This relaxed gastropub is perfect for nights when all you feel like doing is relax in front of the TV screen, catch a couple games and kick back with some beer. Those interested in mingling with like-minded folks will also have come to the right place. The Brass Monkey Bar Fuxing serves a range of craft beers on tap, alongside typical bar food such as burgers, pizzas and sausage platters. There is also a foosball table and a pool table that upholds the tradition of the quintessential gastropub. Brass Monkey Bar Fuxing hosts a very popular ladies night here, where great happy hour deals can be availed.
For anyone hankering for a taste of the West, On Tap is the perfect remedy. It's a typical English pub, with an enviable selection of beers and spirits, welcoming staff, and an eclectic, entertaining clientele. On Tap's menu includes the finest English fare, from pies to pasties. Sausages and mash is particularly satisfying on one of those wet, damp days when the weather is like England's. When it's warm, the decent-sized patio is a perfect place to enjoy a cold lager. All major sports are shown live, and you can play darts and pool downstairs. -Alice Davis
A vibrant space in the center of Xinyi District, Beer and Cheese Social House welcomes beer lovers and cheese buffs to experience this rather unique medley in a family-friendly space. The swanky lounge is laid across two floors, decked up with cozy booths occupying the first level and group-friendly dining tables on its second. Menu has an impressive selection of craft beers, American comfort eats and an array of gourmet cheeses. So if you are in Taipei and craving for those appetizing melted grilled chilled subs along with chilled local brews, you know where you ought to be heading to.