Recently I discovered a dreamy spot that will make meat lovers, veggie lovers, and pet parents collectively scream with joy—it's a Korean-style barbecue restaurant called 「彩豚屋」 located in Linkou Mitsui, run by a Japanese owner!
This place is truly insane—not only is it pet-friendly, allowing Bibi to stay in the stroller and join the meal the whole time, but the most outrageous part is that they offer unlimited refills of small-farm contract direct-delivery fresh vegetables and sesame leaves! In this era of skyrocketing prices, being able to enjoy this Japanese-Korean fusion, health-focused "lettuce wrap meat" style barbecue at Linkou Mitsui is simply a blessing for budget-conscious girls!
彩豚屋 was formerly the well-known 菜豚屋 and officially rebranded and upgraded at the beginning of this year. Its soul comes from the founder with Japanese and Korean heritage, seamlessly blending Japanese meticulous attention to detail with Korean bold and refreshing vibes.
Walking into the Linkou Mitsui store, the environment is kept very bright and clean, with none of the greasy feel or heavy aftertaste of traditional barbecue restaurants—instead, it has a light, forest-like atmosphere.
🏠 Address: 2F, No. 356, Sec. 1, Wenhua 3rd Rd., Linkou Dist., New Taipei City (Linkou Mitsui Outlet)
📞 Phone: 02-2608-4112
⏰ Business Hours: Mon–Sun 11:00–21:30 (last order 20:30)
🐶 Pet Policy: Pet-friendly (stroller or carrier required)
Today I ordered the best value and most popular "Signature Set" (NT$1,880 + 10%). The set is incredibly generous, including everything from pancake skins, mochi, grilled vegetables to a variety of meats. First up is the extra-thick three-layer pork, the signature dish of 彩豚屋!
The restaurant carefully selects pork with the perfect balance of fat and lean meat. The moment it hits the iron plate, the sizzling sound of the fat is incredibly tempting. The skin is roasted to a golden crisp by professionals, while the inside stays juicy and flavorful—every bite bursts with meaty aroma without any greasiness!
Next is Biei's personal favorite evil combo: pancake skin + mochi + rich cheese~~
The staff cleverly wrap the sizzling roasted three-layer pork with chewy mochi and rich cheese, then roll it up in a tortilla to eat~
The salty-sweet interplay and explosive layers of flavor will make you lose control instantly!
There's also that special steamed egg made with handmade bonito broth and fresh eggs, steamed to order—smooth and creamy texture, with an aroma that hits you the moment you open the lid, warming both heart and stomach.
For the main course, we upgraded to iron pot bibimbap (+$60)—the rice has a tempting charred aroma, paired with Korean chili sauce and plenty of side dishes for maximum satisfaction!
The meat selection in the set is very rich. Besides the must-try pork belly, our secret miso three-layer pork has a Japanese-style sweet flavor that becomes even more caramelized after grilling.
The premium Matsusaka pork showcases ultimate bouncy texture and sweetness, letting you taste the purest flavor of pork in every bite. For the beef, 彩豚屋 demonstrates high-level Japanese yakiniku standards—selected beef shoulder has a firm, sinewy texture, kept pink and tender at medium-rare by professional roasting, full of chew without being tough; the premium flat iron steak represents the lean meat category, quickly flipped to lock in juices, tender and never dry!
The most recommended here is the "free vegetables"! The owner searched all over Taiwan for small farms to provide the crispiest, freshest produce. Besides common lettuce, there's even the soul of Korean barbecue—sesame leaves—all unlimited refills! For girls like Biei who seek healthy options and fear greasiness, this place is simply paradise!
Biei's favorite "perfect wrap" method: take a fresh sesame leaf, layer on golden crispy pork belly, add a touch of Korean sesame oil, then top with shredded cabbage, sliced chili peppers, and garlic slices. This combo combining the special fragrance of sesame leaves with the savory aroma of pork fat is truly a match made in heaven!
Additionally, the set includes 菜豚屋 fried chicken with Korean sweet chili sauce—crispy exterior coated in tangy-sweet sauce that both adults and kids will love. For drinks, I ordered Korean yuzu honey soda and apple honey soda—refreshing bubbles pair perfectly with barbecue to cut the grease~ And the restaurant provides full professional roasting service**, so you just need to chat elegantly with friends and your furry friend
彩豚屋 not only offers high-quality meat and creative eating methods, but also showcases the Japanese owner's dedication in every detail. From unlimited crisp vegetables, professional table-side roasting service, to being highly pet-friendly, this dining experience is doubly healing. Here, barbecue is no longer a heavy burden, but a light and enjoyable feast where you can eat plenty of vegetables.
Dear girls, next time you're tired from shopping at Linkou Mitsui Outlet and don't know what to eat? Just add 彩豚屋 to your list! Bring your friends, family, or beloved furry companions to experience this Japanese-Korean fusion culinary feast!
Biei's recommendation rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐