Qigu Seafood Street Introduction
A great place to try local delicacies, Chiayi's Qigu Seafood Street is located along County Road 176 in Qigu, lined with restaurants boasting seafood signs, forming the area's famous "Seafood Street." Visitors can taste local specialties such as fresh milkfish, saltwater tilapia, clams, fresh shrimp, fresh oysters, and various types of fish products. The restaurants offer affordable prices, making them popular and crowded on weekends. The Qigu area is primarily known for its aquaculture, with the most famous seafood being saltwater tilapia, milkfish, and fresh oysters, collectively termed the "three treasures of Qigu." If you visit here, it’s a must to try various milkfish dishes or enjoy a bowl of oyster vermicelli. The pioneer of seafood restaurants on Seafood Street is "Angko Seafood Restaurant," which spurred the trend of seafood eateries in the Qigu area, peaking at more than twenty restaurants at one point. The dishes and prices on Seafood Street are generally aimed at the public, attracting a steady flow of visitors on holidays. For those who want to taste more refined seafood dishes, heading towards Yanshan, you'll find "Dragon Gate Inn," which features Chinese decor and upstairs seating with a great view of Qigu's scenery. The dishes are quite creative and well-presented, using fresh ingredients while remaining budget-friendly, making it worth a visit. Local milkfish dishes are also popular, with the well-known "Foreign An Milkfish" specialty store that not only offers exclusive cooking secrets but also raises and sells its own milkfish. Additionally, it provides free fishing spots for visitors.
