BAKKU 2 and 1 /2 (04) 2227-5585 12, Lane 131, SanMin Road, section 3 Hours:12 pm-12 am (Meals are not available after 10 pm) (Closed first, third Tuesdays of the month)

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--By Cai Pei Rong, translated by Cara Steenstra

A continuance of the first Bakku's nostalgic vintage style, the second Bakku branch, situated down a little lane, has an added mystery to it with a bit of a lounge bar feeling. The owner is involved in the art field and enjoys collecting furniture from all over the world for refurbishing, adding his own touches to the pieces. Consulting vintage interior decoration magazines, he has managed to entirely recreate a '70s feel for the restaurant. There are many individual VIP areas on the first floor for privacy. The second floor has a great mix of space-age chairs, antique TV sets, decadent beaded curtains and much more. Menu wise, there is a great choice of salads, main courses, snacks, pizzas, sandwiches and much more. The set meal comes with salad, coffee, iced tea or fruit juice; for an extra NT$80 you can upgrade to a full menu with a choice of drinks and a dessert. The Italian Style Roast Chicken Half (NT$280) is steamed, then roasted and comes with a sauce made from maple syrup and Italian spices. The German Sausage Pizza (NT$120) is made with a Mexican tortilla base, covered with onions, German sausages, mushrooms, tomatoes and shredded cheese for a tasty, economical treat loved by many students. The Banana Roll (NT$90) is deep fried with a soft center of sweet banana inside, sprinkled with cinnamon powder for a creative dessert.