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1. New on the scene

By Lisa Arnett - July 19, 2007

The scoop on the city's newest nightlife destinations

2. New Chicago bars and clubs

Take a look inside the newest nightspots

3. Group party rooms

These new bars are ready to host your holiday shindig

4. Old Town Social

The neighborhood's fancy-but-not-flashy hotspot.

5. VLive

This live music venue and nightclub resides above Fuego in Logan Square.

6. LaSalle Power Co.

Keep a close eye on your crew -- it's easy to get lost in this enormous tri-level River North rock bar and music venue from the Eat Well Drink Better group.

7. Photo tour: Old Town Social

Scope out the scene at this antique-chic bar

8. Chicago New Year's Eve Guide

Your ultimate where-to-party guide to ring in '10

9. Cuvee

River North club and ultra-lounge specializing in champagne cocktails

10. Social Twenty-Five

The owners of Moda have paired with the team behind John Barleycorn to relaunch the space as sports den Social Twenty-Five.

11. 'Hood hangs

By Lisa Arnett - October 28, 2009

Three low-key bars vie for your attention

12. Secrets Nightclub

13. Bull & Bear

The guys from hot spot Stone Lotus are behind this stock market-themed sports bar in River North.

14. 6 Corners Sports Bar

Sports bar named for Wicker Park's famed six-corner intersection

15. Enoteca Roma Ristorante

Intimate Wicker Park wine bar and Italian eatery featuring choices like Roman-style pizza, panini and bruschetta

16. NYC Beard and Moustache Contest

Who is the fairest and hairiest of them all?

17. Hugo's Frog Bar

Hugo's menu changes daily and features day boat seafood and shellfish. The same prime steaks featured at Gibsons are also available here, including the W.R. Chicago cut and the porterhouse. The desserts are gigantic, so plan on sharing.

18. Liar's Club

If you're in the mood for drinkin' and dancin' in a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere, this is your place. Live DJs and drink specials appear nightly.

19. Dream

The owners of now-closed Stardust in west suburban Downers Grove are bringing their concept to the Krem address in Lincoln Park.

20. Big Star

The owners of Danny's Tavern and other prolific local spots are behind this alfresco-focused bar in the former Pontiac address.

21. New Line Tavern

West Loop bar and grill from the owners of Daily Bar & Grill

22. The Club

23. Photos: Metromix Halloween Sucks Party

24. Vain Nightclub & Lounge

This 7,000-square-foot club features a first floor lounge, a second floor for dancing and a third VIP level overlooking the dance floor.

25. The Bad Apple

Neighborhood burger and beer bar from the former owners of Menagerie and Cooper's