Yi Mu Ri Taipei Review: Best Yongkang Boba Shop

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When you plan a trip to Taiwan,

drinking authentic milk tea and bubble tea is practically a rite of passage,

even for those who don't usually drink it back home!

To be completely honest, I am not a big boba person.

I've never really enjoyed the texture of tapioca pearls,

and I never felt like bubble tea was worth the hype

or the cash... until now! 😭

During my recent trip to Taipei,

Yi Mu Ri (一沐日) completely changed my mind. 😲

For the first time in years, I finished an entire cup by myself.

Now I finally understand why Taiwanese milk tea

is a mandatory stop on every travel itinerary!

If you are searching for the absolute best milk tea spots

or a hidden gem boba shop in Taipei,

you absolutely have to put this place on your list!

Yi Mu Ri Taipei Yongkang Branch

一沐日 台北永康店

❤️ Address: No. 8號, Lishui St, Yongkang Village, Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan 106

❤️ Hours: Open daily 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

❤️ Phone: +886223956787

❤️ Service: Takeout only

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Out of all the bubble tea shops I tried in Taipei,

this specific branch was my absolute number one favorite!

I will be sharing reviews of two other popular spots later,

but let me spoil the ending for you:

Yi Mu Ri is the one you cannot miss. Haha!

1. Location & Accessibility

一沐日 台北永康店 · No. 8號, Lishui St, Yongkang Village, Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan 106

I visited the Yongkang branch.

Yi Mu Ri is a highly popular chain with multiple stores across Taipei.

As a tourist, the easiest locations for you to visit

during your sightseeing runs would be

this Yongkang branch, the one near Longshan Temple,

or the Zhongshan branch.

Map from Yi Mu Ri to Yongkang Beef Noodles

The Yongkang branch is ideally located

right in the heart of the vibrant Yongkang Street area.

It is just a 1-minute walk (about 360 feet) from the Michelin-rated #YongkangBeefNoodles,

making it the perfect place to grab a refreshing dessert drink right after a savory bowl of noodles.

2. Menu, Flavors, and Customization

Yi Mu Ri Menu Board

There are no paper menus here;

instead, the complete menu is mounted on the left wall next to the register.

It features English, Japanese, and Korean translations,

and every item is numbered.

You can easily order just by pointing or saying the number to the cashier! 🍀

This makes the ordering process incredibly stress-free for international travelers!

As you can see, the menu is extensive.

The best part is that almost every drink

allows you to customize the sweetness and ice levels.

You can even swap regular dairy for oat milk!

They also offer decaf tea options,

so you can craft your perfect cup exactly how you like it.

Yi Mu Ri Milk Tea and Bubble Tea

We ordered two signature drinks:

the Alishan Oolong Milk Tea and the Mugwort Boba Milk Tea!

The Alishan Oolong Milk Tea

delivers a beautiful, floral oolong aroma from the very first sip,

without that heavy, cloying aftertaste typical of many milk teas.

It was incredibly refreshing on a hot afternoon,

and I think even those who usually dislike milk tea would love this clean flavor.

The Mugwort Boba Milk Tea

features a rich, earthy mugwort flavor that is beautifully balanced.

It has a nutty depth that keeps you coming back for more without feeling heavy.

The texture of the boba pearls was the real highlight here.

While Xing Fu Tang offers a softer, stickier, brown-sugar-soaked pearl,

Yi Mu Ri's pearls are firm, dense, and bouncy—resembling the satisfying chew of fresh mochi.

3. A Cool Waiting Area

If you are visiting Taipei after April,

temperatures easily climb past 86°F. It gets hot!

When I visited, it was a sweltering 95°F with high humidity.

Even though Yi Mu Ri is a takeout-only shop,

they have a dedicated indoor waiting area

where you can wait for your order in glorious, ice-cold air conditioning!

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Yi Mu Ri Store Interior

This little touch of comfort makes a world of difference

compared to other street-side stands. It's a lifesaver!

4. Perfect Neighborhood Itinerary

Yi Mu Ri is perfectly situated right in the middle of Yongkang Street.

My highly recommended route: Eat a hearty bowl of beef noodles,

grab a refreshing cup of Yi Mu Ri milk tea,

and enjoy a leisurely walk over to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall!

Have an amazing and delicious trip to Taipei!