The Commodore bar is coming back to life, and soon. Hurrah.
The art deco beauty, once a playground to F. Scott Fitzgerald and other St. Paul luminaries, has been operated as a private events space since 1984.
But owner John Rupp is kicking off a new era for the landmark address, inaugurating a full-service restaurant, bar, lounge and private events space.
“The original bar has been carefully restored, and we’ve expanded design elements from the bar into the whole space,” said Rupp. “I think it looks more beautiful than it ever did. People are going to be surprised. It’s really fabulous.”