Mr.KIM Korean Cuisine (Jeju Jin Xian Sheng)

If you find yourself in Taichung’s Dali District and craving some serious Korean soul food, Mr. KIM (濟州金先生) is the place to be. Running strong since 2014, the owner—originally from Jeju Island—brought his mother’s traditional recipes straight to Taiwan. They specialize in crispy Korean fried chicken, comforting tofu stews, chewy rice cakes, and savory pork bowls. Everything is made fresh with strictly no MSG, which is why it’s become such a beloved local neighborhood favorite. The menu focuses on classic Korean set meals, where every tray comes loaded with various side dishes (known as *banchan*), nutritious purple rice, and a side of soup (unless you're ordering a stew). You can’t miss their signature 6-piece Fried Chicken Set—generous chunks of boneless chicken thigh that you can order in original, special house sauce, savory soy, or the classic sweet-and-spicy red sauce. For something cozy, they serve up Korean-style ramen—the ultimate comfort food—including a cheesy version that's a total crowd-pleaser. Other must-tries include their fluffy cheese egg rolls, the cheese tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) ramen, and the spicy stir-fried pork rice sets. Each meal is rounded out with three rotating sides like spicy bean sprouts, seasoned seaweed, and spicy cucumbers, served alongside crispy Korean seaweed and a variety of dipping sauces. They are open for lunch and dinner shifts and operate on a walk-in basis. Perfect for solo foodies on the go, casual hangouts with friends, and families who love a good Korean feast.