Rating: 4.2 / 5 stars
🤩 : good collection of spirits (especially gins)
🤧 : not quite hitting the spot (subjective)
Tucked away in a quiet street and a short walk from the main retail street of Hualien. As a cocktail bar, Peace Isle offers a fairly wide selection of signature cocktails to choose from. Naturally, classic cocktails are also available for ordering. Based on the seemingly large collection of spirits, I reckon they can prepare your favourite cocktail with the spirits you wish to have.
My party of 4 dropped by on a Sunday evening for a quick drink. We had a signature cocktail each just to get a feel of the bar. Coincidentally, all four cocktails had a profile that was more sour than sweet. As a visitor, I consider the fruity flavours from each cocktail to be a fairly accurate representation of the flavours of Taiwan - but I don’t mean this entirely in a good way. I very much prefer the blend of flavours found in tropical countries - Thai, Singapore, Malaysia, and the likes of triple citruses and dried citrus. Not entire my thing but could be yours. This is highly subjective.
In terms of ambience, the bar is shrouded in a darkness, making it fairly comfortable for cozy get-togethers. The lighting makes it fairly good for photographing the drinks, but not so much for group photos. There aren’t many tables available, as such, it might be a good idea to make a reservation or settle for the bar seats.
Service is fast and attentive. I appreciate how the mixologists work well in pair/team to ensure that the drink order for larger groups can be served in quick succession - some other bars leave it to just one bartender. Hospitality is extended all the way to the restroom, where you will find Aesop hand wash as well as feminine products to address any surprise.
Price per person
$200–400
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Very good service & atmosphere - bartenders happily have conversations with you. If you don’t know what you want, ask for bartender recommendations. Had good cocktails during my time there
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
You cannot miss this cocktail bar. They have great atmosphere and the best cocktail bar in Hualien.
From classic to signature cocktails, and most importantly, they do offer customized cocktails. Just let them know the flavor you like, they will make you a cocktail that fits you the best.
