Originated from Tainan in 1895, Du Hsieh Yueh 度小月 (pronounced as “Du Xiao Yue”) is well-known for its Dan Zai Noodles (擔仔麵). Du Hsieh Yueh’s 100 years of serving Dan Zai Mian has made the brand an important icon in Tainan. Hence, making Du Hsieh Yueh a must-eat local delight when you visit Tainan.
History
Starting off as a fisherman, Du Hsieh Yueh’s founder, Hong Yu To, encountered periods where the sea was rough and could not go fishing. Hence, he began to sell Dan Zai Noodles along the streets to pass these months (度小月). The unique taste of the Dan Zai Noodles was well-received by people and Hong began to name his store as Du Hsieh Yueh’s Dan Zai Noodle (度小月擔仔麵).
Over the years, Du Hsieh Yueh has expanded rapidly across Taiwan and China. Du Hsieh Yueh is currently run by the 4th generation.
We visited Du Hsiao Yueh Restaurant’s Flagship store in Tainan. Upon entering, you will see a live cooking counter, decorated with red brick walls and a traditional Chinese lantern with Chinese characters "Du Xiao Yue 度小月" written on it. You will see a man and lady sitting on low stools preparing the noodles.
Dan Zai Mian 擔仔麵 (NTD 50 / 90)
A small bowl of noodles filled with the traditional taste of Tainan. Served with a slight amount of soup, Dan Zai Mian is topped with ingredients such as braised minced meat, shrimp and beansprouts. You can choose to have your Dan Zai Mian with yellow noodles, rice vermicelli (bee hoon) or a combination of both.
Tip #1: Add a Braised Egg to complete your Dan Zai Mian
Tip #2: Choose a combination of Yellow Noodles and Rice Vermicelli (bee hoon) to get a chance to taste both types of noodles.
The Dan Zai Mian was made extremely appetising with the combination of the braised minced meat and broth. We really love the unique flavour of the Dan Zai Mian.
An Ping Fried Oyster 安平蚵仔酥 (NTD 160)
Deep-fried oysters served with sour plum powder. The oysters were really fresh and crunchy.
Signature Yam Cake 招牌芋粿 (NTD 160)
Served in a Chinese steamer, this Yam Cake is one of the signatures at Du Hsieh Yueh. The texture of the Yam Cake was very dense and rich, where you can taste bits of yam and minced meat in every bite.
度小月擔仔麵 中正旗艦店 Du Hsiao Yueh Restaurant
No. 101, Zhongzheng Road
West Central District
Tainan City, Taiwan 700
地址：台南市中西區中正路101號
OH: 11.30 am - 9.30 pm daily