Nangang’s Shuazui Little Hot Pot in Nangang is similar to many other small hot pots in Taiwan. The best part about this hot pot is that it offers unlimited soda, instant noodles, ice cream, braised pork, and rice included in the price. These kinds of eateries are what makes Taiwan an awesome place to live.
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Historical Background:
Hot pot first originated in China in the Zhou Dynasty, and the traditional food-making process has continued to this day. Hot pot exists in many forms, such as Mala (spicy) hot pot, Lamb Hot Pot, Beef Hot Pot, Seafood Hot Pot, Seafood Hot Pot, Stinky Tofu Hot Pot, etc.
In Taiwan, it is popular to add Shacha sauce and other hot sauces to mix with the cooked foods.
In addition, most hot pot places will offer unlimited drinks, rice, and ice cream, while full buffets will offer all you can eat meats and vegetables, along with other hot foods and desserts.
Hot pot is most popular during the winter months when it is colder, but you will find a lot of people still eating hot pot in summer because it is so delicious.
Hours:
11 AM to 9 PM
Price:
170 NT and above
Sharing a pot with kids under 8 years old is only 30 NT
Where to stay:
We recommend Fullon Hotel which has locations in Tamsui and Fulong near the beach (book on Booking.com here, Tripadvisor here, Agoda here, or Hotels.com here).
We have stayed at and recommend Gold Mountain Ranch, which is a horse ranch and glamping destination in Jinshan. You can book a night at Gold Mountain Ranch on Klook here. You can also check out our full blog on the ranch here.
We have also stayed at and recommend Hai Xia Your Home which is right in front of Fulong Beach (book on Booking.com here, Tripadvisor here, Agoda here, or Hotels.com here).
Activities in Taipei:
There are many activities available to enjoy in Taipei such as kayaking, canoeing, snorkeling, SUP / paddle boarding, water biking, and more activities which you can book on Klook here or KKday here.
How to get there:
By Car/Scooter: From Taipei, take Zhongxiao East Road East until you reach Kunyang Station. There is free scooter parking on the street and paid car parking on the street as well, but it can fill up quickly.
Looking for scooter rental in Taipei? You can search on Klook here or KKday here to search for options. You can also check out our scooter rental guide here.
If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search Qeeq here, Klook here, or KKday here. You can also check out our car rental guide here.
By MRT/Bus: Take the blue line MRT to Kunyang Station. The restaruant is right across the street. You can also book an MRT travel pass on Klook here.
By Bicycle:
Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan’s landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can use Taiwan’s many Youbike sharing stations, or search for rentals on KKday here, and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. You can also book a Sunset Riverside Bike Ride and Historical Tour, 4 Hour Cycling in Taipei, Ultimate 8-Hour Cycling City Tour, or Taipei City Bike Tour with Night Market Experience on TripAdvisor here.
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Map:
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Our Journey:
I have been to the Shuazui probably over 20 times. It is my favorite eatery in Nangang. We originally went to other small hot pots, but taking young kids meant we had to pay high prices for sharing a pot with them. However, this one let us only pay 30 NT per kid to share the pot with us. This hot pot overall is characteristic of all the great little hotpots I have had in Taiwan. There is bound to be a similar restaurant in every town in Taiwan.
Originally a few years ago I think the price for a pot was only 130 NT per person. Now it has risen to 170 NT. That just goes to show you the cost of inflation in Taiwan.
Lots of times in the evening, we would have to wait in line for a table.
Right next door is Sanma, which is also a good little hot pot place, but not all hot pots are created equal. The Sanma here does not have ice cream or soda.
Here when you dine in, you get unlimited instant ramen and rice. There is also unlimited braised pork to go with the rice!
There is also unlimited soda and tea. With sugar free cola.
And there are six flavors of ice cream to choose from.
You can get full here on the braised pork and rice alone.
Oh yeah, the hot pot is not bad either.
Check out our guide to hot pot buffets in Taiwan here.
Check out our guide to Nangang here.
