*updated 2016/05/06
Address: No.1-2, Sec. 1, Roosevelt Rd, Jhongjheng Dist, Taipei City / 中正區羅斯福路一段1-2號
MRT: Chiang-Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs: 18:30 - 03:00
Fri-Sat: 18:30 - 04:00
Sun: 18:30 - 01:00
Sun: 18:30 - 01:00
A popular nightspot for locals and expats alike, Revolver has some of the cheapest beer prices in Taipei and hosts some of the cities best bands and DJs on a weekly basis.
Formerly a gay dive-bar, the current edition of Revolver was opened in December 2010 and was a welcome addition to Taipei's underground music and live-house scene. Boasting two floors of partying, Revolver caters to many tastes and it's second floor live stage and dance floor plays host to local and international underground acts it is sure not to disappoint. The main bar is on the the ground floor which is often so busy that the crowd spills out onto a busy sidewalk with street-side seating
Revolver's staff are very friendly and uphold the rock'n'roll atmosphere of the bar. The patronage are primarily expats, but it also sees it's fair share of local students and hipsters. Drink prices are, quite possibly, the best in the city with happy hour (weeknights 6:30-9:30pm) pints of Taiwan Beer and selected highballs going for just NT$80. In addition to Regular priced pints of Taiwan Draft are still at a mere NT$120. Since adding local and imported craft beers to it's repertoire, Revolver has become one of the most affordable bars in Taipei to sample some of the best beers in the city. In addition to Taiwan Beer, Revolver now offers an exceptional selection of craft beer, both on draft and in the bottle. Some craft beers are also available for a happy or price of just NT$150 per pint.
Revolver is a excellent bar to drink with friends and to make new ones. What makes Revolver a special is it's affable crowd of regular patrons and a laid back atmosphere that is accommodating and welcoming. Revolver's prices, drink selection and friendliness make it a most-visit bar for both locals and tourists.
For up coming shows and events, check their Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/revolver.taipei
Friendliness: 4 / 5
Ambiance: 5 / 5
Drink Selection: 3 / 3
Value: 3 / 3
Overall Impression: 4 / 4
Formerly a gay dive-bar, the current edition of Revolver was opened in December 2010 and was a welcome addition to Taipei's underground music and live-house scene. Boasting two floors of partying, Revolver caters to many tastes and it's second floor live stage and dance floor plays host to local and international underground acts it is sure not to disappoint. The main bar is on the the ground floor which is often so busy that the crowd spills out onto a busy sidewalk with street-side seating
Revolver's staff are very friendly and uphold the rock'n'roll atmosphere of the bar. The patronage are primarily expats, but it also sees it's fair share of local students and hipsters. Drink prices are, quite possibly, the best in the city with happy hour (weeknights 6:30-9:30pm) pints of Taiwan Beer and selected highballs going for just NT$80. In addition to Regular priced pints of Taiwan Draft are still at a mere NT$120. Since adding local and imported craft beers to it's repertoire, Revolver has become one of the most affordable bars in Taipei to sample some of the best beers in the city. In addition to Taiwan Beer, Revolver now offers an exceptional selection of craft beer, both on draft and in the bottle. Some craft beers are also available for a happy or price of just NT$150 per pint.
For up coming shows and events, check their Facebook page:
Friendliness: 4 / 5
Ambiance: 5 / 5
Drink Selection: 3 / 3
Value: 3 / 3
Overall Impression: 4 / 4
Total: 19 / 20
A Damn Good Drinkery!
