Bars & pubs / Midtown / Cass Corridor
Willis Show Bar
A classic cocktail bar and live entertainment venue with its stage directly behind the bar. The Art Moderne interior recalls its original show-bar era.
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Willis first opened in 1949 and later returned after a long closure with its original character restored. Today's programming combines live music with DJs and other stage performers.
- Stage behind the bar
- Art Moderne character
- Live music and cocktails
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