Constructed in 1871 by Bavarian immigrant Philip H. Zorn Jr., Barrelhouse The Venue resides on the historic Zorn campus. As an annex to the brewery, Barrelhouse The Venue would manufacture beer barrels to house fresh beer prior to distribution around Northwest Indiana. Though unoccupied now, the original ice-house, brew-house, and malting building still stand across the street, a reminder of the dream Philip Zorn brought with him to America.

In 2015, chef and founder of Navarre Hospitality Group, Kurt Janowsky, set out to open a special kind of restaurant, with creative, delicious, and beautifully presented food paired with warm, personal service. In his words, he hoped to create: “A warm and inviting modern American restaurant that delivers an uncommon hospitality experience.” With Chef Chris Janowsky’s dedication to French cuisine, creative preparation, and bold flavors, a simple plan has blossomed into one of the top restaurants in the United States. Our private dining space offers an intimate Artisan experience perfect for any event.