The Village of Pleasant Prairie is excited to announce the approval of Site and Operational Plans for the highly anticipated Lake Andrea Beer Garden. This visionary project, undertaken in collaboration with Barrel Boys Hospitality, LLC, and Visit Pleasant Prairie, will be located at 10023 Park Drive within Prairie Springs Park. Designed to create a vibrant community space, the beer garden will allow residents to indulge in refreshing beverages, delectable food, and delightful events along the beautiful shores of Lake Andrea. The Village Board advanced the project on May 22 by issuing a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License and a "Class B" Intoxicating Retail Liquor License for the beer garden.
The Lake Andrea Beer Garden is anticipated to attract visitors to the west side of Lake Andrea. In its inaugural year, the beer garden will feature a dynamic array of temporary facilities, including food trucks, storage containers, and restrooms. Guests can relax and unwind at picnic tables with umbrella coverage while the pavilion serves as an engaging stage for local talent to entertain guests within the 1.44-acre site. To accommodate larger gatherings during food truck events, farmers’ markets, and other special occasions, an additional 0.8-acre adjacent festival grounds will be utilized.
The Lake Andrea Beer Garden is scheduled to open in early June 2023, welcoming visitors on Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. With a commitment to excellent service, the beer garden plans to employ between six and ten part-time workers, adjusting based on daily usage and special event attendance. The beer garden will implement measures such as strategically placed cameras and clear signage to ensure a pleasant atmosphere. To further enhance the overall park experience, the Village has announced plans to construct a permanent restroom facility in 2024, benefiting all park guests and beer garden patrons.
"We are thrilled to witness the advancement of the Lake Andrea Beer Garden project, which intends to strengthen community engagement and offer exceptional recreational opportunities," expressed Pleasant Prairie Village Administrator Eric Rindfleisch. "The partnership with Barrel Boys Hospitality, LLC, and Visit Pleasant Prairie aims to develop a family-friendly gathering place within Prairie Springs Park, where residents and visitors can come together to engage and enjoy the beauty of Prairie Springs Park."