Richard's Bar
491 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
(312) 733-2251
Customers' Favorites
Hard Boiled Egg with a Schlitz
Cigarettes
Miller
Recent Reviews
The vibe here is incredible. If you’re lucky you’ll catch Tony behind the bar. A friend told me about this place when I was coming to town, and I’m so glad I stopped in because I had one of the best nights out. This bar feels like it carries so much character and culture. A great mix of locals and folks passing through. Incredible music and patrons who appreciate good music. The bartender Tony is outstanding at his job, it was a treat to meet him and watch him interact...
This place is not a dive bar by any stretch. It’s a time capsule to 1955 and looks like it belongs in a Mad Men episode. the bartenders look like they would have reached retirement age 65 years ago. Don’t look for friendly and invite- although no one was rude - but they aren’t Sam Malones either. But that’s ok. Enjoy the original peephole doors, the ancient photos and the nicotine painted menu board with plastic moveable numbers and letters. Soak it all in.
Tony, Jay, and Steve are true masters of their trade.
I would happily fly back 7 hours from Dublin for another night in Richard’s.