Must-see nightlife in Northern Taiwan

  • Hytte Cafe

    Sandiaoling

    Born from the vestiges of a derelict mining cottage, this delightfully hip hangout should be a mandatory stop before or after tackling the Sandiaoling…

  • Well Teahouse

    Northern Taiwan

    This delightfully antique Hakka home has stood here for well over a century, and makes for an atmospheric setting to sample the local staple of léi chá …

  • Jiufen Teahouse

    Northern Taiwan

    Step back in time at this century-old wooden tea house full of antique furnishings and cosy nooks to hunker down in. The tea selection includes aged pu…

  • Shu-ku Tea Store

    Northern Taiwan

    This creaking two-storey teahouse from the Japanese era has the look and feel of a frontier gambling den. Inside you can almost picture the miners…

  • Drifters Pizza Pub

    Northern Taiwan

    Duck in to this lively joint behind Wai'ao Beach for craft beer, cocktails and hand-tossed Italian-style pizza. Live music every Saturday and holidays. In…

  • Zhangmen Craft Brewery

    Northern Taiwan

    A relaxed, convivial craft beer bar with sophisticated bar snacks and an outdoor patio. Zhangmen's clientele is a mix of tech-industry types and Japanese…

  • Bar Fly

    Northern Taiwan

    A good place to sink cheap beers, shooters and party pitchers, this rowdy dive has English-speaking staff and a host of games including foosball, pool and…