Restaurants in Taipei
The key addresses in Taipei — verified and regularly updated. Clicking takes you straight to the location page.
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Abrazo Bistro
Located in Taipei's Da'an district, Abrazo Bistro is industrial-chic and serves modern European cuisine with grilled and fried dishes. In addition, there are homemade cocktails and a large selection of wines. During the week, things are relaxed, and on weekends the evening is dominated by a pre-clubbing crowd, often with DJ sets from deep house and K-pop. One floor is for eating, the other for dancing.
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Al Revés
Al Revés is located in the lively Ximen area of Taipei's Wanhua district. The restaurant is run by gay owners and employs only male staff. The menu features Italian cuisine with fresh ingredients, complemented by Taiwanese and international influences: pasta, pizza and creative appetizers. From lunch to dinner, there are lunch and dinner options.
Gay restaurants and queer-friendly cafés in Taipei are most visible around Ximending and the Red House, where the bars are located. In the neighborhood, you sit in the café during the day and eat in the evening, often with a clearly queer crowd, before moving on to the bars. For years, some restaurants on Red House Square have been an integral part of the scene and are a good starting point for the evening.
In addition, you don't have to look far for a table in Taipei where you feel comfortable as a queer guest. The city is open and uncomplicated, and eating out for gay couples is as natural here as in any major European city. The range is huge: from the famous night markets with street food to small food stalls and tea houses to restaurants for special occasions with a view over the city. Taipei is considered one of the most exciting food cities in Asia, and after a long night in Ximending, a late breakfast or a relaxed brunch is also easy to find. Whether you are looking for a permanent trendy restaurant or simply want to eat well and relaxed, the following selection will give you an overview.