The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant Announces Expanded Hours and Dining Experiences For the Summer Season

MILWAUKEE – The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant, the premier Lake Country fine dining and events destination created by The Bartolotta Restaurants, will debut its seasonal terrace to guests on Thursday, May 29. The terrace – facing the picturesque shores of Nagawicka Lake – will serve an all-day menu, offering guests a distinct open-air dining experience by the lake. Additionally, the boat slips dotting the shores will be open for the summer, allowing guests to easily dock and dine.

“We are thrilled to welcome guests to The Commodore’s terrace this spring and summer with an all-new menu that complements the stunning lakeside views,” says The Bartolotta Restaurants Owner and Co-Founder Chef Paul Bartolotta. “It’s a uniquely beautiful setting, and we can’t wait for people to relax, unwind, and experience everything we have created for this season.”

The terrace menu will feature a selection of dishes that perfectly complement warm afternoons and evenings at the lake such as Beef Carpaccio with arugula, parmesan cheese, fresh horseradish, and Dijon; Crab Louis with Dungeness crab, avocado, asparagus, hard-boiled egg, and green goddess dressing; Waldorf Salad with apple, candied walnut, dried Door County cherries celery, grapes, fennel, endive, bleu cheese, and Dijon dressing; Petite Lobster Rolls with Maine lobster salad, buttered bun, bibb lettuce, and thick-cut chips; Chicken Paillard with preserved lemon, capers, white wine, and arugula; Organic Salmon with asparagus, fingerling potatoes, lemon-dill crème fraîche and The Commodore Burger with an 8-ounce ground beef patty, Hill Valley shallot and herb cheese, “everything” mayo, brioche bun, and herb fries.

The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant will also be launching an all-new happy hour menu from 3 p.m. through 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. This menu will include select $10 cocktails such as a Brown Derby with bourbon, grapefruit juice, and honey syrup, as well as $10 select wines and $2 off all draft beer. Happy Hour snacks and nibbles include items such as Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with gulf shrimp poached in Caraway Court bouillon served with cocktail sauce; Short Rib Croquettes with whole grain mustard aioli and horseradish; and Oysters on the Half Shell with a rotating selection.

For the summer season, The Commodore will be open Tuesday, May 27 through Sunday, September 1 with the following hours of operation:

• Terrace dining is available Tuesday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. through 9 p.m. and Friday through Sunday 11 a.m. through 9 p.m.
• Lunch is served on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. through 2 p.m.
• Brunch is served on Sunday from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m.
• Happy hour is served Tuesday through Friday from 3 p.m. through 5 p.m. in the bar.
• Dinner is served 4:30 p.m. through 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

The Commodore also looks forward to sharing details about the upcoming July 5 fireworks event that will feature a special menu and more. Please check the venue’s website for updates and more information as it becomes available.

Developed within a historic waterfront property that first opened in 1902 as Hasslinger’s Pleasant View Hotel and Resort, The Commodore features elegant dining spaces, a large bar, and scenic views, as well as versatile event venues such as the Grand Heritage Ballroom and the exclusive members-only Club 1902.

Reservations can be made at thecommodoredelafield.com. For more information about The Bartolotta Restaurants please visit bartolottas.com.

About The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant
Located on the shores of Nagawicka Lake in the heart of Lake Country, The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant inhabits the historic property that first opened in 1905 as the Pleasant View Hotel and Resort. Operated by The Bartolotta Restaurants, the premier restaurant and catering organization in the Greater Milwaukee region, The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant is named for the leader of classic yacht clubs and embraces the historical significance of the past with modern touches of elegance. The unique, expansive property has been thoughtfully reimagined to include a remarkable suite of dining and event experiences, including a restaurant, intimate private dining rooms, and expansive outdoor space for groups and gatherings.

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