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La Mole Taipei
No. 12, Lane 151, Section 2, Jianguo N Rd, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 10491
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About La Mole Taipei
If you’re the kind of person who gets excited about cozy Italian spots tucked into lively city neighborhoods, let me introduce you to La Mole Taipei, an Italian restaurant that feels both comfortably familiar and refreshingly distinctive. Located at No. 12, Lane 151, Section 2, Jianguo North Road in Zhongshan District, La Mole Taipei sits in a part of the city that’s easy to reach yet pleasantly removed from the rush, which already sets the tone before you even step inside. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming, with that warm Italian vibe that encourages you to slow down, talk more, and enjoy your food instead of rushing through it. La Mole Taipei is the kind of place where you can casually drop in for a laid-back lunch, plan a lingering dinner with friends, or even just stop by for a drink and a few small plates. Speaking of options, the service flexibility here is a big plus, since you can choose outdoor seating on nice days, dine in for the full experience, grab takeaway when you’re short on time, or even opt for delivery if staying in feels more appealing. The drink selection adds another layer to the experience, featuring alcohol, beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, and coffee, which makes the restaurant suitable for everything from afternoon catch-ups to evening hangouts. What really stands out to me is how La Mole Taipei balances an easygoing, conversational atmosphere with a menu and service style that still feels thoughtful and well put together. It doesn’t try too hard to impress, yet it naturally leaves a strong impression, especially if you appreciate Italian dining that feels approachable rather than overly formal. For anyone exploring Italian restaurants in Taipei and looking for a place that blends comfort, flexibility, and a relaxed social vibe, La Mole Taipei fits right into that sweet spot.
Where this information comes from
Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid street parking
Opening hours
- Monday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM ,06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM ,06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday Closed
Location
No. 12, Lane 151, Section 2, Jianguo N Rd, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 10491
Diner notes
5 out of 5
By pure chance, I stumbled upon this restaurant that got some good reviews from Italians. It was indeed excellent according to my European heart. The dishes were copious, unpretentious, generous and well balanced. It’s the type of restaurant that isn’t trying too hard in both its presentation and service. (We went there on September 13 at 20:15, two persons) I usually dont write about it but the service was impeccable. Unlike some high end restaurants where the service is overbearing, constantly next to you, or overexplaining everything, our waiter and his colleagues were both present and discreet. Only there when we needed them or when they saw that we were finished. Just the perfect balance where you can appreciate they notice you without being noticed if that makes sense. Also, no bullshit talk, just polite and honest, which is highly appreciated. The food was amazing and authentic, the lamb was really copious, the Piedmont Tomini cheese was to die for, gnocchi were fluffy. Let’s not forget the menu du jour with many other dishes not in the general menu, from which we took the fresh figs and prosciutto. Excellent and unpretentious, like it was made at an Italian home but with high end ingredient and care. Seriously you can just go there and enjoy it and relax without needing to be uptight for the occasion. Highly recommended.
5 out of 5
An authentic Italian restaurant with a chill, welcoming atmosphere and a menu full of delightful, “secret” food and drinks that keep customers coming back. Big thumbs up for the passionate and attentive staff — they truly make the experience special
4 out of 5
A local Italian YT recommended this authentic Italian restaurant. The waiters are knowledgeable of the daily specials and the menu. The Italian wine recommended was adequate for what we wanted. Attentive and quick service. The dishes are flavourful and small on the portion as this is not a family style Italian restaurant. Risotto was full of flavour and gnocchi was heavenly light with a heavy white sauce. Desserts are tasty and proper.
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