Dedicated to Manitowoc's Tavern Keepers Past and Present
Bob Kono taken at his bar at Christmastime in 1986.
Del Brault (Cardinal Tap Room, 806 Buffalo) photo from Rose Bowl return. 7/27/25.
Stark’s Tavern – 816 Jay St. 9/19/25.
Kono’s Bar – 1021 Franklin. In memory of Bob Kono. 2/16/26.
Richter Vinegar History – click here
Loef’s Spa – August 13th, 1948. The bar is the third building down from the right. The neon tubing spelling “Loef’s Spa” is visible on the front of the building. This photo was taken by the city engineer’s office during the Washington St. widening project. In the 70’s, Loef’s and the building to the right would be joined to create The Woodin’ Nickle.
Ted Loef’s Spa Tavern – circa 1940s. Postcard 10/15/43. Image courtesy of Michael Novak.
Dexter’s – Friday, January 28, 1977 – ad. Used by permission of Herald Times Reporter/Gannett.com
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – Friday, March 16, 1979 – ad. Image used by permission of Herald Times Reporter/Gannett.com
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – New Year’s Eve, 1981. Photo courtesy of Tom Staudt.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – New Year’s Eve, 1981. Photo courtesy of Tom Staudt.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – New Year’s Eve, 1981. Photo courtesy of Tom Staudt.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – New Year’s Eve, 1981. Photo courtesy of Tom Staudt.
Woodin’ Nickle – Friday, June 5, 1981. Ad used by permission of Herald Times Reporter/Gannett.com.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – March 1984. Pat Omernick (owner) stands in his game room. Photo courtesy of Gary Omernick.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – March 1984. Photo courtesy of Gary Omernick.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – March 1984. Photo courtesy of Gary Omernick.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – March 1984. Photo courtesy of Gary Omernick.
Woodin’ Nickle Saloon – March 1984. Photo courtesy of Gary Omernick.
Woodin’ Nickle exterior sign – image courtesy of Steve Foley.
