Fule Noodle Shop

Review

Fule Noodle Shop sits beside Provincial Highway 6 in Gongguan Township, right next to the century-old Chuanlong irrigation canal, with clear water flowing past the windows. Supertaste describes it as a Hakka noodle house open for nearly forty years. It began as a roadside noodle stall and later grew into an air-conditioned restaurant with plenty of seating, and it is now a favourite stop for travellers on Miaoli's inland route as well as a regular gathering place for Gongguan locals.

The signature is stir-fried flat rice noodles made from rice supplied by a local rice-food factory; they are noticeably thick, springy and fragrant with fried shallots. Bloggers rate the Hakka salted pork highest for its savoury chew. The house tofu, similar to salted-egg-yolk tofu, is crisp outside and soft inside, and the pickled mustard and pork soup is tangy and smooth, with even the smallest size served in a big bowl. There are also Hakka stir-fry, braised bamboo shoots and self-serve side dishes at NT$50 a plate.

Diners praise the authentic flavours, fair prices and portions, the clean bright room and the free car park, making it good for family meals. Complaints focus on noodles that some find under-seasoned, stir-fried wheat noodles that are too firm and a small portion of salted pork; others say the food is decent but not memorable. Turnover is fast at peak times, so service can feel hurried.

Hours are roughly Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m., with all-day service on weekends and Mondays closed; sources differ on Saturday closing time, so check before you go. At peak times you take a number and wait to be called, and weekend waits are longer. Bloggers note it is cash only with no delivery apps, and driving is the easiest way to get there.

Best for families or friends driving Highway 6 who want an honest Hakka meal. Two or three people can share the stir-fried noodles, salted pork and house tofu plus a bowl of pickled mustard soup, then add one or two plates from the side-dish counter. Afterwards, the tofu workshop nearby makes a handy stop for tofu pudding.