Shan Hu Kitchen — Restaurant in Yuchi Township

A small and unassuming shop tucked away along the street beside the tourist bus station. An elderly lady beckoning at us to try their food and I'm glad we did.

This little dainty shop is helmed by a very friendly and hospitable lady who recommended some of their local delights to us. We had a tana omelette 刺葱烘蛋 Ci4 Cong1 Hong1 Dan4 (tana is a spice of the aboriginals) which tasted savory with a slight tinge of ginger-like flavor to it.

We also had Stir-fried cabbage (gao1 li4 cai4) which tasted fresh and sweet. It was drenched in savory gravy that added depth to the simple yet delicious dish. For our meat option, we had Diced Gongbao Chicken that was seasoned really well with dried chill and soy sauce. My only gripe with this dish is that it would've been a better experience had boneless chickens been used.

Nonetheless, for our dinner at Sun moon lake, this place is highly recommended for international travellers who are seeking an affordable yet homely Taiwanese restaurant with authentic local cuisines. They also have an English digital Menu via scanning of QR...

We ordered five items, two of which are typical staples you’d find in many Chinese restaurants: mapo tofu and kung pao chicken. Neither of them had the consistency in sauce and proper meats. If one closed their eyes and sampled each, neither would be identifiable flavors you’d recognize. This was so disappointing and sort of expected being a tourist heavy resultant. We simply followed a crowd in as many restaurants here are rated around 4 stars, but this wasn’t a wise choice. This is typically wise in a local-heavy place, like Taipei, but not here. There was a single waitress, while nice initially, did not respond to raised hands or vocal requests for service from us until we appeared done and ready for the check.

My family and I ended up buying a bunch of onigiri, sandwiches, and snacks from the 7-11.

The cost of the meal was NT $1230 which equates to about $40 USD. It was pricey for very...

Shanhu Restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience with dishes that truly impress. The stir-fried mushrooms are rich in savory flavor, with a deep umami taste that's unforgettable. The braised plum pork ribs are one of the restaurant's signature dishes—tender, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with a hint of sweet and sour from the plums. The daylily soup is light and comforting, making it a great complement to the bolder main dishes. One of the most unique offerings is the stir-fried sugarcane shoots, which are crisp, subtly sweet, and full of texture. Overall, Shanhu Restaurant blends tradition with creativity in every dish, showcasing the chef’s thoughtful preparation and passion. It’s definitely a place worth returning to. But I forgot film the dishes before...