Hong Kong's Tai On Building is a bustling haven for street food enthusiasts, often likened to Taiwan’s renowned Shilin Night Market. Located just a brief stroll from Sai Wan Ho Station, the ground floor of this residential block from the 1960s is filled with food stalls that serve an enticing array of local and Asian delights. Explore these five must-visit eateries within Tai On Building:

1. Missyou Taiwanese Roti (艾·蜜思手抓餅)

Missyou Taiwanese Roti has won over crowds with its signature purple sweet potato roti. The owner, who learned the authentic Taiwanese technique from relatives in Taiwan, aims to leave a memorable impression on customers, symbolized by the name "AI·MISS" (I MISS in Mandarin). The long queues for their freshly made, hot roti speak volumes about their popularity.

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2. Hainan Chicken Specialist (海南雞專門店)

Satisfying the cravings of Eastern residents, Hainan Chicken Specialist offers their signature Hoi Nam Gai Fan (Hainanese Chicken Rice 海南雞飯) for just HKD $40. The dish features flavorful yellow rice cooked with chicken oils and tender, fresh chicken. Complemented by a unique sauce and ginger, this high-quality meal is a steal at such a low price.

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3. Lam Kee Cart Noodles (林記車仔麵)

A go-to spot for budget-friendly eats, Lam Kee Cart Noodles serves the local favorite: cart noodles. From the many options available, we recommend trying the 3-item cart noodle, which includes pig blood(豬紅), pig intestine（豬大腸） and gizzard（雞腎）, and thick oil noodle（油麵）.

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4. Fishball Guy (魚蛋佬)

Despite its name, Fishball Guy is celebrated not for its fishballs, but for the satay sauce（沙爹汁） that accompanies classic Hong Kong street food. The small, unadorned shop draws long lines of customers, lured in by the irresistible aroma.

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5. Chiu Mai Shek Mo Cheung Fan (石磨腸粉)

Chiu Chow Cheung Fan（潮州腸粉）, also known as the wrinkled rice roll, offers a rustic twist on the traditional GuangZhou version. Renowned for its distinctive appearance, this dish allows customization with an assortment of ingredients like dried shrimp, lettuce, and meat, blended into the rice batter to craft varying flavors.

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