as in tavern
a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises
we spent an interesting evening in that desert town's lone cantina
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Recent Examples of cantina
So when might Idahoans enjoy tacos and margaritas in their shiny new grill and cantina?
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 13 Apr. 2026
The cantina is known for its margaritas and fresh, handmade tortillas.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Jan. 2026
The Encore Room will also be turned into a Mexican cantina, which will offer margaritas.
—Rashad Alexander
december 26, Kansas City Star, 26 Dec. 2025
Kris Kristofferson once attempted to bribe a maître d’ to let Crowe into a cantina for an interview, for example.
—Mackenzie Farkus, Christian Science Monitor, 14 Nov. 2025
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 13 Apr. 2026
The cantina is known for its margaritas and fresh, handmade tortillas.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Jan. 2026
The Encore Room will also be turned into a Mexican cantina, which will offer margaritas.
—Rashad Alexander
december 26, Kansas City Star, 26 Dec. 2025
Kris Kristofferson once attempted to bribe a maître d’ to let Crowe into a cantina for an interview, for example.
—Mackenzie Farkus, Christian Science Monitor, 14 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cantina
Noun
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Joseph Brewster turned the house into a tavern and store during the War for Independence when it was frequented by British soldiers stationed in the area.—
Catherine Sabino,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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One of the greatest taverns and most impactful nightclubs in the history of this toddlin’ town, the Green Mill sits near the corner of Lawrence and Broadway, at night its neon sign a welcoming beacon.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Both Gavin Pierce and Mckiddie say Kimball and Sterling Pierce spent time at the pub where the fundraiser was held.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Glasgow also has plenty of pubs and restaurant options, many of which have live music on some nights of the week.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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The private saloon is a speakeasy, only open to in-the-know locals and guests of LMR.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Fitzpatrick has pointed to the saloon’s string of viral controversies as a calling card in the crowded race.—
Noah Daly,
Idaho Statesman,
11 June 2026
Noun
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After the show, Daniel and Louis meet at a hotel bar.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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Every bar and many bodegas were showing the game.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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“Cantina.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cantina. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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