Element Hollywood   

The Hollywood grapevine was abuzz with curiosity over this nightclub when it first debuted, possibly in part because it was launched by the former manager of Spider Club and frequented by numerous celebs including Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey and a host of other hot monikers. The only trouble is, most people don't know exactly where it is. Well, people, here's your tip: Element is right in plain sight, taking up a good chunk of space on the nicest block of Las Palmas, right where the nightclub Blue used to be. And it's looking great, even though it's still in renovations. Exposed brickwork, elegant slate trim and low-slung black and cream-colored furniture replace the gaudy aqua decor that existed previously. The bad news is that, for now, it's only open for private events (the DVD release party for 'Saw,' the Masters of Horror kickoff party with John Carpenter and Wes Craven, the 'Newlyweds' wrap party, to name a few) unless you happen to be on the guest list for Tuesday night's "friends and family" party. As an events venue, Element is unparalleled for one main reason: the service. Every staff member, from the partners to the bartenders to the doorman, is committed to offering patrons the best, warmest, most unpretentious service possible -- and in Hollywood, that's a commodity rarer than spun gold. More than the elegant decor or the great location, that's what brings the star-studded crowds here. And the partners promise to keep that philosophy even after they open to the public, and ideally, forever and ever. Three cheers!