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半邊圓米粉湯香菇肉粥
Exit 1 · about 8 min walk

半邊圓米粉湯香菇肉粥

Ban Bian Yuan Rice Noodle Soup and Mushroom Pork Congee
Taiwanese Cuisine, Noodles, Local Eats, Late-Night Eats · 林口區
★ 4.5・1,859 reviews 338 views Open now
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“The charm is the full Taiwanese rhythm of a staple plus hei bai qie. TVBS Food Player also lists it among Linkou favorites for warm soup, congee, and sliced sides.”

Staple with Hei Bai Qie Pork-Bone Radish Rice-Noodle Soup Linkou Selected Snack List
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 林口站 · Linkou, 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
A Complete Hei Bai Qie Meal with One Bowl

Choose soup or congee, then squid and pork heart, alternating light broth with ginger, garlic, and wasabi.

02
A Selected Snack Recognized by Linkou Locals

TVBS Food Player included Ban Bian Yuan among 7 Linkou snacks recognized by locals, highlighting mushroom pork congee, fried tofu, and hei bai qie.

03
Two Mild Staples with Different Textures

Rice-noodle soup uses pork bone, radish sweetness, and shallot; congee cooks rice open and adds pork, mushroom, and celery.

04
High Recognition from More Than 1,000 Reviews

Google currently shows about 4.5 stars from 1,859 reviews, a clear popularity reference for first-time visitors.

WHAT TO ORDER

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Editors
夜班大叔
Mushroom Pork Congee MetroBites visit photo

Mushroom Pork Congee

Rice is cooked nearly apart with pork strips, mushroom, and celery. Soft and lightly seasoned, it can take a little pepper.

Pork Heart MetroBites visit photo

Pork Heart

Blanching keeps the pork heart springy at a medium thickness; ginger and garlic sauce clarify its savor and add chew beside the staple.

TAIWAN FOOD GUIDE

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FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Choose Noodle Soup or Congee First

Choose rice-noodle soup for smooth short noodles and a light sweet broth, or mushroom pork congee for thick rice, mushrooms, and pork strips.

02
Add Two Sliced Sides with Different Textures

Pair crisp-chewy blanched squid with springy pork heart. Taste plain, then add a little wasabi soy or ginger-garlic sauce.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Try Sliced-Dish Sauces Separately

Taste squid plain, then with wasabi soy; pair pork heart with ginger before garlic sauce to compare texture and savor.

FULL VISIT

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✨ AI Quick Review

Ban Bian Yuan serves classic Taiwanese rice-noodle soup, mushroom pork congee, and a full cabinet of hei bai qie. Hidden in a lane, its plain, dependable flavors attract locals for dinner or a warm quick meal.

Uncle's take: Stable broth and fresh sliced sides matter more than variety.
Important note: In a lane off Section One of Wenhua Second Road near Mitsui OUTLET. Street parking is difficult. Take a number for seating, arrive early for a short service window, and follow daily availability.

● Rice-Noodle Soup

Pork bone and radish create natural sweetness in a light broth. Short noodles turn smooth yet springy and fried shallot adds a quiet aroma.


半邊圓米粉湯香菇肉粥 (Ban Bian Yuan Rice Noodle Soup and Mushroom Pork Congee) visit photo
● Mushroom Pork Congee

Rice is cooked soft with pork, mushroom, and celery. Seasoning is restrained; table pepper can add presence.


半邊圓米粉湯香菇肉粥 (Ban Bian Yuan Rice Noodle Soup and Mushroom Pork Congee) visit photo
● Blanched Squid

Crisp yet chewy and fresh, the squid becomes sharper with wasabi soy, garlic soy, or chili sauce.


半邊圓米粉湯香菇肉粥 (Ban Bian Yuan Rice Noodle Soup and Mushroom Pork Congee) visit photo
● Pork Heart

Medium-thick slices remain springy and clean after blanching. Ginger and garlic sauce emphasize their savory freshness.


半邊圓米粉湯香菇肉粥 (Ban Bian Yuan Rice Noodle Soup and Mushroom Pork Congee) visit photo
💡 Quality Note

Pair one staple with several sliced sides for the complete experience. Arrive early because popular items and queues depend on the day.

  • The shop is in a lane off Section One of Wenhua Second Road in Linkou, near Mitsui OUTLET.
  • It specializes in rice-noodle soup, mushroom pork congee, and hei bai qie.
  • Start with Rice-Noodle Soup, Mushroom Pork Congee, Blanched Squid, and Pork Heart.
  • The atmosphere is a traditional snack stall, centered on hot food and service rhythm.
  • It suits nearby workers, Linkou locals, and diners seeking dinner or late-night snacks.

📌 Editor's Summary

Ban Bian Yuan builds local reputation through hot broth, sliced sides, and steady technique rather than decoration. It represents simple, old-fashioned Linkou snacks well.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

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4.5
★ 4.5 · 1,859 Google reviews
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STORE INFORMATION

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Address
244台灣新北市林口區麗林里文化二路一段68巷10之2號
Opening hours
Monday: 17:00 – 23:00
Tuesday: 17:00 – 23:00
Wednesday: 17:00 – 23:00
Thursday: 17:00 – 23:00
Friday: 17:00 – 23:00
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 17:00 – 23:00
GETTING THERE

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林口站 · Linkou
Exit 1 · about 8 min walk · about 574 m
Also convenient
Exit 2 Another exit at the same station
about 8 min walk · about 589 m
Walking About 8 min from Exit 1 · about 574 m
Distance and time are straight-line estimates. The actual walk may vary because of crossings, underground passages, or footbridges.
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