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Openings: Zen Compound

By

Ken Scrudato

imageWhat’s that we hear? Can it be? The pitter-patter of tiny backlashes? Your author certainly cannot even recall (though alcohol abuse may be partly to blame) a nightlife press release so vigorously decrying exclusivity as the one promoting San Francisco’s grandiose new “temple” of nighttime debauchery as Zen Compound. Based around his Temple nightclub and branding the entire space a “VIP room” (you’re all special!), DJ-owner Paul Hemming’s ZC is striving to merge Occidental decadence and Eastern consciousness into one chic, gloriously groovy and uplifting experience.

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Blueprint: Red Egg Restaurant

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Chris Mohney

Blueprint: Red Egg Restaurant Though still tussling with their landlord over a long-delayed opening, Chinatown's upcoming Red Egg restaurant promises to be a chic little dim sum haven. Created by Openshop|Studio (partners Mark Kroeckel and Adam Hayes), the space is very mod and organic in looks. The designers aim for "subtle and clean with mood shifting from relaxing and quiet to energized and active." See a few pics and plans in our gallery.

New Miami Guide Additions: Level 25, David’s Cafe II

By

Chris Mohney

imageIn Miami, check our new listings for existing venues like Level 25 (hot rooftop bar atop the Conrad hotel) and David's Cafe II (celeb haunt for cheap Cuban fare in South Beach). For full Miami listings, see our nightlife guide and restaurant guide.

New LA Guide Additions: The Oinkster, Fraiche

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Chris Mohney

imageIn Los Angeles, see new listings for existing venues like the Oinkster (among the best burgers in town) and Fraiche (an institution of French-Italian fusion perfection). For full LA listings, see our restaurant guide.

New Chicago Guide Additions: Schwa, Su Van’s

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Chris Mohney

imageIn Chicago, check out new restaurant listings for Schwa (impossibly popular New American in a drab hole-in-the-wall) and Su Van's (chill neighborhood coffeeshop counter to the Starbucks revolution). For full Chicago listings, see our restaurant guide.

Kobe Club Miami: Blades & Beef

By

Victor Ozols

Kobe Club Miami: Blades & Beef The final evening of a sorely-needed spring break called for a splurge at an obscenely expensive restaurant. Seeking fancy steak and a sophisticated crowd, we whetted our appetites in the hotel room with Campari and soda and made our way to Kobe Club Miami, entering the dimly-lit black-and-gold dining room for a taste of the rich life. The somber atmosphere was enlivened somewhat by the image of dancing flames on a widescreen display and the glint of light from 2,000 shiny Japanese katanas hanging threateningly from the ceiling -- a less-than-subtle metaphor for the seared flesh that awaited us.

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New Chicago Guide Additions: Kite Mandarin & Sushi, Stubb’s Cafe

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Chris Mohney

imageIn Chicago, check out new listings for existing restaurants like Kite Mandarin and Sushi (surprisingly great Chinese/Japanese in a weird atmosphere) and Stubbs Café (vintage coffee house with Starbucksian in-joke). For full listings, see our Chicago restaurant guide.

New NYC Guide Additions: Esca, Alta

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Chris Mohney

imageIn New York, check out new guide listings for existing venues like Esca (Mario Batali's seafood shaque) and Alta (sexy tapas in the Village). For full listings, see our New York restaurant guide.

New LA Restaurants: Delancey, Father’s Office

By

Chris Mohney

imageIn Los Angeles, check out new restaurant listings for Delancey (East Coast Italian vibe in Hollywood) and a Helms Bakery branch of popular Santa Monica steakery Father's Office. For full LA listings, check out our restaurant guide.

New Miami Guide Additions: Andú Restaurant, Whitelaw Hotel

By

Chris Mohney

imageIn Miami, check out new listings for Andú Restaurant & Lounge (Mediterranean resto-bar on the water) and the Whitelaw Hotel (classic Miami retreat where white decor is indeed the law). For full Miami listings, check out our restaurant guide and hotel guide.

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