Synonyms of pub

pub

noun

ˈpəb 

as in tavern

a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises

coworkers enjoying the convivial atmosphere of the Irish pub

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tavern
• saloon
• bar
• nightclub
• café
• barroom
• taproom
• dramshop
• cabaret
• watering place
• cantina
• gin mill
• watering hole
• bistro
• public house
• alehouse
• brewpub
• roadhouse
• grogshop
• speakeasy
• joint
• sports bar
• dive
• wineshop
• barrelhouse
• package store
• bottle club

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pub

Nipping down to the pizzeria ‘sotto casa’ (on the doorstep) is a bit like popping into your local pub for a pint, a cheap and cheerful night out with friends and neighbours and a chance to catch up on the local gossip. — Nicky Swallow, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026

The post included sweet shots of Meghan cuddling McKee Zajfen’s infant son, Jack, during a cozy pub meal, as well as Harry getting down on the floor to play with the baby boy. — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026

Rose Tattoo was the quintessential Aussie pub rock band, and induction into the ARIA Hall of Fame came in Rose Tattoo was in 2006, in a class that included Helen Reddy. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026

This news comes after the pub filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in July, according to the Sacramento Business Journal. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026