Definition of dramshopnext
as in tavern
a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises according to the state's dramshop laws, anyone who serves alcohol automatically incurs certain liabilities

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Recent Examples of dramshop From Boston and Salem to Amherst and Portland, Maine, whether the theme is 1920s flapper or 1990s Gothic, hidden dramshops have proliferated over the last several years, as cocktail culture chases the allure of secrecy. James Sullivan, BostonGlobe.com, 13 Apr. 2023
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Noun
  • Head to Bayzo’s Pub on the lower level of The Mansion for an English tavern vibe, family-friendly pub fare, and live music some nights during the summer season.
    Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 23 June 2026
  • Leavenworth With its Bavarian-style architecture, mountain views, and taverns doling out steins of German beer and traditional dishes like käsespätzle, this small town in central Washington evokes an Alpine village.
    Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • The following spots in and around the downtown core range from pubs packed with England supporters to comfy stadium-style viewing parties.
    Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
  • Beneath are the roofs and cobbled streets of the medieval Old Town, where ancient pubs stand among jewelers specializing in local jet.
    Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • The estate’s centerpiece is a speakeasy-style of saloon designed as a private entertainment space.
    David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026
  • In the evening, Banff’s newest late-night spot, The Dusty Boot Saloon, channels cowboy country motifs through nostalgic saloon energy and a lively dance hall, stage for live music and hidden lounges.
    Kristin Braswell, USA Today, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • Television executives say those viewers have always been watching at bars, restaurants and other locations, so now the ratings are a more accurate reflection of the real audience size.
    Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 29 June 2026
  • The invading army of World Cup tourists love our hospitality, barbeque, ranch dressing, bars, superstores, fast food and our all-around coolness.
    Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026

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“Dramshop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dramshop. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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