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Richuan Takoyaki (Fengjia Flagship)
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VerdictFengjia's landmark takoyaki original; wasabi sauce is the pick
The flagship of Richuan Takoyaki at the Fengjia Night Market entrance, often called the pioneer of takoyaki in Taiwan, with a giant octopus on the roof. Crisp outside; original and wasabi are the top picks, and the line is often long.
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Richuan Takoyaki's Fengjia flagship is at No. 13 Wenhua Road, right at the entrance to Wenhua Road beside Minglun egg crepes. The giant blue octopus on its roof is one of Fengjia Night Market's landmarks. Many guides call it the brand's very first store, even the originator of takoyaki in Taiwan, and one blogger says the cooking here is more careful than at other branches.
The takoyaki is topped with bonito flakes, with mayonnaise or wasabi sauce; reports most often recommend wasabi, which cuts the sweetness of the mayo. The shell is fried golden and crisp, the inside dense yet soft, with sweet cabbage and a piece of octopus leg in each ball that gives a springy bite, and it is not greasy. It is not the molten, runny style found in Japan, though, so anyone expecting the Japanese version should adjust expectations. Staff flip the balls at lightning speed, and you can watch while you queue.
Opinions are sharply divided. Fans call it the best takoyaki nearby, consistent and representative of an old brand. One blogger frankly found it ordinary, and others report long waits for fresh batches, the occasional ball without octopus, or impatient staff. On price, one source lists NT$45 for six, while recent diners recorded NT$50; sources differ, so go by the board.
Hours vary slightly by source but are roughly 15:45 to midnight on weekdays, opening earlier around 15:15 and running to 00:30 on weekends. Lines are long, but several articles say they move quickly. Reports mention LINE Pay and JKOPAY are accepted, but some nearby stalls are cash only, so carry change.
It suits first-time visitors to Fengjia who want to tick off a classic. Come right after opening in the late afternoon or before dinner, order a box with wasabi sauce, and eat it hot while the shell is crispest; many people pair it with the Minglun egg crepe next door.
Why go
- The giant blue rooftop octopus is a Fengjia landmark
- About NT$45–50 for a box of six
- Wasabi sauce balances the sweet mayo
- Crisp outside, soft inside, octopus leg in every ball
- Come right at opening in the late afternoon for shorter lines
- LINE Pay works here; carry change for nearby stalls
What people say
Liked
- Crisp shells and springy octopus, consistent and not greasy
- The wasabi version is refreshing and balances the mayo's sweetness
- A representative original store, and watching the staff cook is fun
Complaints
- Some find the flavor ordinary, and it lacks the Japanese molten center
- Fresh batches mean waiting, with occasional octopus-less balls or curt staff
- Old and new price information differ
Summarized from the common views of bloggers, media and diners; not direct quotes.
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Sources
This page is compiled from the articles below and rewritten in our own words. Hours and prices change, so check before you go.
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