Luodong's food streets are compact, but portions and queues vary widely. This guide puts the first five decisions up front, then separates 15 stalls into savoury food and sweets so couples and families can keep the evening flexible.
- Best arrival
- Weekdays 17:00–18:00
- Walk from station
- 10–15 minutes on foot
- Time to allow
- 1.5–2.5 hours
- Budget for two
- NT$450–700
If this is your first visit
One local signature, one sharing plate, one quick stop, one child-friendly bite and one dessert.
Famous does not always mean worth a long wait. Weigh local character, price, queue efficiency and portion size before following any ranking blindly.
- Most distinctly YilanA Tsao Ber Herbal Mutton Soup · 阿灶伯當歸羊肉湯A clear, gently sweet broth with distinct angelica; the tenderness of the lamb can vary.
- Best for two to shareXiao Chun Buro and Gaozha · 小春糕渣卜肉Buro is lightly sweet and crisp, while gaozha hides a piping-hot soft centre. Take small bites.
- Shortest practical waitA-Gong-Zai Dragon Phoenix Rolls · 阿公仔龍鳳腿春捲Pork caul wraps pork, fish paste and vegetables, then fries crisp outside and soft within.
- Easiest with childrenTang Shu Shu Stinky Tofu Fries · 堂薯薯臭薯條Stinky tofu cut like fries, crisp outside and tender inside; Thai sauce cuts the richness better than cheese.
- Best finishLuodong Red Bean Tangyuan · 羅東紅豆湯圓Plenty of whole red beans and small tangyuan, with an old-school sweetness and excellent value.
Food map and walking route
Start at the northwest entrance, loop around the park, then leave the core for dessert.
Begin with small dragon-phoenix rolls and yi chuan xin, then tackle scallion cakes and fried food. Put mutton soup late in the loop and dessert last to avoid filling up too early.
- 1Xingdong × Minsheng entranceStart with A-Gong-Zai and Longxin—both are easy to split as an opening snack.
- 2Short detour west on Minsheng RoadVisit Yifeng. Judge the cooking pace, not only the visible queue length.
- 3North side along Gongyuan RoadWei Jie, Chi Chiao Wei and Tang Shu Shu cluster here; place slow orders first.
- 4Gongyuan × Minquan areaYubenpu, Xiao Chun and Tang Wei Xian lead toward A Tsao Ber and Yang Pu Zi.
- 5Dessert outside the main loopChoose Red Bean Tangyuan on Zhongshan Road or Bingxue on Zhentai Street—not both unless sharing.
12 savoury stops
Queue tip — Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
A Tsao Ber Herbal Mutton Soup · 阿灶伯當歸羊肉湯
herbal mutton soup and fried stinky tofu
A clear, gently sweet broth with distinct angelica; the tenderness of the lamb can vary.
A light meal for one
- Indicative price
- from about NT$95; about NT$105 with noodles
- Opening reminder
- 16:00–02:00 · Wed off
- Queue tip
- Weekend dinner can be slow; switch to a similar stall if the line is heavy.
What to order
Yang Pu Zi Herbal Mutton Soup · 羊舖子當歸羊肉湯
herbal mutton or lamb-leg soup
Sweeter herbal broth and a generous presence of sliced lamb; a practical alternative when A Tsao Ber is swamped.
A light meal for one
- Indicative price
- NT$85–95
- Opening reminder
- 11:00–00:00 · Tue off
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
Yifeng Scallion Pie · 義豐蔥油派
plain scallion pie; add egg only if you want a fuller snack
Thin, crisp layers with clean scallion sweetness; the plain version shows the pastry best.
One per person; share to leave room for more stalls
- Indicative price
- about NT$37; egg +NT$10
- Opening reminder
- 13:00–21:00
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
Yubenpu Sanxing Scallion Cake · 玉本舖三星蔥餅
Sanxing scallion cake
A thin fried shell packed with juicy scallions; it arrives extremely hot.
One per person; share to leave room for more stalls
- Indicative price
- NT$40
- Opening reminder
- 16:00–22:00 · weekends to 23:00
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
Chi Chiao Wei Sanxing Scallion Pancake · 七巧味三星蔥多餅
peppery Sanxing scallion pancake
Thicker pastry, assertive pepper and a saltier sauce—best for bold-palate eaters.
One per person; share to leave room for more stalls
- Indicative price
- about NT$50–70
- Opening reminder
- 16:30–21:00 · Fri–Sat from 17:00
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
Tang Shu Shu Stinky Tofu Fries · 堂薯薯臭薯條
Thai-style or cheese stinky-tofu fries
Stinky tofu cut like fries, crisp outside and tender inside; Thai sauce cuts the richness better than cheese.
Best shared by two
- Indicative price
- NT$65–90
- Opening reminder
- 16:30–22:30
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
Xiao Chun Buro and Gaozha · 小春糕渣卜肉
one small buro and one small gaozha
Buro is lightly sweet and crisp, while gaozha hides a piping-hot soft centre. Take small bites.
Best shared by two or three
- Indicative price
- NT$60–100 per portion
- Opening reminder
- 16:00–23:00 · Fri–Sat to 00:00
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
Da BBQ · 龘烤肉風味
scallion pork skewer and grilled tempura
Sweet-savory glaze and a pronounced charcoal edge; order first, walk around, then return to collect.
Best shared by two
- Indicative price
- NT$10–40 per skewer
- Opening reminder
- 16:00–01:00 · Thu off
- Queue tip
- Order first, continue your loop, then return to collect.
What to order
Longxin Yi Chuan Xin · 隆新一串心
yi chuan xin with chicken liver or braised pork
Tofu skin, herbs and a chosen filling with sweet-chilli sauce make this a distinctly Yilan snack.
One per person; share to leave room for more stalls
- Indicative price
- about NT$15–30 per skewer
- Opening reminder
- 16:00–23:00
- Queue tip
- Usually a quicker stop; pick it up when the line is short.
What to order
Zhengji Runbing · 宜蘭鄭記潤餅
signature runbing wrap
Cabbage, bean sprouts, pickles, egg crisp and peanut powder create a filling, layered wrap.
A light meal for one
- Indicative price
- NT$50
- Opening reminder
- 08:00–22:00 · Wed off
- Queue tip
- Usually a quicker stop; pick it up when the line is short.
What to order
Tang Wei Xian Soup Dumplings · 嚐味鮮湯包
Sanxing-scallion soup dumplings
Thin skins hold plenty of broth; the Sanxing-scallion filling is sweet and aromatic. Mind the first bite.
Best shared by two
- Indicative price
- about NT$90–130 per basket
- Opening reminder
- 17:30–23:00
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
A-Gong-Zai Dragon Phoenix Rolls · 阿公仔龍鳳腿春捲
mixed dragon-phoenix rolls and spring rolls
Pork caul wraps pork, fish paste and vegetables, then fries crisp outside and soft within.
Best shared by two
- Indicative price
- 2 for NT$35–40; 6 for NT$100
- Opening reminder
- 14:30–23:00 · may sell out
- Queue tip
- Usually a quicker stop; pick it up when the line is short.
Three desserts and cold treats
Stuffed pearls are the most recognisably Luodong; red-bean tangyuan wins on value and queue efficiency; Bingxue has the largest serving.
What to order
Wei Jie Stuffed Tapioca Pearls · 魏姐包心粉圓
stuffed tapioca pearls with milk slush
Warm filled pearls meet milk slush; add the pearls gradually so they stay pleasantly chewy.
A large dessert best shared by two
- Indicative price
- about NT$70–110
- Opening reminder
- 17:00–22:00 · weekends to 23:00
- Queue tip
- Often draws a queue; watch the serving pace before joining.
What to order
Luodong Red Bean Tangyuan · 羅東紅豆湯圓
red-bean soup with tangyuan
Plenty of whole red beans and small tangyuan, with an old-school sweetness and excellent value.
One per person; share to leave room for more stalls
- Indicative price
- NT$45
- Opening reminder
- 09:30–21:30
- Queue tip
- Usually a quicker stop; pick it up when the line is short.
What to order
Bingxue Cold Drinks · 冰雪冷飲部
milk-and-peanut snow ice with pudding
Rich milk and peanut flavours in a very large serving; pudding makes it even better for two.
A large dessert best shared by two
- Indicative price
- two-flavour snow ice about NT$100; pudding +NT$20
- Opening reminder
- 11:00–22:30
- Queue tip
- Usually a quicker stop; pick it up when the line is short.
Hours, transport and parking
Rail is simplest; drivers should choose a car park before entering the one-way streets.
From Luodong Station's front exit, walk west along Gongzheng Road for about 10–15 minutes. Drivers can try the public multi-storey car park, then Gongzheng underground car park; always follow the posted rate.
Luodong Station / Transfer Station
Walking is usually faster than waiting for a short local bus.
Park first, then walk the loop
One-way streets are common and spaces tighten after 17:00 on weekends.
Taxi to the market edge
Avoid taking a car into the stall core; walk in from a clear entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Seven answers worth checking before you go
Market-wide hours and vendor hours are different. Recheck the day's notice if one stall is the purpose of your trip.
01What time does Luodong Night Market start?
Official market hours are about 15:00–00:00, but many headline food stalls only assemble between 16:30 and 17:30. Around 17:00 is the best compromise.
02Is it open on weekdays and every day?
The market operates year-round, but vendors keep their own days off—for example, A Tsao Ber is commonly closed Wednesday, Yang Pu Zi Tuesday and Da BBQ Thursday.
03How do I walk from Luodong Station?
Leave from the front exit and follow Gongzheng Road toward Zhongshan Park for roughly 10–15 minutes. Store large luggage first if possible.
04How long should I allow?
Allow 1.5–2 hours for five foods, or 2–2.5 hours for a full loop with shops and photos.
05Is it good in the rain?
It remains possible, but the awnings do not connect and umbrellas are awkward in a crowd. Use a rain jacket in light rain and reconsider in a downpour.
06Can I pay by mobile wallet?
Some stalls may accept one, but never rely on it as your only payment. Bring roughly NT$1,000 in small notes and coins.
07Is a stroller practical?
Before 17:30, usually yes. From 18:30–20:30, turning and queueing becomes difficult; one adult can order while the other waits in a wider part of the park.
Keep exploring
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Check each place's highlights, suggested visit length, and location before planning a day trip or a longer stay.
Luodong Night Market
A popular Yilan night market for dinner and late-night snacks after daytime sights around Dongshan River.
- Suggested time
- About 1-2 hours
- Best for
- Night-market food, Dinner, Shopping
Luodong Forestry Culture Park
A former timber pond and forestry site turned into a cultural walking park in Luodong.
- Suggested time
- About 1–2 hours
- Best for
- Travelers interested in Luodong Forestry Culture Park, Slow travel, Local sights
Dongshan River Water Park
A signature riverside attraction for walking, cycling, boating, and family time along Dongshan River.
- Suggested time
- About 1-3 hours
- Best for
- Families, Riverside walks, Cycling
Make the market your final stop
Explore Dongshan River by day, rest, then return to Luodong for dinner.
When staying near Dongshan River, visit the water park or traditional arts centre first, return to your accommodation, and enter the market without day bags. The queues feel much easier that way.
Sources and image licensing
Information updated in July 2026. Prices, opening hours and payment methods can change; check the vendor's latest notice before travelling.
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- A Tsao Ber vendor listing · Luodong Township Tourism
- Yilan menu and Luodong store · Wei Jie Stuffed Tapioca Pearls
- 2025–2026 prices, hours and notices · A-Gong-Zai Dragon Phoenix Rolls · official
- June 2026 mutton-soup price update · EBC News
- 2026 Luodong food map and 16-stall field guide · Bobby Travel · Chinese
- Luodong Night Market walking and food guide · Taiwan Obsessed · English
- Yilan food and visitor guide · ReadyGo · English
- Five Luodong street-food recommendations · Travel.jp · Japanese
- 2025 menu prices and review cross-check · TVBS Supertaste
15 × Food illustration; not a photograph taken at the vendor · OpenAI ImageGen