Di Wang
Start by choosing from one of four soups on offer, then it’s time to choose how to fill your steaming hotpot. There are many ingredients to choose from, including many cuts of meat, assorted vegetables and other treats, like dumplings, black sesame and mochi balls and lotus chips, making it a great place to share with friends. In Taiwanese fashion, you’ll also find complimentary rice plus a wide range of condiments. 34/1 Dixon St, Haymarket 9261 0888
Happy Chef Seafood Noodle
This humble hole-in-the-wall tucked away in Sussex Street food court might not look like much, but don’t let appearances fool you — it’s considered by many to be one of Sydney’s best-kept secrets. Happy Chef offers an enormous menu of mixed Asian cuisines and more noodles than you can poke a chopstick at. Famous for its Laksa, you’ll also find Cambodian style combination soup and wontons galore. F1A/401 Sussex St, Haymarket
3Q Chicken
This popular Taiwanese snack has made its way to Sydney, beside George Street’s Event Cinema. Grab yourself a piece of crispy golden fried chicken. For authentic Taiwanese flavour ignore the various sauces and ask for plum powder; it’s sweet and tangy with a chilli kick. Try with a side of squid balls or fried mushrooms. 505 George St, Sydney 27