During a visit to Yangmei to see family and friends, we dined at Shouwu Hakka Seafood Restaurant, a place highly recommended by the locals who brought us there. Even though another well-known spot, Dayangmei Goose Restaurant, is just nearby, Shouwu remains their top pick. They believe the food here is better, and unlike the other place that draws lots of out-of-town visitors, this one feels more like a hidden gem among locals. Many customers seem to be on friendly terms with the owner, with a natural rapport that suggests they’ve been coming here for years.
The only real downside is parking. There's a multi-story parking lot right across the street, but it's always packed. Waiting there is usually a bad idea—I've been twice and never saw a single car leave. We even saw someone stubbornly waiting, and by the time they parked and returned, they still couldn’t get through the parking entrance. Best tip: call ahead to reserve a table—this place is way more popular than you'd expect.
One of the main reasons we came was for their rice noodle soup (米苔目湯)—a nostalgic Hakka flavor that only true Hakka people might fully appreciate. It’s getting harder to find restaurants that make this dish really well. Honestly, two bowls aren’t too much, and even three feel perfectly justified.
We also got lucky and had their Hakka-style stir-fried pork with radish coins (客家蘿蔔錢炒梅花肉)—a dish not on the regular menu and only available when ingredients permit. It was delicious and perfect with rice. Be sure to check the handwritten daily specials on the bright red board near the counter—you might just spot a hidden treasure.
The goose meat is a must-try. We actually wanted to order more, but since we were eating a bit late, we held back so we wouldn’t ruin our dinner. Because of that, we only tried a few dishes. Honestly, it’s best to come with a larger group so you can try more of the menu and enjoy a fuller experience. Their stir-fried dishes were all quite flavorful—on the stronger side, but that’s part of the charm of traditional Hakka cuisine. That said, some flavors have been adjusted slightly to fit modern, health-conscious tastes. It's getting rarer to find places that stick to the old-school Hakka flavors, so enjoy them while you still can!
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