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FYI SOUTH Magazine, July 2005.

8818 Grill   182, JianKang Rd, Tainan (06) 214-8819 Hours: 11 am-10 pm, 7 days a week

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By Matt Gibson & Guy Abouttown & Rebekah Godfrey & Patricia Pickard Translated by Annie Liu

This local favorite has been pleasing foreigners and residents alike for fourteen years running and for good reason. An elegant, naturally-lit gold and brown decor compliment an upscale western menu to make for an all-round enjoyable dining experience. Pizzas are the specialty at 8818 with 11 varieties to choose from. To foreigners, the staff usually recommend the Spicy Mexican Pizza (NT$290 for a 9 inch or NT$470 for a 13 inch) and to locals they suggest the Hawaiian (NT$290/NT$470). These are far from the most exotic pizzas on the menu though. They also serve a Squid and Tomato Pizza (NT$320/NT$520) and a Tuna Pizza (NT$320/NT$520), but this writer enthusiastically endorses the Seafood Pizza (NT$340/NT$540) which features a delectable array of seafood including: shrimp, crab, squid, and clam. The menu also features several other classy dishes ranging from Filet Mignon (NT$680) to Grilled Lobster with Cheese (NT$660) to Lamb Chops (NT$480). Wine is served NT$300 for a 375ml mini carafe, or NT$600 for 750ml. 8818 will revamp their menu this summer so all prices are subject to change.