In the space formerly occupied by the burlesque-themed deep, this club continues its predecessor's boudoir legacy with a spicy decor, dancers in garter belts and a hot crowd that keeps Hollywood and Vine one of the sexiest corners in town.

It may be difficult to follow in the footsteps of celebrated Hollywood nightclub deep, but Basque gives its best shot. Favorite elements (the two-way mirror behind the bar, private VIP rooms, the burlesque theme) remain for reminiscing fans, but elegant additions (the sparkly chandeliers, grand entry room, Mediterranean menu, corseted waitresses and roomier dance floor) up the spicy ante. A booty-shakin' mix of hip-hop and rock are blasted during all club nights, and Lindsay Lohan, Ashlee Simpson and Hilary Duff have been known to stop by. —Enid Portuguez