My Stove at Songjiang Nanjing Station
My Stove is a small restaurant near Songjiang Nanjing Station in Taipei that serves Taiwanese home-style cooking with careful attention to ingredient quality. The menu features dishes like braised pork over rice, squid prepared two ways, and mapo tofu with eggplant, all prepared with minimal seasoning to let natural flavors shine through.
The restaurant's interior design draws inspiration from 1950s and 1960s Taiwan, a period of significant transformation on the island. This nostalgic approach to decor connects diners with an important chapter in Taiwan's everyday history and reflects the restaurant's appreciation for the era's simplicity and character.
The name 'My Stove' reflects a welcoming philosophy, inviting diners to return and feel at home. The interior evokes streets from the 1950s and 1960s, creating a warm connection to Taiwan's everyday past and making visitors feel they are sharing a family meal rather than simply eating out.
The restaurant is small and fills up quickly during peak hours, so it is best to call ahead for a reservation or arrive early in the day. Keep in mind that small side dishes are charged separately and are not included with the main dishes.
You can order dishes not on the printed menu if you ask, and the chef will prepare them based on available ingredients and his skill. Stir-fried bamboo with salted egg is one example of a simple dish executed with remarkable care and attention to detail.
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