When planning our trip to Ximending, we stumbled upon the famous Corn & Cheese Baked Potato — a quirky street snack many travelers list as a must-try when exploring Taipei’s most vibrant shopping district.
At first, we had no idea where to find it. So we wandered through the neon-lit streets of Ximending, surrounded by the aroma of sizzling street food and the buzz of evening crowds. And as fate would have it, we eventually spotted a small stall selling this cheesy creation!
🧀 First Impressions
To be honest, it didn’t look too fancy — just a baked potato topped with sweet corn, melted cheese sauce, and sometimes bits of ham or bacon. But since it’s one of those “only in Taiwan” snacks, we had to give it a try.
My verdict? It wasn’t bad — soft, creamy, and filling — but it didn’t quite match the excitement of other night market treats. The flavor leaned on the mild side, especially when compared to heavy-hitters like Hot-Star Large Fried Chicken, Taiwan sausages, or bubble tea.
Still, taste is subjective! If you’re a fan of cheesy comfort food or just curious to try something unique, it’s worth a shot. You might like it more than I did. 😋
🕒 2025 Update: Quick Guide
- 📍 Where to Find It: Around Emei Street and Ximen MRT Exit 6 inside the Ximending Pedestrian Area.
- 💰 Price Range: NT$70–100 (₱130–180), depending on toppings (corn, cheese, bacon, or ham).
- 🕔 Best Time to Visit: 2:00 PM–10:00 PM; crowds peak after 5:00 PM.
- 💡 Travel Tip: Share one serving and save space for more food! Bring tissues or wet wipes — this snack gets messy. 😅
💭 The Corn & Cheese Baked Potato may not be the star of Ximending’s street food lineup, but it’s still a fun and curious find for adventurous foodies. Whether it becomes your new favorite or not, it’s part of what makes Taiwan’s night markets so exciting — you never know what you’ll discover next.
🚶♀️ Planning your own Ximending food crawl? Check out my full 👉 Taipei Street Food Guide 🍗🧋 for more delicious finds — from Hot-Star Fried Chicken to Taiwan’s best bubble tea stalls!
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