Wu Wang Tsai Chi Spring Rolls

Review

Wu Wang Tsai Chi stands in Lane 313, Section 2 of Zhonghua Road inside Nanjichang Night Market, and its sign still reads "formerly Song Qing Runbing", the name many regulars use. It has been on the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand list for several years since 2019 and appears again in the 2026 selection, making it one of the most mentioned snacks in the market. There are no seats; it is a takeaway stall, and people arrive before opening to grab a number.

The wrappers are made by hand, thin yet elastic, and hold more than ten fillings: bean sprouts, cabbage, carrot, preserved radish, crispy egg bits, dried tofu, coriander and peanut powder, with red-braised pork in the meat version and vegetarian fried "ribs" in the meat-free one. The vegetables are drained before wrapping, so the roll stays fresh rather than soggy, and some diners mention a light wasabi kick that sharpens the flavours. Each roll is substantial; one is enough for an average appetite.

Praise from diners and the media focuses on the generous fillings, the mix of crunchy and soft textures, the fair price, and the friendly owner, who lets you leave out what you don't like. The main complaint is the wait: even on weeknights it can take forty minutes to an hour, and latecomers often find it sold out. Some also feel there is too much peanut powder, making it rather sweet and not worth a long queue.

Hours are roughly 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. or until sold out. Sources disagree on closing days, some saying Mondays and others Mondays and Fridays, so check before you go. Arrive around opening time to take a number, then wander the market while you wait. A roll costs NT$70, and cash is the safe choice. There is no proper shelter, so bring an umbrella on rainy days. Parking nearby is hard; taking the MRT to Longshan Temple or Guting and then a bus or a walk is easier.

It suits anyone who likes light, fresh flavours and wants a Bib Gourmand snack on a small budget, and it is easy to eat while strolling. First-timers should try the classic red-braised pork version, while vegetarians can pick the meat-free one. If you dislike sweetness, ask for less peanut powder, and mention it if you skip coriander. When the line is long, buy everything you want in one go so you don't have to queue twice.