From the archives: July 02, 2007
Joe DeRoche, founder of SL9 clothing, and Chris Capalano, a Chicago rapper, make a great team collaborating on SL9's launch. When they aren't zipping abroad to secure contracts or rapping alongside Ludacris, they enjoy a good meal and a few cocktails. Here they share their faves with Citysearch.
On this page: At Home with Joe: Chicago, On the Road with Joe, At Home with Chris: Chicago, On the Road with Chris.
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Tempo Cafe
Read Reviews6 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
"Near the hotels and Michigan Ave., this is the ideal 24-hour spot to get some food in you after a hard night's partying. A great way to wind it down."
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Park Grill
Read Reviews11 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60602 (map)
"Great location off the awesome Millennium Park and right on the Mag Mile, it's a fantastic year-round location to do business, strike up a conversation, or just relax with someone special. Make reservations indoors during the cooler months."
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Wild Hare Ltd
Read Reviews3530 N Clark, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)
"Get here when you get that Island feeling. Pure world/reggae beat, so it?s a good stop on your club circuit away from the club-kid scene."
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Trattoria-Pizzeria-Roma Inc
Read Reviews1535 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
"A very reasonably priced Northern Italian menu in the heart of Charming Old Town. Definitely try to get a seat outside in the summer for people-watching and conversation over a glass of wine."
On the Road with Joe
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Pure at Caesars Palace
Read Reviews3570 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (map)
"After chilling in the red room, shoot up the glass elevator to the terrace for an exclusive evening with some of your favorite people. But--beware of celebrities!"
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Whiskey Blue
Read Reviews930 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 (map)
"Wanna feel like a rock star? Get here, but ask your concierge to hook it up so you definitely get past the velvet ropes. I enjoy it in the back by the patio, but the whole scene is loungy, laid back and beautiful."
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Amsterdam Billiards-Union Sq
Read Reviews110 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003 (map)
"An awesome place to take a date-- masculine, classy, loungy and posh. Definitely not the traditional cliche date idea, just better."
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Auberge du Soleil
Read Reviews180 Rutherford Hill Rd, Rutherford, CA 94573 (map)
"Wow! Overlooking the valley, this pricy but super-sumptuous retreat is a breath of life and opulence into an already magnificent setting. Even if you don't stay here, make it a point to have a martini on the deck, enjoying an appetizer while watching the sun set over Napa."
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Gott's Roadside Tray Gourmet (formerly Taylors Refresher)
Read Reviews933 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574 (map)
"This is one of my favorites in Napa, a '50's throwback to the tee. For lunch, order an Ahi Tuna burger; it'll blow your mind! An absolute must for any visitor to the valley."
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Bitter End
Read Reviews147 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012 (map)
"I've been going here for years and it's still the same gritty, real-life joint it's always been. NY's longest running Rock club. A great beer pub with live bands, it's dyed in the wool, unadulterated good times."
At Home with Chris: Chicago
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Adobo Grill
Read Reviews1610 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)
"A solid tequila bar with great ambience and Mexican food. Cozy and actually a good spot to hang out if alone. A tequila-lover's dream in Chicago."
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The Whiskey Bar and Grill
Read Reviews1015 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
"A great place to see the beautiful people right in downtown Chicago. I like to relax outside at a table and check the strip. The interior decor is a throwback, complete with candle light and heavy furniture and accessories."
On the Road with Chris
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TAO Nightclub, Asian Bistro & TAO Beach
Read Reviews3377 S Las Vegas Blvd Ste 2025, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (map)
"This club is outstanding, with an amazing entrance lined with beautiful greeters standing alongside Romanesque baths and pools, strewn rose petals and flowers. The club is about 10,000 square feet with several rooms to choose from on three levels."
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Amoeba Music
Read Reviews6400 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 (map)
"A record store that sells all genres that you can think of. One of the biggest record stores I have been to in my life. Listening stations are available?definitely an experience."
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Falcon
Read Reviews7213 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90046 (map)
"American style cuisine. I like to hang on the patio at the outdoor bar where there's also a fireplace. I go there after studio sessions to unwind with friends."