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Kegel's Inn

Kegel's Inn

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5901 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53214

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  • Lent in the Tent Fridays at Kegel’s Inn Friday Fish Fry in a heated beer garden, Hawaiian shirts encouraged, and a giant Bavarian pretzel for the table. That’s Lent in the Tent Fridays at Kegel’s Inn. During the winter and early spring months, the Beer Garden at Kegel’s Inn transforms into a warm, lively gathering place under a heated tent. Long communal Oktoberfest tables, glowing string lights, and the familiar sounds of live music on a busy Friday night create the feeling of a classic Milwaukee fish fry, just with a lot extra room to celebrate. Guests can reserve tables in the tent and enjoy Kegel’s famous Friday Fish Fry, served alongside cold German beers, Kegel Brau liters, and plenty of good vibes. The atmosphere blends the comfort of a neighborhood beer hall with the energy of a summer beer garden, where friends meet up, families gather, and strangers quickly become tablemates. To keep the mood light during the colder months, Hawaiian shirts are encouraged all season long. Wear one any day of the week and enjoy $1 off drinks plus a free Jäger shot. Fridays add a little extra fun to the tradition. Bring four or more guests wearing Hawaiian shirts and your table earns a FREE Large Bavarian Pretzel to share. Whether you're coming for the fish fry, the atmosphere, or just to shake off a little cabin fever, Lent in the Tent Fridays keep Milwaukee’s favorite tradition alive all winter long. Friday Tent Special 4+ guests wearing Hawaiian shirts = FREE Large Pretzel for the table Everyday Tent Special Wear a Hawaiian shirt and enjoy: $1 off drinks + FREE Jäger shot Friday Fish Fry Reservations Available in the Tent Gather your crew, grab a seat at the long tables, and make Friday night a little warmer at Kegel’s Inn. 🥨🍺

  • Endless Summer Saturdays at Kegel’s Inn Hawaiian shirts = BOGO Kegel Brau liters, and free shot of Jager! Experience Summer in our heated beer garden in the middle of winter. That’s Endless Summer Saturdays at Kegel’s Inn. Inside the heated beer garden, the winter chill fades under warm lights, live music, and long communal tables filled with friends and cold steins. Hawaiian shirts are encouraged all season long. Wear one any day of the week and enjoy $1 off drinks plus a free Jäger shot, but Saturdays bring the main event. Bring a friend in a Hawaiian shirt and enjoy BOGO Kegel Brau liters while the heated tent fills with music, laughter, and the unmistakable spirit of a Milwaukee beer garden that refuses to accept the weather. Part German beer hall, part tropical escape, and entirely Kegel’s. EVERYDAY SPECIALS- Wear a Hawaiian shirt – $1 off drinks + FREE Jäger shot LENT IN THE TENT FRIDAYS Friday Fish Fry Reservations in the Tent Book your table in Kegel’s Inn’s Lent in the Tent beer garden. Bring 4 friends in Hawaiian shirts and your table earns a FREE Large Pretzel. ENDLESS SUMMER SATURDAYS: Live music, dinner reservations, and a heated beer garden. Bring a friend in a Hawaiian shirt and enjoy BOGO Kegel Brau Liters.

  • Jazz nights are back! 🎷 After Hours Jazz Nights at Kegel’s Inn 🌙 As the kitchen’s lights dim and the dinner crowd drifts away, Kegel’s Inn transforms into a warm, intimate jazz haven. Join us for After Hours Jazz — an evening of smooth melodies, soulful improvisations, and good conversation in the heart of West Allis. When & Where 🗓️ 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Saturday nights) 📍 Inside Kegel’s Inn (after restaurant service winds down) 🎶 Local jazz artists bring the vibe — past lineups include Crook & Company, Russ King, B.D. Greer & The Gents, Joel Lehman, Warren Wiegratz $15 ONLINE $20 AT THE DOOR What to Expect • A cozy, candlelit atmosphere — perfect for jazz lovers and casual listeners alike • A limited late-night menu (for when your appetite lingers) • charcuterie boards (meats, cheeses, German-style flair) to elevate your evening — • Cocktail service forums the show (doors open early) Why You Should Come This isn’t your typical concert night — it’s an immersive late-evening experience. Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or just a weekend escape with friends. The music, the ambiance, the warm glow — it all comes together to give you something uniquely Kegel’s. 👋 Pro Tip: Seating is limited. Get there early, grab a drink, and let the night drift into jazz. #AfterHoursJazz #KegelsInn #LiveJazz #MilwaukeeNights #JazzLovers

About Kegel's Inn

Kegel’s Inn is Milwaukee’s most authentic German restaurant, proudly family-owned since 1924. Known for our famous fish fry, scratch-made German fare, and warm Midwestern hospitality, we’ve been a gathering place for generations. Enjoy a meal or cold beer in our historic West Allis building or year-round beer garden, Bootleggers Alley. More than a restaurant—it’s a Milwaukee tradition.

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