hash house

Definition of hash housenext

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Recent Examples of hash house Founded in 1944 by Sammy Powell, the hash house was later owned by Khalid Farhoud, who passed it on in 1996. Kat Tran updated July 25, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2025 Tangier is more than just colonial patina and hash houses. Graham H. Cornwell, Washington Post, 8 Apr. 2023 Sensing her discomfort, Young offered her some memorably sage advice: ‘This is just another hash house on the road to success. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hash house
Noun
  • An island snack bar and breakfast area are great for quick bites.
    Mark David, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2026
  • After strenuous hours of hiking, you’re greeted with shower access, cozy beds, and an on-site dining hall and snack bar.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Tampa lunch counter sit-in Arthenia Joyner became a prominent lawyer, and a Florida state senator.
    Martha Teichner, CBS News, 18 Jan. 2026
  • By the mid-20th century, the pharmacist was both scientist and confidant, often doubling as the soda jerk or lunch counter host.
    Seth Joseph, Forbes.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The event, held at a steak house, had an open buffet with oysters, king prawns, ceviche, and other treats.
    Alex Reisner, The Atlantic, 14 Dec. 2025
  • Beyond the piste, there’s a surprisingly diverse array of restaurants and bars to fill your time—from sushi and Thai spots, to steak houses and whiskey bars.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Besides, as my friends at them noted, the Condé Nast cafeteria—where my coworkers regularly eat mid sushi—plays a pivotal role on this show.
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
  • That Meghan Trainor scene, which happens to take place in the Condé Nast cafeteria?
    Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2026

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“Hash house.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hash%20house. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.

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