In 2026, after 78 days living in Taiwan, a Taipei excursion focused on picking up Kyochon Chicken from Taipei 101 and a visit to a Korean restaurant. For those missing Korean food abroad, this review details the real experience, including potential pitfalls and what to expect.
Taipei Public Library Visit and Book Borrowing (2026)
On my 78th day residing in Taiwan, it was time to return books borrowed from the Taipei Public Library. After the kids left for school, I quickly tidied up the house and took bus 937 to get there. From the bus's final stop at Yuanshan Station, I transferred to the MRT and headed to Daan Station. Before visiting the library, I stopped at my usual spot, '2J Cafe,' for a coffee and a quick bite of tteokbokki and lasagna. Both dishes exceeded expectations and were delicious. After about an hour of reading at the cafe, I proceeded to the Taipei Public Library, returned my books, and checked out four new ones. Seeing the Korean flag in the library's Korean section brought a smile to my face, so I snapped a photo.
Taipei 101 U-Bike Ride and Kyochon Chicken Pickup (2026)
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Right after leaving the library, I rented a U-Bike from the stand outside and headed to Taipei 101. The approximately 20-minute ride was enjoyable despite the warm weather, thanks to the shade and cool breeze. It's especially convenient because it's free for rides under 30 minutes. The main reason for visiting Taipei 101 was to pick up Kyochon Chicken, which my son had been craving. Even on a weekday afternoon, Taipei 101 was bustling with people. Before getting my chicken, I visited 'Seorak Mountain,' a Korean restaurant in the same basement food court, to try their seafood jjampong and tangsuyuk, dishes I'd been curious about. I wanted to see how they compared to the Korean versions.
Seorak Mountain Korean Restaurant at Taipei 101: Jjampong & Tangsuyuk Honest Review (2026)
Despite ordering the seafood jjampong and tangsuyuk I had dreamed about, the dining environment was somewhat disappointing. A strong, pungent aroma wafted from a table next to us – it wasn't just typical Taiwanese spices, but closer to stinky tofu, and quite intense. This powerful smell made it difficult to fully appreciate the jjampong. The jjampong itself, while not identical to the Korean version, was reasonably similar and tasted decent. However, the overpowering scent from the next table made it hard to focus. The highly anticipated tangsuyuk lacked the crispy texture I expected, and the sauce portion felt insufficient. Overall, it was an underwhelming meal. I ended up drinking a cola to try and neutralize the strong odors.
Kyochon Chicken Pickup and At-Home Tasting Experience (2026)
Leaving the disappointing meal behind, I proceeded to pick up my Kyochon Chicken order. The familiar scent of Kyochon Chicken brought a sense of peace. Carrying the aroma of the chicken on the subway home provided a psychological comfort. Upon arriving home, my children, who had just returned from school, were overjoyed to see the Kyochon Chicken and devoured it in no time. Seeing their happy faces, I promised to buy them two orders next time. Although there were some disappointments with the unexpected dining environment and food taste, Kyochon Chicken provided a delightful conclusion to the day. It was a tiring but rewarding day in Taipei, and now I plan to relax by watching YouTube.
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