A pub (short for public house) is a drinking establishment licensed to serve alcoholic drinks for consumption on the premises. The term first appeared in the late 17th century, and was used to differentiate private houses from those which were open to the public as alehouses, taverns and inns.
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What exactly is a pub?
public house, byname pub, an establishment providing alcoholic beverages to be consumed on the premises.
What is a pub vs bar?
Pubs are mainly a place to get a meal and some drinks to go alongside it, while bars focus more on alcohol and higher-quality liquor.
What is a pub lounge?
A pub or a bar might just serve alcohol to its patrons, and provide loud live music – a rowdy environment indeed! A lounge, on the other hand, may or may not serve food. The lounge may have an extensive drink menu that sets it apart from the often-sleazy pub or bar atmosphere.
Is a tavern a pub?
Both pubs and taverns are drinking establishments where pub is a shortened name for public houses. While pubs have a British influence, tavern is a word that has American influence. Pubs serve alcoholic drinks and soft drinks only, whereas taverns are known also to serve food to their customers.