Ritz Klub Tavern - Downtown Michigan City, Haskell and Barker Historical District, Uptown Arts District, Michigan City, IN

WELCOME TO MICHIGAN CITY'S OLDEST AND LONGEST OPERATING HISTORICAL TAVERN! !

THE RITZ IS THAT QUINTESSENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD TAVERN WHERE MOST PEOPLE KNOW YOUR NAME, THE BARTENDERS KNOW YOUR DRINKS,
​THE VIBE IS FRIENDLY & LIVELY.
TO PUT IT SIMPLY...

"A pint of beer with friends is worth a thousand words and beer is the catalyst that turns
acquaintances into lifelong friends."
See you at the Ritz!!

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TAVERN-STYLE BITES DELIVERED IN MICHIGAN CITY

Pull up a chair and settle in with a menu built for real appetites. The kitchen brings together classic tavern staples and modern pub fare, with something for everyone at the table. Expect juicy burgers, crispy wings, and a solid lineup of comfort favorites, along with a few lighter options to keep things balanced. Every plate pairs naturally with a cold drink and easygoing company.

CRAFT BEER AND CLASSIC POURS

A LINEUP WORTH TAKING YOUR TIME WITH

Beer is the main thing that makes this place special. The selection includes German beers, imports, and craft favorites, as well as a substantial number of classic American lagers. You can choose from a wide range of beers, from crisp Pabst Blue Ribbon and Coors Banquet to hop-forward beers like Two Hearted IPA and 60 Minute IPA. There are also rotating options that are worth trying. Here is always something ready to match your mood.

RITZ KLUB TAVERN IN MICHIGAN CITY

THE OLDEST TAVERN IN TOWN!

HISTORY

ESTABLISHED IN 1890

Sylvester Komasinski started the business as the Buffet Polski around 1890. Some time later in the 1940's John Komasinski changed the name to the Ritz Klub and operated the business with his wife Cecilia. John and Cecilia ran the tavern until the 1970's and then brother Richard and sister Phyllis took over the operation of the tavern until May of 2020.

The Ritz Klub has been a family legacy to Michigan City since the 1890's! It's been serving great food and drinks to many locals and tourists for over a century.
Thanks for celebrating the good times with us all these years, Michigan City!
- Richard & Phyllis -

As of June 1st, 2020 the Ritz Klub is under new ownership by a Michigan City native, Benjamin Roule. Ironically Ben delivered beer to the Ritz Klub years ago and the tavern was a long time customer of his family's beer distribution business, Laporte County Beverage and then later Metro Beverage.
Ben has extensive experience in the beer industry and as a successful entrepreneur.
Ben understands the importance and ties the Ritz Klub has to the local community and plans to continue the historic legacy and local following the Komasinski's have created for the tavern.
To put it simply, there may be some new paint on the walls and some new faces behind the bar but the Ritz will be that place where everyone feels welcome!
- Cheers to you!! -

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    Weekly tavern fare and drink specials!

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    Take it out back and stay awhile.

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    From draft to bottle, it's all here.

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