Jackwell

Taipei


This snuggly little corner of a coffee shop is basically just a tumble of tables looking out onto a back lane next to Guting MRT station. It's remarkably popular because of its excellent coffee and budget prices – a small and very good Americano is just NT$45. Jackwell is well worth a visit.


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