Shilin Night Market Underground Food Court — Restaurant in Shilin District

The Shilin Night Market Underground Street offers a different perspective on the famous Shilin Night Market experience. While the underground section provides a quieter and less chaotic environment, it doesn’t quite capture the vibrant and bustling energy that makes the main night market so famous.

One positive aspect of the underground street is its cleanliness and organization. The pathways are easy to navigate, and the space feels well-maintained compared to some of the busier, more crowded parts of the market. If you’re someone who prefers a more subdued shopping or dining experience, this might be a good place to start. However, the trade-off is that the atmosphere lacks the charm and excitement you’d expect from a night market in Taipei.

The variety of shops and food stalls here is somewhat limited. You can find a handful of local snacks, small shops selling souvenirs, and a few other items, but the options are far fewer than what you’d encounter in the above-ground sections. If you’re visiting Shilin Night Market with high expectations for food and unique finds, you might feel a bit underwhelmed by the underground area.

Accessibility is another advantage—it’s located right by the MRT station, making it convenient for visitors. Additionally, the underground street provides shelter from bad weather, which could be a bonus if you’re visiting on a rainy evening.

Overall, while the underground street has its merits, it doesn’t stand out as a highlight of the Shilin Night Market. It feels more like a supplementary area rather than a must-visit destination. I would recommend spending most of your time in the main sections of the market and treating the underground street as an optional detour. If you’re pressed for time or looking for the best that Shilin has to offer, you might want to focus on the more lively and iconic parts of the market instead.

In conclusion, the Shilin Night Market Underground Street is worth exploring for its convenience, quieter atmosphere, and shelter from the elements. However, it falls short in terms of variety, excitement, and the authentic night market experience. It’s a solid 3-star experience—not bad, but not...

Shilin night market is the place you definitely need to go if it is not your first time visiting Taiwan. It is a local market crowded with local people selling clothes, mobile accessories and all sorts of strange food. English is fine if you are unfamiliar with Mandarin, most of the time.

The underground food court is a place you can find plenty of seating and take a rest while enjoying some nice native food before you move on with your adventure. The place is down to earth, reminding me about the Fish Market in Sydney, but it feels tidy and clean. Twenty or so tiny food shops all squeeze in this tiny spot at the same time and you would find yourself sitting literally back to back with others. The food is slightly more expensive than the local eateries, but not by a lot. It is definitely okay to try it out.

Other than the two staircases leading to the food court, there is at least one big elavator connecting the street level to it and to the...

Food was okay, but oysters were sandy. Customer service was horrible. The hawkers get right in your face, step in your way, shout at you and after you. Then once you’ve escaped one the next is on you. Sat down at one place and the staff practically shouted at me asking what I want. Food came, lady tossed it in front of me without a word, and food was a mess. I don’t tend to care about presentation but after everything else that happened...

Stay in the outdoor night market. Don’t come down here unless you’re looking for something specific and they don’t...