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庸人串燒 松江本店 Yong Ren Yakitori
Exit 1 · about 6 min walk

庸人串燒 松江本店 Yong Ren Yakitori

Yong Ren Yakitori — Songjiang Main Store
Local Eats, Late-Night Eats, Group Dining · 中山區
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Keep it on your list

“Crisp fried items, sauced seafood, and rich noodle dishes give this shared dinner clear texture and flavor. Worth a small detour, though seating is limited and the atmosphere tends to be lively.”

Crab-claw croquette Mentaiko cream udon Founded by former army buddies
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
Go if convenient

If you are already at 忠孝新生站 · Zhongxiao Xinsheng, 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
Hot dishes to share beyond the skewers

Pair charcoal-grilled skewers with a crisp croquette and springy glazed squid, then add udon coated in buttery mentaiko cream. The combination gives a shared dinner several distinct textures.

02
Cat rice balances richer dishes with bonito aroma

The cat rice comes topped with plenty of bonito flakes and shredded nori, whose aroma rises with the steam. The simply seasoned rice works well with strongly flavored skewers or fried food and makes an easy staple for a group to share.

THE STORY

The story behind this place

An izakaya started by army buddies

Yong Ren began with five army buddies who all loved izakaya culture. Before opening the restaurant, the chef-owner studied and visited izakayas in Japan, then chose the Songjiang Nanjing area of Taipei as the setting for a place where friends could share grilled skewers and sake over conversation.

WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

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Creamy Crab-Claw Croquette MetroBites visit photo

Creamy Crab-Claw Croquette

The crust is fried golden and crisp, with potato and buttery richness inside. A crab claw is left at the end, and there is meat to pick from the claw itself. Best shared while hot.

Mentaiko Cream Udon MetroBites visit photo

Mentaiko Cream Udon

Springy udon holds a rich white sauce that starts with buttery creaminess and finishes with the briny savor of mentaiko. The sauce has depth rather than just heaviness, making this a filling addition to the meal.

Glazed Whole Squid MetroBites visit photo

Glazed Whole Squid

A whole squid is grilled with a sweet-savory glaze, keeping a pleasantly springy bite. A squeeze of the lemon served alongside adds a fresh tart note between the glaze and seafood flavor.

FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Reserve ahead for group meals

The Songjiang main store is long and narrow with limited seating. If you are coming with a group, reserving ahead makes it easier to sit together.

02
Check the daily blackboard before ordering

In addition to the regular menu, the blackboard lists daily specials. Check what is available that day before deciding how much yakitori, fried food, and staples to order.

GETTING THERE

From the MRT station to the store

14
忠孝新生站 · Zhongxiao Xinsheng
Exit 1 · about 6 min walk · about 467 m
Also convenient
Exit 4 Another exit at the same station
about 7 min walk · about 497 m
G Songshan-Xindian Line
松江南京站 · Songjiang Nanjing · Exit 3 Another nearby station
about 6 min walk · about 468 m
Walking About 6 min from Exit 1 · about 467 m
Distance and time are straight-line estimates. The actual walk may vary because of crossings, underground passages, or footbridges.
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✨ AI Visit Note

庸人串燒 松江本店 Yong Ren Yakitori is on Songjiang Road in Taipei’s 中山區, within reach of Songjiang Nanjing by heading toward Guang Hua Digital Plaza. This izakaya focuses on charcoal-grilled skewers, Japanese dishes, and drinks. The compact storefront has the feel of a small Japanese neighborhood spot, with a menu ranging from skewers and fried dishes to noodles and rice—good for after-work drinks, group dinners, or anyone wanting a few hot plates with alcohol.

Interior and dining atmosphere:The Songjiang main store is small and arranged in a long, narrow layout with limited seating. The open kitchen lets diners see ingredients being prepared and cooked. Wood accents reinforce the Japanese izakaya mood, and the overall atmosphere is casual and lively, especially suited to groups chatting over skewers.
Location and dining tips:The restaurant is at 台北市中山區松江路22號1樓, in the direction of Guang Hua Digital Plaza from Songjiang Nanjing. Alongside the regular menu, a blackboard lists daily specials. Since the space and seating are limited, groups may want to reserve ahead, and it is worth checking the blackboard once you arrive.
● Cat Rice

Cat rice is white rice topped generously with bonito flakes, shredded nori, and other garnishes. The steam releases the bonito aroma, while the rice itself stays simply seasoned. It pairs especially well with richer skewers or fried dishes and also works as a basic staple to share at the table.

● Mentaiko Cream Udon

The udon picks up a rich white sauce, with buttery creaminess first and the salty savor of mentaiko following. The noodles stay springy and hold the sauce well. The flavor has layers without becoming merely heavy, making it a satisfying staple alongside the skewers.

庸人串燒 松江本店 Yong Ren Yakitori (Yong Ren Yakitori — Songjiang Main Store) visit photo
● Creamy Crab-Claw Croquette

The croquette is fried golden and crisp, with potato and buttery richness inside. A crab claw is left attached at the end, giving it a distinctive look and a little extra crab meat to eat. As a hot fried dish, it is best shared right away with the other skewers.

庸人串燒 松江本店 Yong Ren Yakitori (Yong Ren Yakitori — Songjiang Main Store) visit photo
● Glazed Whole Squid

A whole squid is cooked with a sweet-savory glaze, leaving grill marks on the surface while keeping the flesh springy and easy to bite. Lemon is served alongside; squeeze on a little when you want a fresher note that shifts the balance between glaze, seafood, and acidity.

庸人串燒 松江本店 Yong Ren Yakitori (Yong Ren Yakitori — Songjiang Main Store) visit photo
💡 Ordering note

For a group, share skewers and fried dishes, then add cat rice or Mentaiko Cream Udon for a staple. Daily specials are written on the blackboard, so check them before ordering. Seating is limited, so a reservation is easier to manage when dining with a larger group.

  • Location:台北市中山區松江路22號1樓, in the direction of Guang Hua Digital Plaza from Songjiang Nanjing.
  • Type:Japanese izakaya specializing in charcoal-grilled skewers, fried dishes, noodles, rice, and drinks.
  • Recommended:Cat rice, Mentaiko Cream Udon, Creamy Crab-Claw Croquette, and Glazed Whole Squid.
  • Highlights:An open kitchen and a blackboard of daily specials, with dishes that work well for sharing.
  • Good for:After-work dinners, drinks with friends, and diners who want skewers with a filling staple.

📌 Editor’s take

庸人串燒 松江本店 brings charcoal-grilled skewers, fried dishes, and Japanese staples into a narrow, lively izakaya setting. Cat rice is simple and easy to pair, Mentaiko Cream Udon is rich and filling, while the Creamy Crab-Claw Croquette and Glazed Whole Squid are especially shareable with drinks. If you are looking for an after-work dinner around Songjiang Nanjing, reserve a table first, then build the meal around skewers, hot dishes, and staples according to your group size.

STORE INFORMATION

Store information

Address
104台灣臺北市中山區松江路22號1樓
Opening hours
Monday: 17:00 – 01:00
Tuesday: 17:00 – 01:00
Wednesday: 17:00 – 01:00
Thursday: 17:00 – 01:00
Friday: 17:00 – 01:00
Saturday: 17:00 – 01:00
Sunday: 18:00 – 01:00
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