Diesel   

Nick's Fat City may be gone, but there's some Diesel-powered excitement in its place. At this South Side club, everything pulses with colored light and fog, creating a Miami or New York vibe. Clubgoers can scope out the crowds from the catwalk, as people below gyrate to dance music with a touch of techno. On Fridays and Saturday, DJs spin tunes, while acoustic bands play on Tuesdays; a variety of local and national acts take the stage on Thursdays. Wednesday nights bring College Night -- and drink specials -- and you'll always find gourmet 10-inch pizzas and "Diesel maki" (sushi-style appetizers) to go with the drinks. If you want to get away from the crush of the crowd, there's bottle service and a VIP lounge upstairs. You can bet on Diesel to pump up the excitement on East Carson Street.