Babich Building – B1 – Upper 2BR

Welcome to the Grape & Grain Haus, a beautifully preserved 1926 Neoclassical building located beside the iconic Kegel’s Inn—a historic 1924 Prohibition-era landmark. This property blends Milwaukee’s Old-World charm with modern comfort and sits in one of West Allis’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods.

A Building with Real Milwaukee History

Designed by The Hinckley Co. and originally owned by Paul Babisch, this two-story building once housed the Grape Juice Products Co., a creative part of West Allis’s Prohibition-era beverage culture. Its classic architectural details—brick façade, stone trim, shaped parapet, and ornate entryways—showcase the craftsmanship and bold style of the 1920s.

Today, the building is home to boutique apartments and Still & Oak, a craft distillery taproom on the first floor, making it a living intersection of Milwaukee’s historic grape-and-grain heritage.

The Neighborhood

You’ll be staying in one of West Allis’s most convenient locations:

• Walk to American Family Field (Brewers Stadium)
• 5 minutes to State Fair Park
• 10 minutes to downtown Milwaukee
• 10 minutes to the airport
• Quick access to the Summerfest grounds, lakefront, VA Medical Center, and Froedtert Hospital
• Surrounded by cafés, restaurants, local taverns, Walgreens, gas stations, and major bus routes

With easy freeway access, you’re truly minutes from everything Milwaukee has to offer.

Next to the Legendary Kegel’s Inn

Right beside the Grape & Grain Haus is Kegel’s Inn, one of the region’s most beloved German restaurants. Opened in 1924 and still operated by the Kegel family, it’s cherished for:

• The iconic Friday Fish Fry
• The famous boneless duck
• Authentic schnitzel & spaetzle
• Classic Old Fashioneds
• Warm, neighborly hospitality

Guests often walk over more than once—and we highly recommend it.

Parking

Overnight parking is offered in the Kegel’s Inn west lot.
Cars must be moved during restaurant business hours (2pm–9pm).
Street parking is also available nearby.

A Stay That’s More Than Just a Space

From its Prohibition-era origins to its lively beer garden and distillery taproom, the Grape & Grain Haus offers a place rich with story and soul. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway, a Brewers game, a business trip, or a longer stay, you’ll be sleeping inside one of the most unique historic properties in Milwaukee.
Welcome To The Red Door Unit!

We are located 10 minute drive to downtown, Summerfest, and a short walk to American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers MLB.

During your stay, we invite you to join us downstairs for some amazing local food, and beverages. In addition to Public Table, We are next door to the legendary Kegel Inn. Kegels offers authentic German cuisine and a special charm that only this old world establishment is able to offer.

Kegel`s Inn - Kegelsinn.com
Public Table - Public-Table.com

SMOKING is strictly prohibited.

Check in time 4:00 pm
Check out time is 11:00 am

EARLY CHECK-IN/OUT
There may be some flexibility with check-in/out times with our cleaning schedules, however, a $50 coordination fee for both early check-in and late check-out will apply.

DIRTY LINENS/TOWELS
Please place used linens in the bathtub/shower at check out. When showering, please be sure that shower curtain stays within shower walls as to avoid any water from accumulating on the floor. Please use floor towel to wipe up any water on the floor immediately. Please do not flush feminine hygiene products down the toilet, as our historic building has historic plumbing issues when not treated gently.

HEATING / COOLING
Our building is warmed with radiant heat, so if you find yourself too hot, just crack a window or turn on the A/C. . Please turn off the A/C when leaving.

PARKING
Overnight parking is allowed in the Kegel`s Inn Parking lot from the hours of 10pm to 2pm. Absolutely NO Parking in Kegel`s Lot along the restaurant -It is their Drive Thru Lane for Friday Fish Fry. You Will get towed if your car is parking alongside their building. Street parking can be found readily but we recommend that you call for a temporary parking permit. Permission for temporary overnight street parking may be obtained by calling the city of West Allis at (414) 302-8100 between the hours of 9 pm and 1 am. Arrangements can also be made online by googling - West Allis overnight parking permit.

FOOD DELIVERIES
There is no buzzer for any of the apartments. Please Indicate to the delivery driver to call you when at the bottom outside door.

WIFI
Free Wifi is available for overnight guests use.
Network: PublicTable - Public
Password: publictable

NON-EMERGENCY NUMBERS
For any questions regarding your stay, please contact
Julian Kegel (414)534-7289
Non-Emergency Fire: (414) 302-8900
Police Non-Emergency: (414) 302-8000

CHECKOUT
Be sure to collect all of your personal items.
Turn off lights and close windows.
Place used towels and all used bed linens in shower basin.
Please leave apartment, including kitchen and cooking utensils, equipment in the order in which you found it.
Lock door behind you.