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FYI SOUTH Magazine, March 2004.

BOURGEOIS AND BOHEMIAN IS CHIC AND CLASSY By Pieter Vorster Translated by Annie Liu

     BoBos is the commonly used name for a new lounge bar not far from the Love River, within walking distance of that Kaohsiung landmark, the Pig & Whistle. The club's full name is Bourgeois & Bohemian Attitude Lounge, and the owners have spared no effort or expense to make their establishment stand out.

BoBos sports a stylish and comfortable lounge arrangement, a well-stocked bar and a substantial dancefloor. Patrons can enjoy relative privacy in booths while things are in full swing in the "public" part of the club. There are fine wines on offer, along with beers (NT$150), cocktails (from NT$200) and shooters (NT$200). The kitchen serves basic foods and snacks as accompaniment to the "cigars and champagne" atmosphere that BoBos exudes.

    During the week, when entry costs NT$250, BoBos attracts a young, professional crowd. Come weekends, their doors open for those seeking chic excitement and fashionable fun. The weekend entrance fee of NT$350 includes two drinks at the bar. In the three months that they have been open, BoBos have built up quite a following. There are regular party nights and you would be well advised to make reservations, even though they can only keep a table for 30 minutes.

BoBos is not the cheapest night out in town, but it's well worth the expense. For further information or reservations, contact BoBos at the number below. English speakers should ask for Jones, the manager.