu Pudding Shaved Ice for stronger soy fragrance, using aiyu or barley for freshness. For lower sweetness and less crushed ice, choose White Fungus and Lotus Seed Soup. Groups should note the cramped seating and possible shared tables.

  • Location:台北市大安區通化街五十六號, on the street outside Tonghua Night Market.
  • Type:Grass jelly, aiyu jelly, tofu pudding, and traditional sweet soups.
  • Recommended:Mixed Grass Jelly Shaved Ice, Mixed Tofu Pudding Shaved Ice, White Fungus and Lotus Seed Soup.
  • Features:A longstanding dessert shop with varied toppings selectable under house rules.
  • Best for:Night-market visitors seeking dessert and fans of silky grass jelly and nostalgic toppings.

📌 Editor's Summary

愛玉之夢遊仙草 · Ai Yu Zhi Meng You Xian Cao clearly organizes familiar Taiwanese dessert textures. Mixed Grass Jelly Shaved Ice links silky jelly with taro balls, pearls, and creamy red beans; Mixed Tofu Pudding Shaved Ice contrasts rich tofu pudding with refreshing aiyu; White Fungus and Lotus Seed Soup lowers the sweetness to spotlight delicate ingredients. Though the shop is small, wall signatures and clippings make its history tangible, making it a fitting dessert finale to Tonghua Night Market.

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STORE INFORMATION

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Address
106台灣臺北市大安區通安里通化街56號
Opening hours
Monday: 12:00 – 03:00
Tuesday: 12:00 – 03:00
Wednesday: 12:00 – 03:00
Thursday: 12:00 – 03:00
Friday: 12:00 – 03:00
Saturday: 12:00 – 03:00
Sunday: Closed
GETTING THERE

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信義安和站 · Xinyi Anhe
Exit 4 · about 4 min walk · about 284 m
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Walking About 4 min from Exit 4 · about 284 m
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