: a bar (as at a wedding reception) at which drinks are served free compare cash bar
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They had a buffet and an open bar at the reception.
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The pavilion has organized a series of performers for this week, and had an open bar upstairs near a flowering tree.—ABC News, 5 May 2026 In contrast to typical airline food drowning in salt and sauces, the culinary offerings aboard Aero are a delight, with meals created in partnership with Erewhon, Spago, Parm, Sadelle’s and Flora Farms along with an open bar of top-shelf spirits and Veuve Clicquot champagne.—Beth Landman, HollywoodReporter, 28 Apr. 2026 The 21-and-older event will include an open bar, food, music, DJ listening rooms, art installations and more.—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026 Guests could treat themselves to a complimentary Grey Goose espresso martini from multiple open bars.—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for open bar