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Published Dec. 21, 2008 at 4:06 p.m.
Category: Bars & Clubs
Tags: The Garage, Hi Hat, Brady Street

The Garage, connected to Brady Street's popular hangout the Hi Hat, has undergone a major face-lift in the past few months. Before, it seemed like an afterthought to the Hi Hat, void of any distinguishing ambiance. Although, the wide open space was a nice place to catch your breath to when the Hi Hat got too crowded.

I recently stopped by the Garage for an event and was blown away by the cozy, rustic transformation. There are trees (sans leaves) speckled throughout the bar with branches that arch downward and transport you to the great outdoors (the stylish Hi Hat version, that is).

Along the wall opposite the bar there are new dark wood tables and benches so patrons can sample delectable eats from the new menu. The back wall is still a large screen, which I assume will continue to attract sports fans.

Hi Hat has not just cleaned up the Garage, but given it a whole new feel that is sure to make you feel warm and cozy throughout this cold winter.

 

 

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Recent Talkbacks ...

Posted by milROCKeeguy on Jan. 25, 2009 at 2:10 p.m. (report)

Again, with the smoke free comments? What is with everybody, ALWAYS?!?! We get it, you don't like the big bad smokers, eww, they make me smell, gross. WE GET IT! Try commenting on the article at hand, like maybe, hey, this issue has already been brought up by OnMilwaukee.com, way to bring up something already discussed.

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Posted by Rose on Jan. 5, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. (report)

I love Hi Hat Garage. It is, in fact, my default place to grab a drink. However, the ladies and I used to go to Hi Hat for brunch or a quick appetizer and the new menu left MUCH to be desired. It was missing several things I liked and what i ordered was eh. Even one of the bartenders mentioned several ppl seemed a bit disappointed. BUT, I still love the place and it will continue to be my fave bar, just not my face restaurant and bar.

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Posted by Downtowner on Dec. 22, 2008 at 5:08 p.m. (report)

Food's great. They should, though, go smoke free. There's plenty of room on the street to create a "smoking cage" for all the Hi-Hat, Garage and even Balzac.

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