Are you hooked on fluffy snow flower shaved ice? Here are 5 Recommended Shaved Ice Shops near Taipei Station, Zhongshan, and Ximending.

When it comes to classic sweets in hot Taiwan, shaved ice is a must! Nowadays, in addition to traditional plain shaved ice, fluffy snow flower shaved ice made with brown sugar, condensed milk, milk, or mango is very popular. Among these, mango shaved ice remains perennially popular. Out of the countless shaved ice shops, we introduce 5 consistently popular ones.

1. Bing Zan

Bing Zan’s most popular menu item is the “Mango Snow Flower Shaved Ice.” The milk flavor gently spreads in your mouth as the lightly sweet snow flower shaved ice melts, topped generously with mango and condensed milk. The rich, mellow flavor of mango—available only during the season (from mid-April to around October)—is truly addictive. In fact, they intentionally do not add mango ice cream on top, so the taste of the fresh mango isn’t masked by melting ice cream.

Another popular option is the “Red Bean Snow Flower Shaved Ice,” featuring large, glossy adzuki beans with a restrained sweetness and rustic flavor. Their handmade mini baked pudding topping is also recommended. They carefully cut fresh mangoes for every order—a dedication that appeals to many repeat customers.

2. Ximending Mang Gu Bing

As the name suggests, Ximending Mang Gu Bing is a popular shaved ice shop focused on mangoes. Its signature item is the “Yi Nan Wang (Fresh Mango Shaved Ice)” topped with a whole unpeeled local mango. Surrounding the dish, plenty of Aiyun mangoes are used lavishly, creating a luxurious presentation.

The local (or “tsuchi”) mango is more refreshing and fruity compared to Aiyun mango, and has many devoted fans. Note that this menu item is available only seasonally from April to June. Of course, mango shaved ice is also available year-round. For something a bit different, they offer durian shaved ice—a luxurious version topped with tropical fruits like jackfruit and rambutan. Opinions may vary, so adventurous eaters should definitely give it a try.

3. Lu Dou Suan

This shop is also known for its mango shaved ice, but its namesake “Black Sugar Shaved Ice with Mung Bean Pulp” is also immensely popular. Mung bean pulp is made by peeling the skin off mung beans and serving it in warm soup, over which ice is shaved so that it melts quickly. The simple flavor of the mung bean pulp combined with the natural sweetness of black sugar is highly addictive! It’s also great that you can choose from two types of toppings.

They also serve the “Fangshan Aiyun Mango Ice,” a seasonal item using two generous portions of Aiyun mangoes. The mango pieces are cut chunky—perfectly described as “chunky”—and they almost melt in your mouth. Not overly sweet yet refreshingly fresh, it’s so exquisite that you’ll want more right after finishing. Why not try both the mung bean pulp version and the Fangshan Aiyun Mango Ice?

4. Yu Ji Almond Tofu

This shop is famous for its almond tofu, but it also offers delicious shaved ice. Their “Almond Tofu Snow Flower Shaved Ice” is a fluffy, snow-like shaved ice into which you can choose 4 types of toppings. When eaten together with the almond “snow,” it creates a perfect match. Their regular almond tofu is also mildly sweet and milky, drawing a steady stream of local customers.

Conveniently located right by Exit 4 of MRT Ximending, it’s definitely worth a visit. As an almond specialty store, they also sell almond nougat—making it an ideal souvenir for almond tofu lovers.

5. 21 Street Ice House

Lastly, we introduce a café-style shop that serves mango shaved ice. Don’t worry about it not being a specialized shaved ice shop! Their milk-condensed type snow flower shaved ice is generously topped with mango and condensed milk, with mango ice cream containing mango fruit added on top.

The balance of flavors is superb, and the mango used is top-grade Aiyun mango—its quality is evident to any mango shaved ice aficionado. In addition, they offer dessert menus like waffles and pancakes, making it a welcoming spot for those who want to relax.

◎ Summary

Even in warm Taiwan, mangoes have a season—and depending on the type, that season generally runs from late April to around October. Some shops operate only during that time, showing their dedication to quality. You want to savor seasonal products at the right time, don’t you? If you crave delicious mango shaved ice, the best time to visit Taiwan is during this season. Enjoy your trip and treat yourself to these exquisite shaved ice delights!

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Are you hooked on fluffy snow flower shaved ice? Here are 5 Recommended Shaved Ice Shops near Taipei Station, Zhongshan, and Ximending.