An pub, a type of bar originally from BritainAn Alcohol bar in Dublin, Ireland
A bar is a building or business where alcoholicdrinks (such as beer, wine, or liquor) are served. Bars are also found in pubs and nightclubs. They may also serve snack food. In most countries, bars are regulated and licenced by the regional or local governments, which establish laws regarding the opening hours and serving policies. In Canada and the United States, a liquor tax is placed on the sales of alcoholic beverages.