Article: Pieces of Eight is where Lake Michigan does the wave

If the founder of Trader Vic's had been a sailor, what could have resulted might be something like the restaurant Pieces of Eight.

With its beach house structure and nautical trimmings, the lakefront establishment is known mainly as a seafood restaurant. But it also has an extensive bar, lounge and outdoor patio area, which have become popular among downtown happy-hour crowds.

The patio offers the chance to unwind with a view overlooking the small harbor that separates the restaurant from the Milwaukee Art Museum. The patio is open throughout summer, weather permitting. If not, you can enjoy the lakefront scenes through the lounge's wide-angle windows.

In summer, the restaurant throws ...

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