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Voice
By Claire Tyrrell
Translated by Ann Lee
55, Lane 223, NanJing E Rd, Sec
3 (just behind The Brass Monkey); (02) 2546-8527
Hours: Mon-Sat 12-2 pm, 5 pm-1 am
MRT: NanJing E Rd
Credit cards accepted. Smoking
allowed.
English & Chinese menu.
www.myspace.com/voicetaipei
In the hectic hub of Taipei city,
Voice owner Nina has created a haven that's comfortable
when you walk in and, by the time you walk out,
you might just know everyone's name. Open for
five years, Voice is a place where patrons, Western
and Taiwanese, fast become regulars in the truly
"at home" sense of the word. And the
head of the household is Nina—keen to chat
and genuinely interested in everyone, newcomers
and old fixtures alike. Adding to the welcome
feel is the great selection of unobtrusive music
(with a rock and classic vibe) and, during good
weather, the charming outside patio.
Budget-wise there is also plenty
of reason to head to Voice. The daily happy hour
runs from 5-11 p.m., with selected imported beers
available two-for-one (NT$160). From 5-8 p.m.,
Stella Artois is a tempting NT$149/99 (big/small),
and Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
bring various beer-promotion girls, complete with
a smile and promotion offers. If you want to try
something different on the cocktail menu, try
the Chocolate Cake (NT$200), which uses Frangelico
Liqueur, or try their own specialty drink—Voice.
Nina says the Voice mix can vary according to
customer, but it tends to be very blue! The blend
also comes with the promise that the more you
drink, the more words flow.
To fend off the hunger pangs,
there is a range of snacks available, although
at lunch time you can also find a selection of
varying Chinese meals (NT$180). Upstairs has more
of a dining area appearance and is also suitable
for private parties.
When this reporter finally dragged herself away
after an enjoyable Friday night, it was with a
definite intention to return, and a vague recollection
of a challenge accepted ... something to do with
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