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Former Phoenix bar site

235 South Second Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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The former bar is linked to encounters in Dahmer's case. Odd Stops identifies later residential use of the former entrance.

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Odd Stops · historical location reference

Location source review: 2026-09-14. Check the venue for current opening hours and restrictions.

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