AJ's wine & bistro
Fazhi, Taipei
Bar in Taipei, Taiwan
Book with PearlThe Read
Cellar-Format Wine Dining
Price
$30–50per person
Why go
AJ's wine & bistro is a wine-first Taipei pick for dates, small celebrations, and late evening plans. Star Wine List recognition gives it credibility for the glass, but the smarter move is to treat it as a wine-led bistro rather than a destination dinner if food specifics matter to your booking decision.
About AJ's wine & bistro
Is AJ's wine & bistro worth considering in Taipei? It is an evening venue with smart casual dress, late hours, and Star Wine List recognition in 2026. It is a Taipei option to evaluate for an evening out.
The Star Wine List 2026 recognition provides more context for AJ's wine & bistro than the name alone, especially for readers comparing evening options.
Choose it for an evening plan with late-hour flexibility
AJ's wine & bistro is open from 6 PM to 12:30 AM from Sunday through Thursday, and from 6 PM to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it relevant for dinner-hour and after-dinner planning in Taipei, but it is not a lunch option.
If the night needs another evening comparison, consider Alchemy and the broader picks in the Taipei bars guide. If the plan is dinner first and another stop second, use the Taipei restaurants guide to build the meal around a clearer food brief, then consider AJ's wine & bistro as a later evening option. For a bigger trip plan, the Taipei hotels guide, the Taipei wineries guide, and the Taipei experiences guide can help shape the rest of the itinerary.
The value question depends on unavailable details
No reliable price range is available, so value should be judged directly before committing to a full evening.
AJ's wine & bistro is a Taipei venue with late hours and Star Wine List 2026 recognition. Consider it for a smart casual evening when those details fit the plan, and compare it with other Taipei options if you need a more specific brief.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 6 PM–12:30 AM · Tuesday: 6 PM–12:30 AM
- Location
- 106, Taiwan, Taipei City, Da’an District, Lane 171, Tonghua St, 33號1樓
- Website
- facebook.com/ajwine9
- Phone
- +886 2 2732 1189
The take
The Take
The Vibe
AJ's wine & bistro occupies a narrow lane off Tonghua Street and leans into a cellar-first aesthetic that feels purposeful rather than theatrical. Low ceilings, dropped lighting and materials that read like stone and aged wood create intimate pockets of seating, so the room reads closer to a European cave à manger than to a bright, turn-focused restaurant. The result is a quietly sophisticated neighbourhood spot: understated on the outside, deliberately arranged inside, and oriented toward repeat visitors who appreciate slow, wine-forward evenings in a low-lit, private-feeling setting.
Best For
This is a neighbourhood wine bistro built for evening rituals: after-work pours, intimate date nights and solo visits where the pace is unhurried. The cellar-inspired concept and focus steer the experience toward dinner and late-evening drinking. Regulars prize the subdued lighting and pockets of privacy, so it works well for couples seeking a romantic table and for individuals who want a quieter bar to explore a focused wine list. It’s less about noisy crowds and more about deliberate sipping and conversation.
Ordering Tips
AJ's emphasizes the cellar, with a focused program and staff guidance through the wine list. Expect a focused, thoughtfully chosen selection and a service style that privileges recommendations and pacing; ask for bottle or glass suggestions that suit the tempo of an unhurried evening. Given the intimate layout and neighbourhood orientation, plan for a slower meal rhythm and rely on the team to match wines to your preferences.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, homely, and intimate atmosphere with dim lighting that feels like visiting a good friend's place; cozy yet sophisticated without trying too hard.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Jazz
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 106, Taiwan, Taipei City, Da’an District, Lane 171, Tonghua St, 33號1樓
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 6 PM–12:30 AM
- Tuesday
- 6 PM–12:30 AM
- Wednesday
- 6 PM–12:30 AM
- Thursday
- 6 PM–12:30 AM
- Friday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 6 PM–12:30 AM
Location
106, Taiwan, Taipei City, Da’an District, Lane 171, Tonghua St, 33號1樓 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- R&D Cocktail Lab, Notable alternative
- Kashoku, Notable alternative
- Room by Le Kief, Notable alternative
- The Public House, Notable alternative
- Alchemy, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Taipei
AJ's wine & bistro is the pick when the night should feel wine-led, conversational, and flexible. R&D Cocktail Lab and Room by Le Kief make more sense for guests who want a cocktail program to be the main event, while AJ's is better suited to couples or small groups who want to settle into a bottle without making the format the show.
For value per round, start with AJ's if the group drinks wine and wants an easier, lower-friction evening. The Public House is the more casual cross-shop for a simpler bar mood, while Kashoku is better if the priority is a more specific bar identity. Alchemy is the better choice when atmosphere and cocktails matter more than wine-list depth.
A plan at AJ's should not require heavy advance strategy. If the occasion needs a higher-impact cocktail room, choose Room by Le Kief or Alchemy. If the goal is an easy Taipei date with credible wine and less pressure, AJ's is the safer call.
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Compare AJ's wine & bistro
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| AJ's wine & bistro | Taipei | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| R&D Cocktail Lab | Taipei | No published awards |
| Kashoku | Taipei | No published awards |
| Room by Le Kief | Taipei | 2021 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #192020 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #272020 World's 50 Best Bars · #46 |
| The Public House | Taipei | 2026 Asia's 50 Best Bars 51-100 · #922025 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #40Top 500 Bars 2025 · #367Tatler Best Bars Asia-Pacific 20252024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #442023 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #43 |
| Alchemy | Taipei | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AJ's wine & bistro good for a date?
It may suit an evening date if you are looking for a smart casual Taipei venue with late hours and Star Wine List 2026 recognition.
Do I need a reservation at AJ's wine & bistro?
Reservation requirements are not available. If you are planning around peak evening hours, especially Friday or Saturday when the venue is open until 1 AM, it is sensible to check directly before going.
Is AJ's wine & bistro open late?
Yes. AJ's wine & bistro is open from 6 PM to 12:30 AM Sunday through Thursday, and from 6 PM to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
What's the crowd like at AJ's wine & bistro?
Details on the crowd are not available. It has a smart casual dress code, a late evening schedule, and Star Wine List 2026 recognition. For comparison, you might also look at R&D Cocktail Lab or Room by Le Kief.
Is the food good at AJ's wine & bistro?
Food quality, cuisine, dishes, and menu format are not available. If you want a food-led comparison, Kashoku or The Public House may be useful reference points; AJ's wine & bistro offers its Taipei location, evening hours, smart casual dress code, and Star Wine List 2026 recognition.
