Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor – this legendary breakfast shop is a must-visit in Taiwan!
If you’re planning a trip to Keelung, Zhou’s Scallion Pancakes (周家蔥油餅) should be at the top of your food list! This iconic breakfast spot has been serving delicious Taiwanese scallion pancakes for over 60 years and remains a favorite among both locals and visitors.
Each pancake is pan-fried to golden perfection, with just the right amount of crispiness on the outside and a tender, fragrant center. Zhou’s Scallion Pancakes has become a staple of Keelung’s breakfast culture.
In this guide, you’ll discover why it’s special, what to order, how to get there easily using public transportation, and even the secret tip to eating it like a local!
Zhou’s has been a cornerstone of Keelung’s breakfast culture for over 60 years. It’s been featured on numerous Taiwanese food programs and boasts 4.3 stars from over 3,500 Google reviews!
What sets Zhou’s apart from the typical scallion pancake shop?
The recipe itself is a testament to Keelung’s unique food culture. Unlike scallion pancakes found in other parts of Taiwan, Zhou’s follows a special technique:
Dough preparation: Rolled into strips, generously sprinkled with fresh scallions, twisted into spirals
Pan-frying: Cooked until golden and crispy on both sides
Oven-baking: Final step removes excess oil while maintaining crispiness
Result: Less greasy, ultra-crispy pancakes with incredible flavor!
This unique combination of pan-frying and baking is a signature of Keelung-style scallion pancakes, and you won’t find it anywhere else!
Zhou’s Scallion Pancakes Menu & Prices (2025)
The menu at Zhou’s is surprisingly simple, but that’s precisely why they can focus on perfecting every single pancake:
Item
Mandarin
Pinyin
Price (NT$)
Description
Scallion Pancake
蔥油餅
Cōng yóu bǐng
20
Signature item with unique “pan-fry then bake” method – crispy outside, tender inside, less oily with fragrant scallions.
Scallion Pancake with Egg
蛋餅
Dàn bǐng
32
Scallion pancake fried again with egg – richer and heartier, but noticeably more oily.
Fried Egg
煎蛋
Jiān dàn
12
Add-on item for extra protein.
Soybean Milk
豆漿
Dòu jiāng
15
A smooth, refreshing soy drink that pairs perfectly with the pancakes.
Savory Soybean Milk
鹹豆漿
Xián dòu jiāng
20
A warm, soup-like dish made with coagulated soy milk, topped with fried dough sticks, dried tofu, and scallions.
Black Tea
紅茶
Hóng chá
15
Basic option (nothing special)
💡 Secret Tip
✅ Eat it while hot for the best flavor. ✅ Go for the original scallion pancake for lighter taste — the egg version (NT$32) is pan-fried again and noticeably oilier, but more filling. ✅Add a dash of chili sauce for an extra kick — it’s how the locals enjoy it, and it pairs perfectly with the scallion pancake!
Menu, with an English version available on the side.
Scallion pancake with egg
Savory soybean milk
A local-style breakfast combo — hearty and filling.
