Floyd's Thirst Parlor

Floyd's Thirst Parlor is a bar and tavern located in Springfield, Illinois, United States. It opened its doors in March 2002 and quickly established a reputation for offering a little bit of everything: a strong selection of spirits, a rotating craft beer selection, and a variety of cocktails. The bar is situated in downtown Springfield, where it has become a local staple for drinks and casual dining. In March 2016, Floyd's Thirst Parlor changed hands and was taken over by Andrew Denton and Jeremy Bredemeyer. Denton had made his name tending bar at Brewhaus and later oversaw the beverage program at American Harvest Eatery, while Bredemeyer had managed security at both Brewhaus and Stella Blue. Under their ownership, the bar has sought to refine what it describes as its "Swiss-army-knife" appeal while maintaining a comfortable, classic tavern atmosphere. The beverage program at Floyd's emphasizes quality over sheer quantity. While the beer list is not as extensive as some, the owners describe their curated selection as rivaling those twice its size. The cocktail program, kept alive by Andrew Denton, features regularly changing cocktail menus that offer exciting originals and pay homage to the classics. The bar also features a kitchen, branded as 3rd Shift Kitchen, which provides food service to patrons. Floyd's Thirst Parlor operates as a private, independent establishment. It is not part of a larger corporate group and does not have publicly traded stock. The bar remains active and continues to serve the Springfield community, with a focus on providing a welcoming, unpretentious environment for enjoying drinks and food.

Floyd's Thirst Parlor opened its doors in March 2002 in downtown Springfield, Illinois. From the beginning, it made a name for itself by offering a little bit of everything: a strong selection of spirits, a rotating craft beer selection, and a variety of cocktails. This approach helped it become a local favorite and a staple of the downtown nightlife scene. In March 2016, the bar changed hands and was taken over by Andrew Denton and Jeremy Bredemeyer. Andrew Denton had made his name tending bar at Brewhaus and went on to oversee the beverage program at American Harvest Eatery. Jeremy Bredemeyer had managed security at both Brewhaus and Stella Blue. Since the change in ownership, the new owners have made it their goal to refine the "Swiss-army-knife" appeal of Floyd's while maintaining its comfortable, classic tavern atmosphere. Under the new ownership, the bar has continued to focus on a curated beverage program. While the beer list is not as extensive as some, the owners feel their curated selection rivals those twice its size. Andrew Denton kept the cocktail program alive with regularly changing cocktail menus that offer exciting originals and pay homage to the classics. The bar also features a kitchen known as 3rd Shift Kitchen, which provides food to patrons. Floyd's Thirst Parlor remains an active, independent bar in Springfield, Illinois. It is not part of a larger chain or franchise and operates as a private business.

• 2016

  In March, the bar changes hands and is taken over by Andrew Denton and Jeremy Bredemeyer.

• 2002

  Floyd's Thirst Parlor opens in March in Springfield, Illinois.

A comfortable, classic tavern offering a curated selection of spirits, craft beers, and cocktails in downtown Springfield.

• Spirits selection

  A strong selection of spirits.

• Craft beer selection

  A rotating craft beer selection.

• Cocktails

  A variety of cocktails with regularly changing menus.

• 3rd Shift Kitchen

  In-house kitchen providing food to patrons.

1. 1Floyd's Thirst Parlor Official Websitefloydsthirst.com
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