Jiaji Grilled Mantou

Review

Jiaji Grilled Mantou is on Zhongzheng Road in Donggang, signposted as Jiaji Drinks Shop, an old favourite locals have eaten since childhood. Supertaste's 2026 Donggang guide says it has been open for over 40 years, and both its Pingtung food roundup and Yam Travel's Donggang snack list include it, making it the town's best-known charcoal-grilled mantou.

The buns are made in-house and slowly grilled over charcoal until golden and crisp, while the inside stays fluffy; then they are spread with old-style margarine and condensed milk for a mix of smoky and milky flavours. Beyond the classic condensed-milk version there are many sweet and savoury options, plus toast, egg crepes, thick toast and plenty of drinks. The articles list no prices, but diners generally describe it as pocket-change cheap.

Fans praise the clear charcoal aroma, the crisp-outside, soft-inside texture and the simple, nostalgic pairing with condensed milk, along with low prices and a friendly owner. Complaints mention that the other breakfast items are fairly ordinary, there is a wait for fresh grilling at peak times, and the opening hours can be hard to pin down.

Sources differ on hours: Supertaste and Yam Travel list two daily sessions, 05:00 to 10:00 and 18:30 to 02:30, while recent Google data shows only weekend evenings, so phone ahead before going. The shop is in central Donggang; street parking takes some searching, and late-night visits are easier.

It suits travellers wanting a taste of Donggang's local breakfast or late-night snack culture, and anyone returning from Xiaoliuqiu or waiting for a ferry. On a first visit, try the classic condensed-milk bun, add a savoury one if you like, and pair it with an old-style black tea or milk tea, all for a few dozen NT dollars.