About THE COMMODORE

Located on the shores of Nagawicka Lake in the heart of Lake Country, The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant inhabits the historic property that first opened in 1902 as the Pleasant View Hotel and Resort and was most recently the Seven Seas for nearly four decades. Operated by The Bartolotta Restaurants, the premier restaurant and catering organization in the Greater Milwaukee region, The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant is named for the leader of classic yacht clubs and embraces the historical significance of the past with modern touches of elegance. The unique, expansive property has been thoughtfully reimagined to include a remarkable suite of dining and event experiences, including a restaurant, intimate private dining rooms, and expansive outdoor space for groups and gatherings.

From its stunning art collection celebrating Wisconsin artists to its meticulously curated design and architectural details, The Commodore honors the past while embracing the future. Developed within a historic waterfront property, the property’s multi-year restoration carefully preserves its storied past while offering a refined setting for today’s guests. The architectural design of The Commodore evokes the charm of an early 20th-century summer home. Light, airy tones complement warm, cozy elements, creating a space that feels both inviting and timeless.

Awards and Recognitions

We are deeply honored to be included in Wine Enthusiast's list of Top 50 New Restaurants 2025. Receiving national recognition for both our restaurant's culinary excellence and wine program represents an extraordinary accomplishment and a tremendous honor for our entire team.

The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant is one of four nominees recognized in the Event Spaces category of the 21st annual HD Project Awards presented by Hospitality Design, awards that recognize excellence in hospitality design. The HD Project Awards nominees were carefully selected by a panel of eleven judges, who evaluated nearly 900 entries from around the world.

We are so honored to be acknowledged by Wine Spectator for our wine program by receiving their Award of Excellence for the very first time. These awards celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine, and we are so proud to be recognized among the best of the best.

About the Team

Nick Wirth

Executive Chef, The Commodore - A Bartolotta Restaurant

Nick Wirth serves as Executive Chef for The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant. A Wisconsin native, Chef Wirth has been a member of The Bartolotta Restaurants family since joining Lake Park Bistro as a cook in the early 2000s, where he worked under future James Beard Award winner Chef Adam Siegel. Following a brief stint at the Sanford, one of Milwaukee’s premier fine dining venues, Chef Wirth moved to New York City to attend the Culinary Institute of America.

While in school, he trained under the acclaimed “Walt Whitman of American Cuisine,” Chef Norman van Aiken, at Norman’s in Miami, Florida; and later worked at Washington D.C.’s famed Vidalia. Following his graduation in 2006, Chef Wirth returned to his home state and rejoined the Lake Park Bistro team as Sous Chef.

In 2009, Chef Wirth made the move to Bacchus and was named Chef de Cuisine two years later. In 2014, he was promoted to Executive Chef. In 2025, he also assumed the role of Executive Chef at The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant.