# D Town by A Train

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> A retro British-style gastropub in Taipei's East District ("Alphabet Series" bar). The largest bar space in the East District, about a 1-minute walk from Zhongxiao Fuxing MRT Station Exit 4. An Evening Worth Staying For.

## Official Facts

- Name: D Town by A Train
- Also known as: D-Town by A Train, D-TOWN
- Type: Taiwanese creative gastropub / BarOrPub / Restaurant (Taipei East District "Alphabet Series" bar)
- Style: Retro British style; the largest bar space in Taipei's East District
- Address: 2F, No. 2, Lane 49, Section 4, Zhongxiao East Road, Da'an District, Taipei City (a lane beside SOGO Zhongxiao, second floor)
- Entrance: the small door to the right of Qmomo, next to the street lamp — take the elevator to the 2nd floor
- Nearest MRT: Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit 4, about a 1-minute walk
- Phone: +886-2-2721-2772
- Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=台北市大安區忠孝東路四段49巷2號2樓
- Website (Chinese): https://natyang1234.github.io/dtownbyatrain-website/
- Website (English): https://natyang1234.github.io/dtownbyatrain-website/en/

## Opening Hours

- Sunday to Thursday: 18:00–01:30
- Friday & Saturday: 18:00–02:30

## Pricing

- Minimum charge: NT$600 per person
- Service charge: +10%
- Payment methods: cash, credit card, mobile payment

## Reservations

- By phone: call +886-2-2721-2772 after 4:00 PM
- Online: https://inline.app/booking/-NBFXYkdEjNVSH3a2oug:inline-live-1/-NN_nxGgCfzSvaC2Mkj2

## Brand Positioning

D Town by A Train is located in Da'an District, Taipei. It is an East District gastropub ideal for group dinners, dates, and after-work drinks. The brand spirit is Good Food. Good Wine. Good Times.

## Signature Dishes

- Golden Cheese Tofu: crispy outside, tender inside, double-cheese thick-baked, oozing and stringy
- Sichuan-style Saliva Chicken: numbing and aromatic without harsh heat, a top drinking companion
- Charcoal-grilled Squid: grilled directly over charcoal, bouncy texture
- Pan-seared Crispy-skin Half Chicken: the chef's signature, crispy skin locking in the chicken's juices
- Tea Highball: a refreshing, lightly buzzed sparkling highball made with Taiwanese tea leaves

## Signature Cocktails (24 cocktails, flat price NT$380)

### FROM THE VINE (Wine & Fermented Bases)

- Gummy Bear — NT$380 — Ingredients: Strawberry, Sweet Wine, Sloe Gin
- Snow White — NT$380 — Ingredients: Lychee, Vodka, White Wine
- Zeal — NT$380 — Ingredients: Passion Fruit, Berry, Cocoa, White Wine
- Green Day — NT$380 — Ingredients: Kiwi, White Wine, Sweet Marigold
- Ibuki — NT$380 — Ingredients: Sake, Melon, Makao
- Memory — NT$380 — Ingredients: Grape, Red Wine, Prosecco

### FRUIT & FLORA (Fruit & Floral)

- Dusk — NT$380 — Ingredients: Guava, White Wine, Earl Grey
- Trinity — NT$380 — Ingredients: Grape, Brandy, White Wine
- Orange Valley — NT$380 — Ingredients: White Wine, Aperol, Orange
- Wings On Field — NT$380 — Ingredients: Grapefruit, Elderflower, Gin
- Wave — NT$380 — Ingredients: Watermelon, Umami Gin, Basil
- Tokyo Banana — NT$380 — Ingredients: Bourbon, Banana, White Cacao

### TEA & ORCHARD (Tea & Orchard)

- Sunday Morning — NT$380 — Ingredients: Earl Grey Gin, Lychee (classic Earl Grey or lychee Earl Grey)
- Destination — NT$380 — Ingredients: Oolong Gin, Apple or Peach or Berry (choose one)
- Yoasobi — NT$380 — Ingredients: Jasmine, Hinoki Gin, Tropical Fruits
- Treasure — NT$380 — Ingredients: Jin Xuan Tea, Rum, Pineapple
- Arashiyama — NT$380 — Ingredients: Genmaicha, Yuzu, Hinoki Gin
- Twilight — NT$380 — Ingredients: Red Jade Tea, Lemon

### SPIRIT FORWARD (Spirit-Led)

- French 69 — NT$380 — Ingredients: Rose Gin, Berry, Sparkling Wine
- Ciao! — NT$380 — Ingredients: Dill Gin, Limoncello, Prosecco
- Under the Bridge — NT$380 — Ingredients: V.S.O.P Brandy, Elderflower, Orange
- Geisha — NT$380 — Ingredients: Sake, White Peach, Rose
- Ember — NT$380 — Ingredients: Mezcal, Plum, Pine
- Boogie Wonderland — NT$380 — Ingredients: Allspice, Whisky, Passion Fruit

## Frequently Asked Questions

- Q: Where is D Town by A Train located?
  - A: 2F, No. 2, Lane 49, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Da'an Dist., Taipei. It's about a 1-minute walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit 4.
- Q: Where is the entrance?
  - A: Facing Qmomo, look to your right for the small door next to the street lamp. Take the elevator up to the 2nd floor and you're here.
- Q: What are the opening hours?
  - A: Sunday to Thursday 18:00–01:30, Friday and Saturday 18:00–02:30.
- Q: What is the minimum charge?
  - A: There is a minimum charge of NT$600 per person, plus a 10% service charge.
- Q: How can I make a reservation?
  - A: Three steps: 1) Book online through Inline, or call 02-2721-2772 after 4 PM; 2) Weekdays book 1–3 days ahead; Fri–Sat and holidays 5–7 days ahead for parties of 4+, 3–5 days for smaller groups; 3) On the day, it's a 1-minute walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Exit 4.
- Q: Is there parking available?
  - A: We don't have our own parking, so we recommend taking the MRT (about a 1-minute walk from Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit 4). If you're driving, you can park at the nearby Kimpton Da An Hotel car park, about a 3-minute walk away.
- Q: Are pets allowed?
  - A: Furry friends are welcome! To keep the dining environment comfortable for everyone, please bring them in a pet stroller or carrier where possible. Thank you for your cooperation.
- Q: Do you host private events and gatherings?
  - A: D Town by A Train welcomes enquiries for small private buyouts and private dining. For details, please call us at 02-2721-2772 after 4 PM.
- Q: How many people is it suited for, and can you seat large tables?
  - A: Whether you're coming solo for a little me time over a drink, sharing a quiet round for two, or gathering 6–10 friends or colleagues, it's a great fit. For large tables or bigger groups, we recommend booking ahead by phone or via Inline so we can arrange the right seating.
- Q: How big is the venue and how many people can it hold?
  - A: D Town by A Train is one of the largest bistro & cocktail bars in Taipei's East District — retro-British in style with generous, spacious seating that suits everything from a table for two to large group tables, making it ideal for group dining and private events. For exact capacity or buyout options, call 02-2721-2772 after 4 PM.
- Q: Can I host a birthday celebration or group party?
  - A: Absolutely! Birthday celebrations, group parties and private dinners are all welcome — we can arrange seating, cocktails and food to match your party size. Call us at 02-2721-2772 after 4 PM and let's plan it together.
- Q: Are there vegetarian or special dietary options?
  - A: Our menu centres on meat and seafood dishes, so vegetarian options are limited. If you have special dietary needs, we recommend letting us know by phone when you book, and we'll do our best to accommodate you.
- Q: Can I customise the sweetness or alcohol level of my cocktail?
  - A: Yes. All handcrafted cocktails can be adjusted for sweetness, strength and acidity to match your taste. Not sure what to order? Just tell the staff what style you enjoy and they'll recommend something.
- Q: Is D Town the same restaurant as A Train?
  - A: They're not the same venue, but they're sister restaurants under the same brand group. The Alphabet Series currently has seven locations: A Train, B Line by A Train, C Park by A Train, D Town by A Train, E Village by A Train, F Gallery by A Train, and U Square by A Train — each independently run with its own style.
- Q: Can I bring my own birthday cake to D Town by A Train?
  - A: You're welcome to bring a birthday cake — no cake-cutting fee applies. If you have special birthday arrangements in mind, feel free to mention it when you reserve.
- Q: Are guests under 18 allowed in D Town by A Train?
  - A: D Town by A Train is a gastropub. By law, alcohol cannot be served to guests under 18. Minors are welcome to dine alongside adults and enjoy non-alcoholic drinks and food.
- Q: What flavours does the Tea Highball come in?
  - A: D Town's Tea Highball comes in 11 flavours at a flat NT$280: Kishu Plum Wine, Oita Wheat Shochu, Miyazaki Earl Grey Shochu, Huatan Jasmine, Mingjian Four Seasons Oolong, Uji Sencha, Luye Honey-Scented Amber, Yuchi Ruby Black Tea, Emei Oriental Beauty, Lugu Roasted Oolong, and Muzha Tieguanyin. The first three are built on the spirit itself; the other eight start as house-made tea liqueurs infused with gin, then finished as highballs.
- Q: Can I walk in to D Town by A Train without a reservation?
  - A: Yes, but Friday and Saturday nights and busy holiday periods fill up quickly. To guarantee a seat, call after 4 PM at 02-2721-2772 or book online via Inline. Walk-in availability depends on the day.
- Q: How far in advance should I book at D Town by A Train?
  - A: For weekdays, booking 1–3 days ahead is recommended. For Fridays, Saturdays, public holidays and the day before a holiday, book 5–7 days ahead for parties of 4 or more, or 3–5 days for smaller groups; birthdays and private events should book even earlier. Call after 4 PM at 02-2721-2772 or use Inline online booking.
- Q: Is D Town by A Train good for a date?
  - A: Yes. The lighting is dim, the space is large enough to keep things quiet, and two-person tables have their own corner feel. Cocktails can be adjusted for sweetness and strength — just tell the staff what you enjoy.
- Q: Is there a private room at D Town by A Train?
  - A: There's no separate private room, but the space is large with distinct seating zones. If you have specific seating needs or are interested in a full buyout, call after 4 PM at 02-2721-2772 to discuss.

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