Bar's history goes back to 1909. Was first to serve Lakefront Brewery beer, in 1987.
Bar's history goes back to 1909. Was first to serve Lakefront Brewery beer, in 1987. Back to the full article.
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Michael,
Thanks for the fascinating history of this building. I’ve only known the building as Nessun Dorma, so learning more about it was interesting. It is definitely worth a visit to check out the bar surface you mentioned, plus the food is excellent and the atmosphere relaxing.
Michael, I always look forward to these articles. You’ve introduced me to some spots I wasn’t aware of but are now favorites. I appreciate the research you do to bring out the unique features of each “Bar Exam” location.
Thanks for the kind comments. Visit Nessun Dorma on Saturday to learn more.
30th Anniversary Party at Nessun Dorma in Milwaukee
Come celebrate Lakefront Brewery where it all started, Nessun Dorma in Riverwest. On this spot 30 years ago, the first Lakefront beer was poured! Celebrate with Jim Klisch and the gang from Lakefront. Cheers!
Saturday, December 2nd, 4-6:30pm
I didn’t know that the history of this bar goes back to 1909! And a “soft drink parlor,” is that what they were called? Good work, as always, Michael Horne!
I was a proud employee of lakefront – Russ and Jim were my bosses. It was cooler than Antartica to make beer in that volume. Thank you both for keeping the homebrew fire in my soul alive. Way back then it was Lakefront and Sprecher..
Happy 2018 to you both
Jeff Palmer