An Homage-themed bar might seem odd to some, but not to anyone who knows the retail brand’s founder, Ryan Vesler.

“I’ve been talking about this for a long time,” he said.

Vesler thought his affinity for retro designs and old school ephemera would translate well to a space where the primary business isn’t selling throwback T-shirts and comfy sweatpants.

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