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Richard's Bar

491 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60610

(312) 733-2251

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Chicago’s Essential Dive Bars

By Eater Staff August 14

A red and white awning outside a dive bar with a sign that reads “Richard’s Bar.”

Infamous River West Dive Bar Openly Defies Pandemic Rules With Indoor Service

By Naomi Waxman December 10, 2020

The family of Kenneth Paterimos, the man slain in February outside of Richard’s Bar, protest police response in March.

Richard’s Bar Sued by Family of Slain Stabbing Victim

By Ashok Selvam August 5, 2020

A white paper sign hangs in the window of a restaurant.

Senate to Vote on $2 Trillion Stimulus Package Which Should Help Restaurants

By Naomi Waxman March 25, 2020

A man who attended March 3’s protest outside Richard’s Bar holds a sign in memory of the stabbing victim.

Richard’s Bar Murder Suspect Granted $250K Bail

By Ashok Selvam March 24, 2020

The exterior of a restaurant with a sidewalk sign.

Chicago Chefs Await Congressional Aid Package

By Ashok Selvam March 23, 2020

A lighted bar sign hanging from the bar.

Neighbor Calls Police on Bar Claiming Tavern was Serving Drinks

By Naomi Waxman March 20, 2020

A plate of fried chicken and french fries smothered in sauce.

Mild Sauce is Now the Subject of a Cultural Appropriation Discussion

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam March 6, 2020

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Family, friends and supporters protest outside Richard’s Bar, demanding justice for Kenneth Paterimos, Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Kenneth was fatally stabbed outside Richard’s Bar last month. | Tyler LaRiviere/Sun-Times

Richard’s Bar Stabbing Suspect Charged With Second-Degree Murder

By Ashok Selvam March 4, 2020

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Exterior of a dive bar

Murder Warrant Issued for Richard’s Bar Stabbing Suspect

By Naomi Waxman March 2, 2020

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A series of draft handles

Chicago’s Off Color Brewing to Raise Funds for MolsonCoors Shooting Victims

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam February 28, 2020

A bar from the street

River West Dive Bar Stabbing Suspect Released After Claiming Self Defense

By Naomi Waxman February 25, 2020

Dive Bar Power Hour: Richard's Bar

By Jeffy Mai October 23, 2014

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Cocktail Confidential: Chicago Bartenders Reveal Their Favorite Hidden Gems

By Daniel Gerzina October 30, 2013

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Where to Find the 16 Most Iconic Dive Bars in Chicago

By Jeffy Mai November 27, 2012

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