The Scene
Under a discreet white awning bearing only a simple insignia, stiletto-strutting starlets ascend a fairy-tale staircase. This nightclub was actually the first ever in Hollywood, opening its doors in the '20s to such legends as Howard Hughes and Clark Gable. A complete renovation uncovered an immaculate two-story space of multiple dance floors, three bars, a cushy lounge area and an outdoor smoking patio. Elite revelers seek refuge in the club's VIP room, which is outfitted with its own dance floor, ultra-white lounge area and balcony overlooking the action downstairs.


The Draw
Toasting their weekend box office or Nielsen figures, celebrities take to this Hollywood Boulevard nightclub looking for exclusivity and a tight guest list. Without a listed phone number or even a proper sign, it eludes the peering eyes of star-struck scenesters. Despite the sometimes-biblical proportions of the line, the worthy journey ends with admittance to a celebrity conclave including 50-Cent, Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton.