Driftwood
Bars

Taihu Ales with a Beach Vibe at Driftwood

Driftwood was the first Taihu bar I experienced in Taipei. Located in the Ximending area, it’s adjoined onto the very cool Papa Whale hotel, and it seems that a lot of that coolness has drifted […]

Hanko 60
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Movie Themed Cocktails at Hanko 60

Ximending is cinema capital of Taipei. One of the coolest cinemas in the area is Hanko 60. Showing only Bruce Lee movies, Hanko 60 is… Ok. You got me. It’s not really a cinema. Hanko […]

Texas Roadhouse Steak
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Juicy Steaks at Texas Roadhouse

Out of all the American restaurant chains in Taipei, Texas Roadhouse was one I’d yet to experience. Having been fortunate to have worked in Texas for while, I can safely say that the steaks there […]

Range Bistrokaya
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Contemporary Izakaya at Range Bistrokaya

Range Bistrokaya, as the name suggests, is a cross between and bistro and izakaya restaurant, serving cocktails and small plates of food. Situated close to the Taipei City Hall, the establishment is cosy and nicely […]

Twinkeyz Tacos
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Mexican Goodness at Twinkeyz Tacos

Twinkeyz Tacos is a small Mexican restaurant that serves tacos along with other popular Mexican dishes. Most of their tacos are soft-shell, with many authentic Mexican flavours such as Chipotle, Guacamole and various pulled meat […]

Triangle Taipei
Culture

Live Music and Cocktails at Triangle

Situated within the Expo Park in Maji Square, Triangle is a hip club that also doubles as a music venue. Attracting a mix of both expats and locals, it offers a range of musical styles, […]

Herban
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Hip Vegetarian Food at Herban Kitchen & Bar

Herban Kitchen & Bar is a restaurant tucked away down an alley in the popular Dunhua area of Taipei, but it’s certainly worth seeking out. Serving only vegetarian dishes, using only well-sourced and organic food, […]

Revolver Taipei
Culture

Cheap Drinks and Live Bands at Revolver

If you happen to walk past Revolver during the day when it’s closed, it certainly doesn’t look anything special – but at night it comes alive. Located just across the road from the Chiang Kai-Shek […]