Bar Thirteen
1944 West Division St.,
Chicago, IL
Phone: (773) 394- 1313

The Vibe: A Wicker Park locals' bar that recently enjoyed a major makeover. Hipsters and wannabes descend here en masse.

When to go: Sundays, when top DJ Jesse de la Pena spins

What to order: Tabasco wings and pints of Kirin on tap.

Bin 36
339 North Dearborn St.,
Chicago, IL
Phone: (312) 755-9463

The Vibe: Smart, upscale wine bar housed in a hangar-size warehouse with helpful, never snobby staff.

When to go: Anytime

What to order: A flight of Rhone Reds or Sauvignon blancs.

Spotted: John Leguizamo.

California Clipper
1002 North California
Chicago, IL
Phone: (773) 384 -2547

The Vibe: A former Prohibition-era bar that has been faithfully restored to look as it did in its 1940's heyday with original red vinyl booths and wood bar.

When to go: Thursdays through Sundays, to catch live jazz, rocking-ability, country or folk bands.

Kustom
1997 North Clybourn Ave.
Chicago, IL
Phone: (773)528-3400

The Vibe: A cavern Lincoln Park dance club cum fun house that pumps out high-energy dance music for its "too sexy for their shirts" crowd.

When to go: Fridays are hot.

What to order: The Bacardi R & R, made with rum, Red Bull and fruit juices. A real boost!

Spotted: Jude Law, 'N Sync.

The Vibe: A hotel bar on the Magnificent Mile that lures a well-heeled after-work crowd to its warm, cozy lounge.

What to order: The strawberry-topped Peninsula martini and sushi and sashimi plate or one of the many ports.

The Whiskey Blue
172 West Adams
Chicago, IL
Phone: (312) 782-4933

The Vibe: A clandestine, chic, nook in the Loop's W City Center Hotel that's across from the lobby cafe (for quick dining) and the Plateau, a balcony bar (for scanning). Check out the happening singles scene.

What to order: The Magnificent Mile gin martini. Fun candy cigarettes are available in the hotel gift shop.

Spotted: Alicia Keys, Billy Corgan.