John Dye, owner of Bryant’s Cocktail Lounge.

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The Estate Closes for Regular Business

The Estate Closes for Regular Business

Historic East Side cocktail lounge will still present some special events, including live music.

Now Serving: S’Blendid Boba Tea Plans Third Ward Pop-Up
Now Serving

S’Blendid Boba Tea Plans Third Ward Pop-Up

Plus: Brand new spots for N/A cocktails and empanadas. And downtown bar suspended.

‘The Estate’ Will Reopen Feb. 10

‘The Estate’ Will Reopen Feb. 10

Dropping 'Jazz' from its name, East Side bar returns with new look, menu and less live jazz.

Now Serving: Twisted Cafe Reopens, Plans Anniversary Party
Now Serving

Twisted Cafe Reopens, Plans Anniversary Party

Plus: Three new restaurants planned, Lazy Susan will close and Amped ramping up.

At Random Will Overhaul Exterior, Maintain Interior Charm

At Random Will Overhaul Exterior, Maintain Interior Charm

After pandemic-related delay, owner plans to 'revive' historic Bay View tavern.

Now Serving: The Grand Opening of Le C’s Tea House
Now Serving

The Grand Opening of Le C’s Tea House

Plus: Copper Turtle Brewery & Taverne opens in Third Ward and farewell, for now, to SlyFox.

Jazz Estate Closes For January

Jazz Estate Closes For January

Venerable eastside bar and music venue closing temporarily, reopening next month with updated cocktail menu and decor.

Cultural Institutions and Businesses in Milwaukee’s Hospitality and Performing Arts Industries Urge Milwaukee-area Residents to Get Vaccinated
Now Serving: New Mexican Steakhouse Coming
Now Serving

New Mexican Steakhouse Coming

At Random opening ice cream garden. And say goodbye to Fauntleroy and (for now) Comet Cafe.

Historical Society Showcasing Unseen Treasures

Historical Society Showcasing Unseen Treasures

New exhibit highlights a wide variety of Milwaukee's history.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Campaign Aims to Save Goldmann’s Sign
Eyes on Milwaukee

Campaign Aims to Save Goldmann’s Sign

Group's crowdfunding campaign seeks $20,000 to restore and display the sign.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Goldmann’s Sign Returns
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Goldmann’s Sign Returns

Defunct department store's old sign may return to Mitchell Street. But where?

Now Serving: New Pan-Asian and Taco Places
Now Serving

New Pan-Asian and Taco Places

Lazo's Taco Shack eyes Downtown, Momo Mee opens in Walker's Point, At Random reopens.

Now Serving: New Third Ward French Restaurant
Now Serving

New Third Ward French Restaurant

Plus: new East Side Pakistani restaurant, saving At Random and Crawdaddy's closes.

Taverns: At Random to Open with New Owner
Taverns

At Random to Open with New Owner

Classic old cocktail lounge will be run by owner of classic cocktail bar Bryants.

Bar Exam Doors Open Edition: Bryant’s, Serving Cocktails Since 1936
Bar Exam Doors Open Edition

Bryant’s, Serving Cocktails Since 1936

Originally a "tied house," Bryant's is city's oldest cocktail lounge. Stop in during Doors Open.

Bar Exam: Jazz Estate’s South Side Chic
Bar Exam

Jazz Estate’s South Side Chic

Bought by Bryant's owner, who added some of its plush, padded style.

Now Serving: New Downtown Steakhouse Coming
Now Serving

New Downtown Steakhouse Coming

Plus: new Third Ward sandwich shop, new Jazz Estate, new strip club (maybe).

Important Meeting Reminder from Alderman Nik Kovac
Press Release

Important Meeting Reminder from Alderman Nik Kovac

Just a friendly reminder that you are invited to attend a community meeting at The Jazz Estate, 2423 N. Murray Avenue, TONIGHT (Wednesday, November 18) at 6 p.m.

Now Serving: New Owner for Jazz Estate
Now Serving

New Owner for Jazz Estate

Tiny club has somehow survived since 1977. New owner committed to jazz tradition.

America’s Darkest Bar?

Contribution to José G. Pérez of $200

America’s Darkest Bar?

America’s Darkest Bar?

Bryant's has 80 years of history and a cocktail lounge atmosphere that is nationally unique.