The former Rip Tide space, 649 E. Erie St., is under renovation and will reopen soon as Milwaukee Sail Loft. Rumor has it the new seafood restaurant will open on May 1.

Rip Tide, which was owned by the Weissgerber family, closed in late 2010. The Weissbgerbers are not involved in the new venture. Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.