Dining - Oct. 1, 2008
Customers say Harbor 550 is closing, but it's still open
Rumors continue to swirl that Milwaukee's only waterfront restaurant on Lake Michigan, across from the Milwaukee Art Museum and Discovery World will close next month after a sale to Milwaukee philanthropist Michael Cudahy. A few sources say it will close on Oct. 15.
Tags: Pieces of Eight, Harbor 550, Michael Cudahy, Lakefront, Discovery World

Dining - May 7, 2007
Lakefront dining landmark needs a boost
Pieces of Eight is the only restaurant in the city proper that sits directly on beautiful Lake Michigan, and the view here is in one word, incomparable. But it struggles with food quality, service and some housekeeping issues that tainted our dining experiences.
Tags: Pieces of Eight, Lake Michigan dining, outdoor patio, seafood

Travel & Visitors Guide - April 5, 2007
Milwaukee River Cruise Line revamps the scope of the Edelweiss ships
Robert Carr and Dan Jorgenson have plans to expand the scope of their company, Milwaukee River Cruise Line featuring the Edelweiss Ships, including a new partnership with Pier Wisconsin.
Tags: Milwaukee River Cruise Lines featuring the Edelweiss Ships, Edelweiss Cruise Lines, Waterfront Entertainment Group, Hans Weissgerber III, Pieces of Eight, Robert Carr, Dan Jorgenson, Third Street Pier

Bars & Clubs - Jan. 25, 2007
Local hot spots sling seasonal hot drinks
After weeks, even months, of numb fingers and toes, it's time to numb the brain a bit. So, where does one go for a good hot drink in this town? We've compiled a list of excellent local establishments that are ready to froth or steam or whip up a boilin' beverage for you.
Tags: Von Trier, Pieces of Eight, County Clare, Art Bar, Paddy's Pub, At Random, fireplace, cocoa, hot toddie, hot chocolate, rum, drinks

Dining - Jan. 16, 2007
Plans for an improved Pieces of Eight
Before general manager Daniel Hensley arrived in late '05, Pieces of Eight wasn't exactly riding the wave of success. Just over a year later he's got a new chef, a better service staff and plans to make the lakefront restaurant the premier dining spot in Milwaukee.
Tags: Pieces of Eight, Daniel Hensley, Edelweiss Cruise Ships, Specialty Restaurants Corporation, Waterfront Entertainment Group, Discovery World, Rip Tide