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About Us
The Lounge
Before opening in May 2008, Jeff Gillum previously owned and operated 7 bars and entertainment establishments spanning nearly two decades. As a former EKU football player and graduate, Jeff saw a need for a full-service restaurant and bar in Richmond that offered a fun / family dining experience in addition to the up-scale bar/lounge atmosphere.
Home of the Mark Elder Radio Show – Tuesday’s 7pm (during season)
All major sports packages on our large screens and 30 plasma TVs
2 private, multi-functional banquet rooms
Free wireless internet
On-site and off-site catering
Delivery service full menu
Free limousine service to and from restaurant on Friday and Saturday nights (based on availability)
Limousine service available to any regional event
Strong supporter of local charities such as Hospice Care Plus, which Gillum’s has helped raise well over $10,000.00 since opening in 2008
Proud sponsor of Madison County athletics
Proud sponsor of Richmond Little League
Proud corporate sponsor of Eastern Kentucky University
Meet The Owner
Jeff graduated from M.C. Napier High School in Hazard in 1987 and was recruited to play football at EKU. He graduated from EKU in 1991 and opened Player’s Club on Water Street. The legend begins! Before opening Gillum’s Sports Lounge on Derby Weekend in 2008, Jeff Gillum previously owned and operated 7 bars and entertainment establishments in Madison, Clark and Mason counties, spanning nearly two decades. Jeff’s passion is to see people have a great time. He saw a need for a full-service restaurant and bar in Richmond that offered a fun / family dining experience, while also offering the up-scale bar scene. When he is not at the restaurant, Jeff spends most of his free time with his son, Colten.