The team behind LoLo American Kitchen and Craft Bar is at it again, with another restaurant project in downtown Stillwater. This time they are collaborating with another area business — 45th Parallel Distillery in New Richmond, Wis. — to open a distillery and bar and restaurant (227 S. Main Street), three doors north of LoLo.

The space, which has been several businesses over the years, including a jewelry store, and an Eagles bar and still currently houses a barbershop in the back, will be two adjoining operations that will have separate entrances.

One part of the operation — the entrance facing Main Street — will be a restaurant and bar. LoLo co-owner/general manager Joe Ehlenz said while the spot will serve craft cocktails, the food menu is still being determined. A separate entrance facing the St. Croix River will host a 45th Parallel tasting room and distillery. That will serve as a second distillery location for 45th Parallel.

“(The collaboration) seemed right for the space,” Ehlenz said. “They’re making delicious spirits. We can work hand in hand with them.”

Renovation of the space is underway and if all goes well, Ehlenz said the spot, which still has yet to be named, could open before the end of the year.