taprooms

noun

plural of taproom
as in taverns
a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises the local taproom is required by law to serve food as well

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Recent Examples of taprooms Meanwhile, Boston did its part to make visiting fans feel at home, so much so that a mutual admiration society took root during the Tartan Army’s brief takeover of Beantown’s taprooms. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 17 July 2026 In addition to the taprooms, Chainline beers can be found around Washington State. — Don Tse, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026 On the next street over, stop in at Pelican Brewing Company—one of several taprooms on the coast, including their beachfront brewery in nearby Pacific City. — Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026 Pubs, bars, breweries and taprooms are, in fact, the perfect places for getting together for a beer and spending time talking, playing games, watching sports or just enjoying each other’s company. — Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 In addition to the delightfully varied beer menu, the taprooms serve up tasty fare like Jägerschnitzel and vindaloo curry. — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026 Rewild is now available on draft and in four-packs at all five Pure Project taprooms throughout San Diego County and at select retailers. — Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 Wander around Merchants Square, where 100-year-old general stores share sidewalks with contemporary boutiques and trendy taprooms. — Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026 The Princess of Wales and Prince William had a day of outings together on March 12, including a stop by Fabal Beerhall on the Bermondsey Beer Mile, home to several craft breweries and taprooms. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for taprooms
  1. taverns
  2. pubs
  3. saloons
  4. bars
  5. nightclubs
Noun
  • The smaller, working-class towns that dot the southeast part of the county are filled with the types of pubs and taverns that give a place character.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 6 July 2026
  • Widely regarded as the country's culinary capital—a remarkable distinction in a nation renowned for its gastronomy—the city has earned a reputation for its traditional bouchons (taverns), bustling food halls, and world-class restaurants.
    — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026
Definition of taverns
Noun
  • Ulf wants what most men want, especially middle-aged single men with lots of friends at pubs.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Rising costs and taxes are among the reasons why pubs are feeling financial pressure, said Emma McClarkin, chief executive of the BBPA.
    — Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Definition of pubs
Noun
  • Chinese mega-corps BYD is making huge inroads in European markets with its technically accomplished saloons and SUVs.
    — Jason Barlow, Robb Report, 13 July 2026
  • By 1884, a map of the Central Business District shows hotels, saloons, dry goods shops, cigar manufacturers, and stores selling everything from shoes, to jewelry and even a winemaker.
    — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026
Definition of saloons
Noun
  • Across the country, rooftop bars are extending their hours, restaurants are debuting fresh menu offerings and final calls at happy hours become the soundtrack for the night, marking the final weeks of summer.
    — Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • For many, the Salted Nut Roll and Nut Goodie bars carried memories that lasted long after the wrapper was gone.
    — Frankie McLister, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of bars
Noun
  • The Fort Worth City Council approved a $31 million incentive package for the company in that same month as part of an effort to bring more office development to the area at a time when West 7th was primarily known for its bars and nightclubs.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
  • The city has several hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and shops.
    — Chinatsu Tsuji, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026
Definition of nightclubs

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“Taprooms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taprooms. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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