cocktail lounge

noun

: a public room (as in a hotel, club, or restaurant) where cocktails and other drinks are served

Examples of cocktail lounge in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Stepping into the venue felt more like entering a swanky cocktail lounge, with bar snacks and cocktails at the ready. — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

French Quarter mainstays include a mix of dive bars and craft cocktail lounges with a centralized location that draws both residents and visitors alike. — Kristin Braswell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026

The speakeasy-style cocktail lounge at The Residences at Six Fisher Island sits just off the Chef’s Table private dining room. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2026

This cocktail lounge aims to transport guests back to the roaring ‘20s, with Jazz Age accents, jewel-tone decor, and classic cocktails like the Vesper. — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above