金枝紅糟素肉圓, a vegan eatery nestled within the renowned Jiufen Old Street, offers a plant-based twist on the classic Taiwanese gelatinous dumpling known as 'ba-wan.' Menu offers Beyond dumplings, soup-based dishes like glass vermicelli and plant-based meatballs. Although the menu is primarily in Chinese, visual aids in the form of pictures are available for convenient ordering. Has non-vegan counterparts along the same street. To ensure in correct establishment, take a moment to confirm with the staff or keep an eye out for the adjacent Ci Hong, a vegan eatery identifiable by its distinctive red signage proudly proclaiming 'VEGAN.'
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63, Jishan St, Ruifang District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, 224
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24 Reviews
First Review by Love@Sunshine
DevonMcDonald
Points +74
Fabulous Vegan Meatballs and Soup Balls - Edit
We arrived just as they were closing up shop. These meatballs were phenomenal! The way they make the vegan Dumpling with medicinal mushrooms (and I think red bean?) mix was so savory. Right next door is a vegan eatery with noodles, sautés, rice dishes, faux meats. A few stalls down is the vegan ice cream wrap with peanut and cilantro. We are headed back there now! Get your shoes on! Let's go!
Read morePros: Vegan meat dumpling, Vegan meatball soup, Winter noodles
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ndines
Points +819
Tasty vegan option in Jiufen! - Edit
This was my first time witnessing the abundance of fully vegan restaurants in Taiwan. Even a tiny, tourist spot like Jiufen had an eatery where I didn’t have to ask any questions! Another win for this beautiful country.
Read moreI was planning an evening of vegan grazing back in Taipei, so I only got the inexpensive plant meat on rice. Good flavor and a hell of a deal! The owners were very friendly, and it was a nice place to dry off after forgetting my umbrella during an unexpected downpour
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MantaSteven
Points +222
So good 😋 - Edit
I bought one for takeaway on the way in, and I ate it in another restaurant with my non-vegan family. It was so good!
Read moreI wanted to buy another on the way back out to the tour bus, but somehow I missed it because the street was very busy and it was raining. 😔😥😭
Tips: 1 is not enough
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frankjr
Points +249
Vegan Taiwanese Meatball - Edit
I tried the Taiwanese meatball per recommendation of a guide I was with, and it was excellent! At first sight, I wasn’t sure that I would like the gelatinous texture around the vegan meat, but I did! I regretted not buying the whole pack that they sold to take back to Taipei.
Read morePros: Unique, Delicious, Great snack
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SophieSchmailzl
Points +414
Must try - Edit
Confirmed with the owner that everything is vegan.
Read moreThe fake meat in Taiwan still freaks me out.
The flavor is so good and good price for the area
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PatrickvanderLinde
Points +1482
Interesting and tasty - Edit
I tried the vegan version of the red vinasse meat ball, a Taiwanese dish featuring meat balls in a glutinous gelatinous bubble. I think the vegan meat was quite good! The gelatine was maybe somewhat too chewy for me and it could have a little bit more taste. But for 60TWD I would really recommend giving it a try. Really nice snack after hiking. Do take care as this outlet also has a non-veg restaurant almost just across from it.
Read morePros: Cheap, Interesting
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GrayHorwitz
Points +2008
Authentic, cheap, delicious, and unique - Edit
Amazing dumplings; went back for more later in the day. 60twd (usd$2) for a pretty filling snack. Will hopefully swing by tomorrow too on our way back from the mountains.
Read moreJamchiller
Okay Gray! Please be careful in the mountains. I read it can get quite cold up there so make sure you have layers. I worr about you sometimes when you do things like this, but your dad says it's just the vigour of youth. love you XX mum
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lydiab96
Points +1170
Simple but effective - Edit
No idea what I ate but it was hot, tasty and cheap so I’m happy.
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Cqveggiefinds
Points +11615
A Vegan Delight on Jiufen Old Street - Edit
Important to note that Jinzhi has both **fully-vegan** and **fully non-vegan** outlets along Jiufen Old Street! Please make sure to ask the staff before proceeding to dine-in.
Read moreA standout vegan restaurant nestled in Jiufen Old Street, is a must-visit for those exploring the vibrant culinary scene of the area. The star of their menu is undoubtedly the signature 'ba wan,' a unique dumpling that boasts a disk-shaped form, translucent appearance from sweet potato starch, and a delectable filling, served with a perfect balance of sweet and savory sauce.
Traditionally containing a mixture of pork, bamboo shoots, and shiitake mushrooms, Jinzhi's vegan adaptation skillfully replaces the pork with a plant-based alternative, preserving the desired chewiness and bite. A visit to the restaurant provides a fascinating spectacle as the kitchen crew diligently prepares the ba-wan in large batches, steaming them right at the shop front.
In addition to the ba-wan, Jinzhi offers another culinary delight in the form of homemade meatballs, crafted from a medley of vegetables, mushrooms, and soy, served in a clear soup. The soups and meatballs, while distinctively milder in flavor compared to the ba-wan, showcase the restaurant's commitment to providing a diverse and satisfying vegan dining experience.
Overall, dining at Jinzhi is a delightful journey for the taste buds, offering a unique blend of traditional flavors and modern, plant-based innovations. Highly recommended for both vegans and non-vegans alike.
Pros: All vegan, Traditional Meals, Affordable
Cons: Limited seating
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vandermost
Points +1236
Not the biggest fan - Edit
Tried the “comprehensive pill soup” and the dumpling meatballs. Wasn’t bad but also wasn’t great. Good place to try the veganized meatballs if you’re after that
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nishaaa
Points +5422
must try - Edit
i loved the vegan version of the taiwanese meatball it has a unique texture and was delicious! the soup was okay
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frankensteinsmonster
Points +1789
Jin-teresting but not delicious - Edit
Jelly/sticky rice wrapped vegan meat was interesting to try as a typical Taiwanese dish but didn't taste great. So much jelly! And so chewy!
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Thespypon
Points +44
Very good Hand made Muchroom ball - Edit
Hand made Muchroom ball
Read moreGood texture and taste
Pros: Hand made Muchroom ball
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clamchow
Points +1268
Good “meatballs” - Edit
Their noodles and meatballs are good. I didn’t like their fish balls as much.
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sara.g
Points +60
Unique and delicious red vinasse balls - Edit
If you go to Jiufen this is the only vegetarian place you will find. Must try the red vinasse vegetarian meatball, it's an speciality that you will only find in Jiufen! Quite special but really unique and delicious! They don't have a big variety of food but at least they have english menu.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-02-02
Pros: Delicious and unique vinasse balls, English menu, Only vegetarian restaurant in Jiufen
Cons: A bit expensive but it's just the normal in Jiufen, Not many options, Small portions
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el-obi
Points +60
Good veggie restaurant - Edit
The food was good, the red stuff was the best. The soup was okay.
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Tuulia.
Points +831
Quite okay veggie food. (Try the Red Vinasse Meatball) - Edit
The taste of the food was okay but the portions were really small.
Read morePros: taste was good
Cons: no english spoken, little english translation in menu, small portions
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TinaCheong
Points +485
Vegan friendly - Edit
When I came here the lady working here even made sure we were here for “vegetarian” food! Now my chinese isn’t very good so all I did was point to the picture and the lady understood me. The food cane out quick and fresh, and was pretty delicious. It was a quick and satisfying meal.
Read morePros: Quick service , Good price
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serenat
Points +155
Delicious Veggie Ba Wan - Edit
Make sure to look out for the 素 word as the shop has a non vegan stall opposite! Must try their ba wan (meat ball)! Was slightly salty but delicious. The veggie balls reminded me of my childhood faves. The soup was super good!!
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BEF
Points +42
Meatballs! :D - Edit
It was too real for me! Creeped out! Left half done. Embarrassing... 😅 So yes, the food is great if you like mock meat! 😊
Read morePros: Super fun and tasty meatballs., Great price!
Cons: Sooo real!
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MelodyVeganJoy
Points +7367
Delicious - Edit
Ordered the vegetarian red finesse Taiwanese meatball. It was delicious, but be careful! Mine was piping hot and I burnt my mouth when I first tried to bite into it!
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eec10
Points +35
thanks happy cow! - Edit
Glad I found this all vegetarian stall in Jiufen! The meatball was realllly good!
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PunchbloxXx
Points +85
nice vegetarian option - Edit
Nice to have a vegetarian option of the local 'meat food'. The red vinasse are a must try! From the other meatballs the one that look like a teardrop is really good as well! No vegan options tho.
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Love@Sunshine
Points +429
The only vegetarian available at Jiufen Old Street - Edit
Glad to find at least a vegetarian snack eatery at Jiufen Old Street. Only opens at 11:30am. Must try their specialty; Vegetarian Red Vinasse Taiwanese Meatballs. Ate with a mixture of sweet sauce pouring over it.
Read moreA bowl of mixed varieties consist of one of each mock meatballs, mock prawns, mock meatballs with mock mince meat fillings, vegetables balls & vermicelli. Soup taste just right, not too salty, not too bland but slightly oily.
Cons: No vegan choices.
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