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Posted on July 31, 2026July 31, 2026

Small Bites: Billy Ray’s Dive Bar, Eyesore, Gelato, and More

Taco's at Billy Ray's Dive Bar? Nope, tacos from Robo Taco.
Tacos at Robo Taco back in 2017.

Billy Ray’s Dive Bar opens Saturday, August 1. From a press release: “After decades in the iconic location at the old red house at 2216 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Billy Ray’s Dive Bar is moving around the corner to 835 NE Broadway.” This is the old Black Water Bar space.

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