Taipei Times
Date: Apr 25, 2015
By: Ho Yi  /  Staff reporter

As the name suggests, Whinos, too is the sequel to a culinary hit. A spin-off of

Tequila lemon cream chicken won unanimous approval at our table.
Photo: Ho Yi, Taipei Times

the popular bistro Whinos Bar & Kitchen, Whinos, too boasts exuberant food and wine, and a space that is felicitously ample, incorporating a cozy, hip design. My dinning companions and I were delighted with our visit on a recent Saturday night — although a mishap that occurred at the end of the meal put a slight damper on the visit.

When we arrived early in the evening for our reservation — almost an imperative if you dine there on the weekend — the place was already filled with young diners clinking wine glasses and enjoying hearty food. With subdued lighting, a warm, wood entrance and wrought iron signage, it gives a hip impression to passersby. Inside, vintage furniture blends harmoniously with brick walls painted white and paintings to create a relaxing ambience which is accentuated by jazz music. A finely stocked glass cellar and a cabinet filled with cheeses heralded a delightful evening.     [FULL  STORY]