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正宗新明老牌牛肉麵
Exit 1 · about 4 min walk

正宗新明老牌牛肉麵

Zheng Zong Xin Ming Beef Noodles
Chinese Cuisine, Noodles, Local Eats, Late-Night Eats · 中壢區
★ 3.8・4,149 reviews 277 views Open now
B+ VISITOR RATING
METROBITES VISITOR RATING
Worth a stop if nearby

“The generous thick-cut beef and substantial noodles suit anyone who likes a solid, filling bowl. Its market-stall origins and the local white-vinegar seasoning style also add a bit of Zhongli context you can experience directly at the table.”

Started from a market noodle stall Thick-cut beef White-vinegar seasoning style
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 老街溪站 · Laojie River, 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
Thick-cut beef anchors a bowl of red-braised noodles

The beef has tendon and is cut in substantial pieces, while the noodles can carry the savory red-braised broth. A thin layer of chili oil on the surface brings aroma, making this a good fit for diners who enjoy more chew in a meal.

02
Discover the noodle-stall story of Xinming Market

The shop's name grew from an unnamed noodle stall beside the market that gradually became known through word of mouth, giving the bowl a direct connection to this neighborhood.

03
High visibility backed by more than 4,000 reviews

Google currently shows about 3.8 stars from 4,149 reviews, giving first-time travelers a straightforward popularity reference.

THE STORY

The story behind this place

From an unnamed stall to the Xinming name

The story of Xinming beef noodles began at an unnamed noodle stall beside Xinming Market. As word spread among customers, the market's name became the way people identified the bowl.

At the shop, start by noticing how the beef, noodles, and broth work together, then try the table seasonings. A simple meal in an old-school noodle shop still keeps the direct, familiar rhythm of eating around the market.

Started from a noodle stall beside Xinming Market
WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

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夜班大叔
Beef Noodles MetroBites visit photo

Beef Noodles

Thick noodles come with large, thick-cut pieces of beef that have a firm tendon-and-meat texture. The red-braised broth is savory with a thin layer of chili oil, while the beef aroma remains clear.

TAIWAN FOOD Beef Noodle Soup
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Pickled-Mustard Pork Noodles

Salty, fragrant pickled mustard greens pair with shredded pork in a soup noodle bowl. The flavor is more home-style and makes an easy alternative when you want a break from beef noodles.

Pickled Mustard Greens MetroBites visit photo

Pickled Mustard Greens

A table seasoning that guests add themselves, with a crisp texture and clear saltiness. Start with a small pinch alongside the noodles and notice how it changes the broth.

A TASTE OF TAIWAN

Use white vinegar to try a Zhongli seasoning style

Adding white vinegar to beef noodles is a Zhongli eating style mentioned when this shop was featured on a program. Taste the original broth first, then add a little white vinegar and compare how its tang changes the red-braised soup. It turns a local habit into your own tasting experience.

TAIWAN FOOD GUIDE

Taiwan flavors worth knowing here

Start with a dish and see where it fits in Taiwan's food culture.

FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Confirm the broth-and-noodle refill rules first

Dine-in guests may refill broth and noodles according to the shop's rules. If you want more, ask the staff first how the policy applies that day.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Start with small amounts of pickled greens and white vinegar

The original broth is already savory and red-braised. Taste it first, then add small amounts of pickled mustard greens or white vinegar separately. This helps preserve the beef aroma and makes it easier to find your preferred balance.

FULL VISIT

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✨ AI Visit Snapshot

正宗新明老牌牛肉麵 follows the grounded style of a longtime Zhongli beef-noodle shop. The broth is aromatic, the beef is generously portioned, and the overall presentation is simple but steady in the way an old shop should be. Noodles, beef, and broth come together smoothly, making it a good fit for beef-noodle fans who want a substantial bowl with solid fundamentals. Nearby office workers, familiar local regulars, and anyone who enjoys an old-school noodle-shop atmosphere should all feel at home here.

Uncle's line: The worst thing for an old shop is being all show. The broth needs aroma, the meat needs substance, and the noodles need enough body to carry the bowl. When all three hold up, that is real skill.
Dining room and atmosphere:The shop sits on Minquan Road beside Xinming Market, forming a well-known Zhongli beef-noodle battleground with 永川牛肉麵 next door. The dine-in setup is simple, tables turn quickly, and pickled mustard greens plus white vinegar are available at the table for guests to season their own bowls. Busy periods can get crowded, but people usually do not linger long over one bowl of noodles. The two shops have different styles, so there is no need to stand at the entrance arguing over which one is the truth. Uncle's advice is simple: if your stomach is big enough, eat them on separate visits. Arguing online for half a day will not put another piece of beef in your soup.
Location and dining notes:The address is 桃園市中壢區民權路65號, phone 03 493 5896, right beside Xinming Market and within walking distance of Airport MRT A22 Laojie River (老街溪站). Recent common hours are around 08:40 to 23:00. Actual opening, closing, and broth-and-noodle refill rules follow the on-site notice; dine-in guests may refill according to the shop's rules. Drivers can consider the underground parking at Xinming Market or other nearby parking. Since the place next door also sells beef noodles, do not follow the aroma blindly—check that you are at 65號 first.
● Beef Noodles

Beef Noodles use thick noodles to carry the broth, with large, thick-cut pieces of beef that combine tendon, meat, and juices in a firm but not dry bite. There is only a thin layer of chili oil on the soup, and the beef aroma is clear. Overall it is slightly lighter than neighboring 永川, but still firmly in the savory red-braised old-shop style. Taste the original broth first, then adjust with pickled mustard greens or white vinegar in the local Zhongli way. Start small with both; one heavy spoonful can turn an old broth into your personal pickled-greens-and-vinegar laboratory.

正宗新明老牌牛肉麵 (Zheng Zong Xin Ming Beef Noodles) visit photo
Uncle's line: With beef noodles, first see whether the shop dares to cut the meat big, then see whether the broth can support the aroma. This bowl delivers on both.
● Pickled Mustard Greens

Pickled Mustard Greens sit at the table for guests to add themselves. They are crisp and clearly salty, and even a small amount can brighten the broth. Start with a little alongside the noodles, then add more only after judging the salt level. Filling the whole bowl may look bold, but the beef aroma will end up as background noise. They also work with pickled-mustard pork noodles or on their own, but remember they are a seasoning role, not a free-side-dish endurance contest. Uncle has seen people eat half a jar first and spend the rest of the meal drinking water.

正宗新明老牌牛肉麵 (Zheng Zong Xin Ming Beef Noodles) visit photo

● Pickled-Mustard Pork Noodles

Pickled-Mustard Pork Noodles feel more home-style than the beef noodles, combining salty pickled mustard greens, shredded pork, and soup noodles in a lighter bowl. They suit diners who do not eat beef or simply do not want to tackle a rich red-braised soup that day. Stir the pickled greens and pork through the bowl when it arrives so every bite gets some topping. The table pickles are salty too, so do not pile both kinds on aggressively. First-timers should still start with beef noodles, but regulars can give their stomach a day off now and then; every meal does not need to prove how bold you are.

💡 Ordering Note

On a first visit, taste the Beef Noodles broth plain before adjusting with small amounts of pickled mustard greens and white vinegar. If you do not eat beef, choose Pickled-Mustard Pork Noodles. A22 Laojie River (老街溪站) is within walking distance. Drivers can use parking around Xinming Market, and broth-and-noodle refill rules should be confirmed on site.

  • Location:桃園市中壢區民權路65號, beside Xinming Market and within walking distance of A22 Laojie River (老街溪站).
  • Type:Red-braised beef noodles, home-style soup noodles, and side dishes.
  • Highlights:Longtime shop, large pieces of beef, thick noodles, and the local pickled-greens-and-white-vinegar eating style.
  • Good for:Beef-noodle fans, market visitors, breakfast through dinner, and anyone who wants to compare Zhongli's two longtime neighboring shops.

📌 Editor's Take

正宗新明老牌牛肉麵 feels like an old shop that has its fundamentals under control. The broth has aroma, the beef has real substance, and the noodles are sturdy enough to carry the whole bowl. There are not many tricks, but you can taste the confidence of a longtime shop.

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STORE INFORMATION

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Address
320台灣桃園市中壢區舊明里民權路65號
Opening hours
Monday: 08:40 – 23:00
Tuesday: 08:40 – 23:00
Wednesday: 08:40 – 23:00
Thursday: 08:40 – 23:00
Friday: 08:40 – 23:00
Saturday: 08:40 – 23:00
Sunday: 08:40 – 23:00
GETTING THERE

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老街溪站 · Laojie River
Exit 1 · about 4 min walk · about 306 m
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Exit 2 Another exit at the same station
about 5 min walk · about 400 m
Walking About 4 min from Exit 1 · about 306 m
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