Mazen Muna is expanding his hot dog empire in Milwaukee, as work has begun on Dogg Haus Cathedral Square, 790 N. Jefferson St.
The eatery will be the fifth area location for Dogg Haus, and the second Downtown. Muna’s other Downtown location is at 318 E. Wisconsin Ave.
Build-out in a Joel Lee-owned owned space around the corner from his Cathedral Place building has begun, and Muna says he anticipates opening in "late March or early April," but that he’d love to be open in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
Muna was approached by Mike Vitucci, owner of neighboring Belmont Tavern (Whiskey Bar, Caffrey’s and Murphy’s). The two share business ideas and promotions at their Marquette locations, so Vitucci recommended Muna develop a slightly more upscale Doug Haus for East Town. Both agreed it would benefit the neighborhood’s daytime and late night traffic.
Dogg Haus Cathedral Square will feature a different look, with granite counters. There will also be beer by the bottle and an expanded menu of Vienna Beef products, along with the Dogg Haus' signature veggie dog that’s become a favorite for many vegetarians.
"It’s a great neighborhood," says Muna. "It’s one of my favorite, and we’re excited to be a part of it."
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