Washington County Weekend Post e-edition
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In Good Taste attractive sociability. The Dublin's web site, www.dublinswi.com, says it best, "An Irish pub is warm, welcoming places where people socialize, relax, tell stories, and exchange gossip and rumors over a pint. Dublin's Irish Pub brings a bit of Ireland to Oshkosh, WI with an authentic, warm and welcoming teaching tabhairne ("tavern-house")." November 11th of 2013 saw the opening of Dublin's in West Bend. Sharing the same spirit as the Oshkosh location, the atmosphere will be Irish. Drinks that provide the true flavor of Ireland are essential, such as Guinness, Harp, Jameson, Bushmills and Bailey's Irish Cream. Distinctive Irish recipes and food are another important part of Irish pub life, attracting custom and adding ambiance. With over 30 selections of craft beer on tap, you can't find a better place in Wisconsin for an ice cold beer. The outdoor fireplace ready for spring The atmosphere is heightened by the remodeling of the building that was done by property owners Kevin and Amy Zimmer. The original public space was restricted to the one floor for bar, eating and kitchen space. The Zimmers didn't let the past uses dictate their vision, and expanded the restaurant to all three levels of the building, adding the main dining level on the second floor and the special space on the third floor, where a chef's table will treat 8-10 people to a 6 course evening based on the whim of the chef and suggestions of the participants. This new shape of the space is punctuated with some very unique and dynamic design elements. As you look up at the conduit, or piping that carries the wires from one lighting fixture to another, you recognize the 1990s screen saver where the screen is filled with pipes that bend and maneuver to build a network of pipes that go everywhere. Above this network of conduit is the air circulation fans that are made out of airplane propellers. The inside is striking. The outside is equally as impressive with a massive outdoor fireplace and curved wood fence that pay respect to the artistry that is exemplified by Dublin's neighbor, The Museum of Wisconsin Art. This showcase patio won't get much use through the seasonally indoorfavoring Wisconsin winter, but they have great plans for the space once we emerge from the snow. The stone fire place, made from salvaged rock, will set the atmosphere for the 70 to 80 diners. "The space would be perfect for outdoor cooking," says executive chef, Scott Cathcart, "I could even see events like pig roasts, out there". The food, that will be a great mix of Irish faire and wonderful 11 - 24 - 13 • Washington County Post Retail • 15