If you’re ready to taste a Taiwanese classic, gua bao is a deliciously unique street snack you won’t want to miss. Known affectionately as the “Taiwanese hamburger,” this tasty treat consists of a soft, pillowy steamed bun filled with braised pork belly, fresh coriander, pickled mustard greens, and a sprinkle of ground peanuts for a sweet, nutty kick. Gua bao has deep roots in Taiwanese tradition, especially during Weiya, the year-end celebration to honor the earth god.

Located in Gongguan Night Market, Lan Jia Gua Bao is a Michelin Bib Gourmand-recommended eatery that has been serving up mouthwatering Gua Bao for nearly 30 years. The bun is soft, and the filling can be customized with options ranging from all lean meat to all fat, with five choices available. The braised pork is rich and flavorful, paired with pickled mustard greens, peanut powder, and cilantro for a well-balanced taste.

Gua Bao @ Lan Jia (Section 3, Luosifu Rd) – widely lauded as serving the best gua bao in Taiwan, at Lan Jia they serve two types of fillings – lean pork meat or fatty pork – the best option is to have half and half. Garnished with the traditional toppings of pickled mustard greens, sugary peanut powder and fresh coriander, they are sometimes referred to as ‘Taiwanese hamburgers’ or my favourite name ‘Tiger bites pig’.

Often referred to as a “Taiwanese hamburger”, the gua bao is a popular snack that has become famous around the world. The dish consists of a soft fluffy steamed bun with hearty fillings such as braised pork belly, pickled mustard greens, peanut powder and coriander. We tried an amazing version of this dish on a Taipei food tour at the famous and award winning Lan Jia Gua Bao restaurant.

Gua Baois a street snack filled with braised pork belly that has been braised in a mixture of rice wine and soy sauce, along with cilantro, pickled mustard greens and crushed peanut powder, sandwiched in puffy mantou steamed buns. The steamed buns themselves are soft, pillowy, and fluffy bread—like a cloud made of dough—unlike the thicker pita bread version in the West.

Inside the bao (bun) you’ll find pork belly with cilantro, pickled veggies, and peanut powder – I know the ingredients may seem eclectic, but (again) trust that they know what they’re doing!. This is one of the most popular restaurants in Taipei for Gua Bao, so prepare for a line. However, you can often skip the line by eating in rather than take away.

Found within Gongguan Night Market, the best way to describe Lan Jia Traditional Taiwanese Snack is like a Taiwanese Hamburger. The steamed soft white bao buns are filled with marinated fatty pork meat that’s been mixed with pickles, peanut powder and coriander. So good are these, they have even been recommended in the official Michelin Guide.

Spot the long lines outside this small eatery in the Gongguan district and you’ll know you are in for some of the best street food in the city. The fluffy steamed bun is filled with braised pork, pickled greens, powdered peanut and coriander. It’s easily some of the best food in Taipei, and is a champion amongst Taiwanese snacks.

What I like about this place was how soft and fluffy the steam buns were – coupled with the gorgeous pork where you can choose how lean or how fat you want your fillings to be – then topped with herbs and crushed peanuts… OMG!. Seriously heaven in a bite!. This Gua Bao is a die die also must eat in Taipei I tell you!

These steamed buns are traditionally filled with braised pork belly, pickled mustard or cabbage, coriander, and powdered peanuts. The gua bao is a very versatile dish, served both at street food carts and restaurants. You may even find a fancier version of gua bao in upscale restaurants in Taipei.

Bao are a staple of Eastern Chinese cuisine that dates back centuries. They’re essentially steamed buns filled with shredded meats and vegetables. Gua bao are a style of Taiwanese bao that closely resembles a hamburger, and they’re a great way to blend Eastern and Western styles of cooking.

There is usually a queue for this stall because it is known as the best Gua Bao in Taipei. Luckily for me at 11:00pm, there weren’t that many people. Select whether you want fatty pork, lean pork, or a mix, and the smiley vendor will prepare your Gua Bao to go.

Originally coming from Fujian, China, this Chinese dish is taken to a different style in Taiwan. With braised pork belly, pickled greens, peanuts, and cilantro. This dish is similar to like a folded mantou with meat inside.

I actually passed by El Sabroso several times while they were building it because it's not far from Lan Jia Gua Bao and Chen San Ding brown sugar boba (RIP). So when I saw a few posts about it, I had to give it try.

Their gua bao is the best and they are always cooked fresh!. The lines are always long here so expect to wait at least 15 minutes. They do serve the gua baos fast so you won’t wait longer than that.

Often called “Taiwanese hamburger,” a Gua Bao is a steamed bun stuffed with braised pork belly, pickled mustard greens, crushed peanuts, and cilantro. It sounds a little strange but tastes delicious.

Lan Jia Guabao, located near the University of Taiwan, is an eatery in Zhongzheng District popular for serving one of the best Guabao in Taipei.