Not Just Din Tai Fung: A Taipei Tangbao Comparison Tasting

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My Trip

A dumpling deep-dive comparing Taipei's xiaolongbao and tangbao shop by shop. Bundling the two heavyweights of Hangzhou South Road and a newer star, weighing juice, skin and filling.

Half-day4 stopsEst. budget 40,000 KRW

Itinerary

1
Hangzhou Xiaolong Tangbao杭州小籠湯包
Dim sum · 45 min stay
The veteran locals name first as the alternative to Din Tai Fung. Bursting juice in thin skin at a reasonable price. Always a line, but it turns over fast.
11:00 오픈런
Walk 6 min
2
Sheng Yuan Loofah Xiaolong Tangbao盛園絲瓜小籠湯包
Dim sum · 35 min stay
Its signature is a refreshing xiaolongbao filled with loofah and shrimp. Within walking distance of the Hangzhou shop, so an immediate comparison tasting. A Shanghai-style veteran mood.
Transit 18 min
3
Din Tai Fung (Taipei 101 Branch)鼎泰豐
Dim sum · 50 min stay
A world-class original you can't leave out as the benchmark for comparison. 18-pleat precision and consistent quality. Measure it against the veterans and the reason for its fame shows.
Transit 16 min
4
Jin Din Rou京鼎樓
Dim sum · 35 min stay
Famous for fragrant oolong xiaolongbao made with oolong tea leaves in the dough. Finish the tour tasting an aroma-infused variation of the same dumpling.