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FYI SOUTH MAGAZINE March 2003

AD B1, 52, GungYuan Rd., Tainan City (06) 220-9997 Hours: 10pm-5am

AD: Tainan's Hip New Nightspot 
By Magen Lin
Translated by Richard Lu

Making your way down into this basement disco pub, probably the first thing you'll notice is a gigantic, bold, and somewhat bizarre picture hanging over the DJ's booth. Continuing on inside, you¡¦ll find three sections--a bar, a common area, and the partially-enclosed lounge area. If you come with friends, the lounge area may be your best bet; if alone, you¡¦ll find yourself drawn to the bar.

Inside AD, you can feel the harmony of luxury and laziness, with falling drapes and stage-like extravagance. Unhesitatingly trendy, AD's fiery-red color scheme is more than just a theme, it also reflects the excitement this place brings to its customers. The spacious and stress-free environment brings an ambience of freedom and comfort.

The owner, A-Da, is a quiet man with an exceptional sense for music, and years of experience as a DJ. Through AD, A-Da wants to give Tainan's night owls something special. There's no limit on the type of music played in the house: R&B, hip-hop, lounge, jazz, Latin, funk, and disco can all be heard here. Customers can make requests, and in addition to professional DJs, live bands perform here every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. What's more, every night is "foreigners' night"--there¡¦s no charge at the door for foreigners who show their passports.

Beers cost NT$120 to NT$150. Food-wise, the Roast Pork Knuckle (NT$280) comes recommended. After a hard day at the office, AD is the place for you to unwind under the stimuli of music and alcohol.