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阿爸の芋圓 樂華店
About 8 min walk

阿爸の芋圓 樂華店

A Ba Taro Balls Lehua
Desserts, Local Eats, Late-Night Eats · 永和區
★ 4.3・5,896 reviews 254 views Open now
B+ VISITOR RATING
METROBITES VISITOR RATING
Worth a stop if nearby

“Crisp cane ice, rich taro, and multiple chewy toppings intersect in one bowl for more dimension than shaved ice. Generous portions suit sharing with a night-market companion.”

Cane-sugar ice flakes Taro paste and taro balls Lehua Night Market
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
Already at this stop
Depends on your schedule

If you are already at 永安市場站 · Yongan Market, it is an easy walk and a natural fit for this stop.

★★☆☆☆
WORTH THE DETOUR?
Making a special trip
No need to change plans

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
Cane-sugar ice differs from ordinary shaved ice

The ice has thin, crisp flakes, light smokiness, and resists quickly melting to water, making its difference clear immediately.

02
Three taro textures in one bowl

Dense taro ball, rich smooth taro sauce, and springy taro balls create three textures from one ingredient.

03
Strong recognition built on more than 5,000 reviews

Google currently shows about 4.3 stars from 5,896 reviews, a clear popularity reference for first-time visitors.

04
Ideal for two to share after the night market

Portions and toppings have presence. Sharing one bowl after Lehua Night Market helps finish it before melting.

WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

Editors
夜班大叔
Taro Encounter Cane-Sugar Ice MetroBites visit photo

Taro Encounter Cane-Sugar Ice

Taro ball, taro sauce, taro balls, white glutinous balls, tapioca, and pearl barley layer over cane ice for full taro aroma and chew.

TAIWAN FOOD Taiwanese Shaved Ice
A TASTE OF TAIWAN

Chewy layers in night-market shaved ice

Taiwanese night-market ice often layers taro balls, tapioca pearls, glutinous rice balls, and barley for chew beyond coolness. Cane flakes replace loose shaved ice here, with taro balls and sauce moving clearly from crisp to chewy to creamy.

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FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Dine-in: find seats before taking a form

Evening queues are common at the night market. For dine-in, secure a seat before taking an order sheet to the counter line.

02
Order and pay at the counter, then wait

Dine-in and takeaway share the same ordering queue; allow extra waiting time at peaks.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Sample each section before slowly mixing taro

Taste the taro ball, taro paste, and cane ice separately first, then gradually mix in the taro sauce so every topping does not immediately become equally sweet.

FULL VISIT

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Localized full visit

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✨ AI Quick Review

A-Ba's Taro Balls Lehua is a prominent ice shop in Yonghe's Lehua Night Market, specializing in taro, taro paste, and cane-sugar ice flakes. Substantial ingredients and textures appeal directly to taro fans, especially after a night-market stroll or when craving rich taro desserts.

Uncle's note: Its strength is not gimmicks; taro, paste, and toppings all stand on their own, making the queue worthwhile.
Important: The shop is around Baoping Road in Lehua Night Market, where queues are often visible from the intersection. It is walkable from Dingxi or Yongan Market Station, though the trip takes time; driving or riding may be easier. Dine-in and takeaway customers take a form, queue at the counter, order, and pay. For dine-in, find a seat first.
● Signature Taro Encounter Cane-Sugar Ice

The generous signature layers taro ball, taro sauce, taro balls, white glutinous balls, tapioca pearls, and pearl barley. The taro ball is clean, dense, and free of distracting milkiness; the sauce pushes taro aroma further with notable richness and sweetness. Cane ice below adds light smokiness unlike ordinary shaved ice. Full of ingredients and layers, it strongly appeals to taro lovers and suits slow sharing by two.


阿爸の芋圓 樂華店 (A Ba Taro Balls Lehua) visit photo
Uncle's note: Great taro dessert is not about piling on ingredients. Every bite needs taro fragrance and texture, which this bowl achieves.
● Taro Balls, White Glutinous Balls, Tapioca Pearls, and Pearl Barley

These toppings reveal fundamentals despite being supporting players. Each has natural springiness rather than falling apart or offering texture without flavor. With cane ice, cool crispness gives way to bounce and chew. Unshowy but enduring, well-handled toppings stabilize the entire bowl, and A-Ba does this well.

💡 Quality Notes

First-timers should prioritize the signature Taro Encounter Cane-Sugar Ice. Soy-milk tofu pudding is a lighter alternative. Night-market crowds are common, so allow ample queuing time, especially in the evening.

  • The shop is around Baoping Road in Yonghe's Lehua Night Market amid obvious crowds.
  • Start with the signature cane ice, then add taro balls or white glutinous balls according to preference.
  • Dine-in and takeaway both queue to order. Avoid very late hours for a more relaxed visit.
  • It suits taro fans, night-market dessert lovers, and anyone wanting ice after exploring Lehua Night Market.

📌 Editor's Summary

A-Ba's Taro Balls Lehua wins not through flashy looks but meaningful taro, paste, toppings, and ice. For rich taro aroma and substantial texture, it deserves a place on a Lehua Night Market list.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

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4.3
★ 4.3 · 5,896 Google reviews
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STORE INFORMATION

Store information

Address
234台灣新北市永和區協和里保平路18巷1號
Opening hours
Monday: 15:30 – 23:00
Tuesday: 15:30 – 23:00
Wednesday: 15:30 – 23:00
Thursday: 15:30 – 23:00
Friday: 15:30 – 23:00
Saturday: 15:30 – 23:00
Sunday: 15:30 – 23:00
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GETTING THERE

From the MRT station to the store

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永安市場站 · Yongan Market
About 8 minutes ・about 602 m
Also convenient
O Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
頂溪站 · Dingxi · Exit 1 Another nearby station
about 9 min walk · about 661 m
Walking About 8 min walk · about 602 m
Distance and time are straight-line estimates. The actual walk may vary because of crossings, underground passages, or footbridges.
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