When people think "Taipei night market," they often picture Shilin or Ningxia — but the one that consistently wows foreign visitors and keeps locals coming back is Raohe Street Night Market. Smaller than Shilin, livelier than Ningxia, with a perfect scale and a few legendary stalls worth a one-hour queue — that's Raohe.

For baseball fans visiting Taiwan, watching games during the day and hitting Raohe for late-night food is one of the best combinations Taipei can offer. Here's everything you need to know.

Where is Raohe Night Market? How to Get There

Raohe Night Market is located on Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei. From Songshan MRT Station (Songshan-Xindian Line, Green Line), it's about a 5-minute walk to the entrance. You can also take the Taiwan Railways to Songshan Train Station — also about 5 minutes on foot.

The market entrance is marked by the large Songshan Ciyou Temple (松山慈祐宮) — once you find the temple, you've found the night market. Stalls begin opening around 5 PM, and the market is at its best after 6 or 7 PM when everything is fully set up and buzzing.

🌶️ #1 Must-Eat: Fuzhou Pepper Buns (胡椒餅)

QUEUE FOR THIS

Raohe's most famous food — and there's nothing close behind it — is the Fuzhou Ancestor Pepper Bun (福州世祖胡椒餅). The bun is baked in a tandoor-style oven until the crust is crackling and golden, filled with a big chunk of pork and chives, heavy with the scent of white pepper. When you bite in, the soup inside bursts out. They're made and sold fresh, and the queue is usually 20–30 minutes — completely worth it.

The stall is near the temple entrance of the market. You'll spot it by the long line. Pro tip: join this queue first, then walk the entire market while you wait. By the time you've seen everything, your turn will be close.

🦪 Other Must-Try Foods

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Oyster Omelette (蚵仔煎)
Fresh oysters, egg, and starch — a Taiwan classic
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Big Sausage Wraps Small (大腸包小腸)
Sticky rice sausage wrapped around pork sausage — Taiwan's hot dog
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Taro Balls (芋圓)
Purple taro mochi balls — good hot or cold
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Spicy Stinky Tofu (麻辣臭豆腐)
The stinkier it smells, the better it tastes — trust us
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Oyster Vermicelli Noodles (麵線)
Thick noodles in savory broth — perfect late-night comfort
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Fresh Juices
Freshly pressed sugarcane juice and aiyu jelly

Practical Info

Hours: Daily approx. 17:00–24:00 (varies by stall; busier on weekends)
Transport: Songshan MRT Station, 5-min walk / Songshan Train Station, 5-min walk
Payment: Mostly cash; some stalls accept mobile payment
Time needed: 1–1.5 hours to walk the whole market and eat your fill

"Raohe isn't the biggest night market, but it's the perfect size. Every foreign friend I've brought here has loved it. The pepper bun taste follows you home."

OneDayFans Tip: If you're in Taipei for baseball and still have energy after the game, Raohe Night Market is one of the best night markets in the city. It's not far from the city center, compact enough that you won't get lost, food quality is reliably good, and many stall vendors are used to foreign visitors. Start with the pepper bun queue — then take your time browsing.

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More Guides

After the night market, thinking about tomorrow's game? Check these out:

→ Taipei Dome Food Guide (English)

→ Xinzhuang Stadium Food Guide (English)