509 Bar Name Ideas

If you’re starting a bar business, congratulations! You have an exciting journey ahead. You also have a host of decisions to make, and one of the most important is choosing your business name. The name will be the first impression that people will have of your bar, so your decision should be made with careful consideration.

Choosing a winning name is not always easy, but luckily, you’ll find valuable tips and suggestions in this handy guide.

We’ve done some work and come up with some business name suggestions for your bar. They’re divided into categories so that you can choose a name that fits your brand’s personality.

Classy

1. The Velvet Lounge
2. Crystal Chalice Tavern
3. Elegance & Elixirs
4. Noir Nectar Bar
5. Enchantia
6. Moonlit Melange
7. Starry Sip Speakeasy
8. Opulent Overture
9. Kingsmen Tavern
10. The Gilded Goblet
11. Legacy Libations
12. Celestial Sips
13. Luxe Legacy
14. The Noble Nook
15. Timeless Tipple Terrace
16. Shaken, Not Stirred
17. Sophisticate’s Spirits
18. Classic Crystal Cove
19. Aurora Ambrosia

Catchy

20. Cheers & Charms
21. The Tipsy Top Hat
22. Sip ‘n Shine
23. Pubbabubba
24. Barrel & Boardwalk Bar
25. Whiskey Whirlwind
26. The Rusty Anchor Pub
27. Hullabaloo House
28. Neon Nights Oasis
29. The Crafty Cask Corner
30. Electric Ember Lounge
31. Starstruck Sips
32. Liquid Laughter
33. The Roaring Cork
34. Thirsty Thyme Tavern
35. Neon Nectar
36. Funky Fusion Flask

Unique

37. The Laughing Hyena
38. The Donkey’s Tail
39. The Four-Toed Sloths
40. The Unicorn’s Horn
41. Wobblin’ Warthogs
42. Tail-Eating Snake’s Den
43. The One-Legged Doghouse
44. The Shedding Chameleon
45. Hippo Yawms
46. Not Your Momma’s Bar
47. Sagacious Saggers
48. Jagerbombs Aplomb
49. Raving Sycophants
50. Ouroboros

Members-Only

51. Constellation Cabaret
52. The Private Parlor
53. Velvet Rope Vault
54. Enclave Elixirs
55. The Inner Circle Inn
56. The Members’ Manor
57. Elite Libations Lounge
58. The Reserve Refuge
59. Keyholders’ Clubhouse
60. The Prestige Pub
61. The VIP Vintage Venue
62. Secret Society Sips
63. The Exclusivity Exchange
64. Confidential Cork
65. The Hush-Hush Hideaway
66. Members’ Mixology Mansion
67. The Privilege Parlour
68. The Classy Coterie
69. Red-Carpet Recline
70. The Gated Gathering

Local

71. Chicago Corner Tap
72. Springfield Spigot
73. Kearney Nectar Nook
74. Allston Ale Alcove
75. Neighborhood Nectars
76. Kneeland Street Tavern
77. Palm Springs Watering Hole
78. Aspen Street Swig n’ Twirl
79. Tampa Taprool Trail
80. Scottsdale Bottle and Barrel
81. Minneapolis Mug & Mingle
82. St. Louis Spirit Shack
83. Tahoe Lakeside Libations

Karaoke

84. Rock n’ Roll Refinery
85. Throat Goats
86. The Jukebox Jamboree
87. Hokey Pokey Karaoke
88. Make Some Noise!
89. StarStrum Karaoke Lounge
90. Acapellists
91. Crooners’ Cove Karaoke
92. Songbird Serenade
93. Encore Echo Karaoke
94. Melody Mania Bar
95. NoteWorthy Karaoke Club
96. SingFling Karaoke Bar
97. Pitch Perfect Karaoke
98. Virtuoso Vocal Venue
99. Mic Magic Melodies
100. Karaoke Carnival
101. VocalVibes Karaoke
102. Harmony High Karaoke
103. TuneTopia Karaoke Hub
104. Lyric Lounge
105. SongCrafters Karaoke
106. Karaoke Cascades
107. Serenade Station
108. Karaoke Carousel
109. Croon & Swoon Karaoke
110. SongSurge Karaoke Club
111. Harmony House of Hits
112. NoteNation Karaoke Den
113. SingSational Karaoke
114. Lyrically Yours Karaoke

Themed

115. The Speakeasy Safari
116. Retro Revival Tavern
117. Sci-Fi Sips Lounge
118. Medieval Mead Hall
119. Tiki Time Warp Bar
120. Carnival Carousel Cocktails
121. Western Whiskey Ranch
122. Egyptian Oasis Elixirs
123. Art Deco Decanter Den
124. Pirate’s Plunder Pub
125. Underwater Odyssey Oyster Bar
126. Wild West Whiskey Wrangler
127. Futuristic Fusion Flask
128. Roaring Twenties Revelry
129. Outer Space Sip Station
130. Viking Valor Vessel
131. Hollywood Glamour Goblet
132. Ancient Alchemist Alehouse
133. Jazz Age Julep Joint
134. Steampunk Steamship Soiree
135. Retro Roller Rink Rum
136. Casino Royale Cocktails
137. Disco Fever Drinkery

Sports

138. GameTime Tavern
139. Goooooaaaaaaal!
140. Victory Vortex Sports Bar
141. Gridiron Grill & Goals
142. Hoop Haven Sports Pub
143. Touchdown Tap House
144. Net Ninjas Sports Lounge
145. Puck & Play Sports Bistro
146. Slam Dunk Sips
147. Rivalry Row Sports Bar
148. Field of Dreams Pub
149. Home Run Hideaway
150. Sideline Spirits Sports Lounge
151. Soccer Stadium Sips
152. Fastbreak Fanatics Bar
153. Tennis Court Tavern
154. Alpine Athlete Alehouse
155. Slam Serve & Spike Sports Bar
156. Bullseye Brews & Darts

Singles Bar

157. The Connection
158. Unite & Sip
159. One’s Company
160. MeetUp & Sip
161. Lonely Hearts Lounge
162. Singles Junction
163. MingleMix
164. UniteDrinks
165. BlendBar
166. VibeConnect
167. UnitySips
168. MixSolo
169. SoloSocial
170. MixMeets
171. Alone Alehouse
172. Mingle Manor

Wine

173. Vintage Vineyard Vault
174. Cellar Serenity
175. The Grapevine Grotto
176. Cork & Conversation
177. Elegance Uncorked
178. Fine Winery
179. Sip & Soiree Cellar
180. The Wine Wagon
181. Vinoteca Viva
182. Clink & Cabernet
183. Refined Riesling Retreat
184. Redtide
185. Merlot Melodies
186. Pinot & Palate Parlour
187. Wine Enchantment
188. Rustic Redwood Revelry
189. Chardonnay Charm
190. Bordeaux Bliss Bodega
191. Symphony of Sips
192. The Cork Chronicles
193. Wine & Roses Retreat
194. The Sip & Swirl Soiree
195. Grapes & Goblets
196. Sip & Serenade Cellar
197. Wineglass Whispers
198. The Wine Willow

Whiskey

199. DramDen
200. BourbonRoost
201. TavernTannin
202. CaskCraze
203. Golden Glint Lounge
204. Barrel & Bond
205. Tumbler’s Terrace
206. Dram Dwellers Bar
207. Golden Age Sips
208. Taste of Time
209. Smoked Spirit Saloon
210. Barley & Barrel
211. Gentleman’s Grains
212. Oak & Elixir
213. Toast of Tradition
214. Prohibition Palace
215. Rye Refuge

Gothic Absinthe

216. Obsidian Absinthe
217. Shadowed Spirals
218. Serpent’s Sip Absinthe
219. Veil & Vines
220. Nocturnal Nectar
221. Moonlit Draughts
222. Abyssal Absinthe
223. Moonlit Mystique
224. Witching Hour Absinthe
225. Enigma Elixirs
226. Absinthe Nocturne
227. Dark Decanter
228. Cryptic Casks
229. Arcane Aperitif
230. Phantom Fountains
231. Dark Delights Tavern
232. Sinister Spirits
233. Ebon Enchantments
234. Cursed Chalice
235. Spectral Sips
236. Eerie Euphoria

Jazz

237. Des Moines Brews and Blues
238. The Solo Sax
239. All Together Now!
240. One, Two, One Two Three Four…
241. Jazz & Julep Junction
242. Swing & Serenade
243. Saxophone Serenity
244. Groove & Grind Jazz Den
245. All That Jazz
246. Rhythmic Reverie Room
247. Bebop Bliss Bistro
248. The Jazz Jam Jar
249. Melodic Moments Mixer
250. Scat & Snaps Soiree
251. Smooth Jazz Oasis
252. Bluesy Bourbon & Brass
253. Swingin’ Sips Club
254. Crescent City Jazz Cellar
255. Bluesapalooza
256. Jazz Noir Nook
257. Trumpet & Tunes Tavern
258. Bluesy Brews & Beats
259. Jazz on the Rocks
260. The Swing & Swirl Saloon
261. Jazz Note Nirvana
262. The Velvet Vibes Venue
263. Jazz Virtuoso Vino
264. Syncopation Serenity
265. Soulful Solos Speakeasy
266. Jazz Alley Alcove
267. Velveteen Vibes

Rustic

268. TimberTavern
269. CabinCask
270. RusticRevelry
271. OakHaven Bar
272. CozyNook Alehouse
273. WhiskeyWood Tavern
274. RusticRidge Pub
275. LogFire Lounge
276. Barnyard Brews
277. VintageVine Bar
278. Wilderness Whiskey
279. StoneHearth Saloon
280. Timber & Taps
281. Fireside Flasks
282. Homestead Hops
283. Sip & Sawmill
284. CedarShack Saloon
285. The Rusty Barrel
286. Rugged Ridge Pub

Pub & Brewery

287. Hop Haven
288. Barrel & Hops Brewing Co.
289. Pintopia
290. Hopster
291. Crafted Crest Brewing
292. The Hopsmiths
293. BrewVibe
294. NanoBrew Nexus
295. BrewCrafted Creations
296. Frothy Fox
297. Ale Artisans
298. The Brew Brigade
299. Lush Leaf Brewery
300. Bubbling Brews Boutique
301. Alescape
302. Pint Prodigy Brewing
303. Maltopia
304. SipWise
305. The Crafted Cask Collective
306. Fermenter’s Forge
307. Brewisphere
308. Whisk & Wort Microbrews
309. Brewsmith’s Barrelhouse
310. Brew Bloom
311. Brewsy Bee
312. The Brewful Bungalow

Cocktail

313. Mixology Mirage Lounge
314. Quenchify
315. Bartender’s Choice
316. Fizzology
317. Cocktail Chronicles
318. Spirited Sips & Stories
319. Bitters & Bliss Bar
320. Fizzology
321. Garnish & Goblet
322. Mojito Magic
323. Crafted and Curated Cocktails
324. Sip & Style
325. The Cocktail Carousel
326. SipSociety
327. Tincture & Toast Tavern
328. Citrus & Spice Sips
329. Swizzle & Savor Bar
330. Cocktales
331. Zest & Zestfulness
332. Bubbles & Brio Bar
333. The Crafted Concoction
334. Stem & Spirit Soiree
335. Cocktail Canvas Club
336. The Zesty Zestology
337. Frothy & Fragrant
338. Symphony of Spirits

Mexican

339. Agave Fiesta
340. Tequila Traditions
341. Cerveza Cantina
342. Mariachi Mezcal
343. Salsa y Sabor
344. Taco Tequilera
345. Ranchero Rhythms
346. Margarita Mansion
347. Sombrero Spirits
348. Fiesta Fuego
349. Puebla Pub
350. Tortilla Tavern
351. Sabor Mexicano
352. Jalapeño Junction
353. Aztec Alehouse
354. Cinco de Mayo Cantina
355. El Grito Bar
356. Tamales y Tequila
357. Guacamole Grove
358. Sangria Sol

Irish Pub

359. Shamrock Tavern
360. Celtic Hearth
361. Emerald Whiskey House
362. Dublin Dugout
363. Leprechaun’s Lair
364. Galway Gathering
365. Finnegan’s Forge
366. Kilkenny Corner
367. Cork & Cask
368. O’Malley’s Oasis
369. Clover Clubhouse
370. Sláinte Saloon
371. Banshee’s Bar
372. Donegal Draught
373. Tipperary Taproom
374. Molly Malone’s
375. Connemara Corner
376. Ballyhoo Pub
377. Whiskey River Inn
378. The Pint & Piper

English Pub

379. The Merry Scholar
380. The Crimson Crown
381. The Noble Goblet
382. The Whimsical Whistle
383. The Dapper Drake
384. The Golden Griffin
385. The Velvet Tankard
386. The Rustic Rose
387. The Plaid Parlor
388. The Silver Stag
389. The Waggish Wench
390. The Quaint Quill
391. The Jolly Jester
392. The Posh Piper
393. The Royal Raven
394. The Charming Chalice

Beach Bar

395. Sandsplash
396. Seaside Sips
397. AquaLounge
398. Beach Breeze Bar
399. Tropical Tide Tavern
400. Sunset Sippers
401. Shoreline Spirits
402. Wavefront Wharf
403. Sandbar Oasis
404. Island Imbibes
405. Coastal Cabana
406. Surfside Sips
407. Oceanfront Oasis
408. Palm Paradise Pub
409. Seashell Sips
410. Sunset Serenade
411. Beachcomber’s Brew
412. Lagoon Libations
413. Seaglass Sippers

Hookah Bar

414. Inhale, Exhale
415. Sigh of Relief
416. Aromatica
417. Shisha Serenity Lounge
418. Cloud 9 Hookah Haven
419. Arabian Nights Oasis
420. Exhale Euphoria
421. Smoke & Sip
422. EpicClouds
423. The Hookah Hideout
424. Sultana’s Shisha Lounge
425. Mystical Mist Hub
426. Oasis Odyssey Hookah Lounge
427. Puff & Ponder Parlor
428. Breezy Bazaar Bar
429. The Hubble Bubble Lounge
430. Smokey Serenade Soiree
431. Hookah Harmony Haven
432. Shisha Siren’s Cove
433. The Hookah Hacienda
434. Lush Lattice Lounge
435. Vapor Vortex
436. Whispers & Waterpipes
437. The Shisha Shangri-La

Biker Bar

438. Piston
439. Wrench and Waddle Pub
440. SteelHorse Saloon
441. WrenchWorks
442. Rebel
443. Badlands Biker Ba
444. Chopper Cheers
445. ChromeChapel
446. Sprocket
447. Gasoline Grotto
448. RevVault
449. Burnout Bunker
450. Blaze
451. Rider’s Refuge
452. Axle
453. MotoMarauder’s Pub
454. Cruiser’s Cove
455. Bolt & Barrel Bar
456. Motorcycle Mayhem
457. IronHide
458. RumbleRoadhouse
459. Gearhead Galore
460. Iron Horse Inn
461. V-Twin Venue
462. Outlaw Oasis
463. ThunderFuel
464. RevvedRider Rest
465. RumbleZone
466. Grit & Gears Tavern
467. Two-Wheel Oasis
468. SaddleUp Tavern

Zero-Alcohol

469. SoberSips Lounge
470. RefreshRendezvous
471. ClearElixir Tavern
472. ZeroProof Social
473. PureSpirit Pub
474. MindfulMixer
475. Oasis Onyx Bar
476. Crystal Clear Tavern
477. SansSpirit Lounge
478. ClearCraze Corner
479. BlissfulBar
480. Temperance Taproom
481. ZenZero Hub
482. Tranquil Tipples
483. PurePlunge Pub
484. No Proof Nook
485. Refreshment Retreat
486. Clean Slate Saloon

Funny

487. Brew Ha-Ha
488. Gin and Grin
489. Chuckles & Chardonnay
490. Comedy Keg House
491. Laugh & Lager Lounge
492. Pint of Puns Pub
493. Tipsy Titters Taproom
494. On the Rocks Tavern
495. Wine Down & Relax
496. Hopportunity Knocks
497. Sake to Me Lounge
498. The Ale’s Well
499. Haha Hops House
500. Wine Not Whine
501. Hops and Dreams
502. Shots ‘n’ Giggles
503. Pint of No Return
504. Gin and Bear It
505. Tequila Mockingbird
506. Whiskey Business
507. The Rum Diary
508. Booze Clues
509. The Mule Mile

How to Choose a Name for Your Bar

Here are some key factors to consider when choosing your bar’s business name.

1. Check Name Availability

When you come up with name options, you’ll want to make sure that they’re available and that they stand out from competitor names. You don’t want to copy competitors by choosing a name similar to theirs.

You’ll need to do a business name search on your state’s Secretary of State’s website to see if the name is available. The search will also show similar names, so you can ensure that your name is unique in your state.

Also, check the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s website to confirm that the name is not trademarked.

2. Check Your State’s Business Name Regulations

Each state has rules regarding business names, often restricting words such as “bank” or “university.” Some states have stricter rules than others; for example, Michigan has a long list of prohibited words. You should be able to find your state’s rules on the Secretary of State’s website.

As an establishment that serves alcohol, you’ll naturally need the appropriate license from the local authorities. While you’re applying, be sure to check if your area has additional mandatory rules about including words like “bar” in your name, or distinguishing the types of alcohol you serve.

Upon creating an LLC, it’s mandatory to have either “LLC,” “limited liability company,” or “limited liability” as part of its official name. This ensures clarity and compliance with naming conventions for such entities.

3. Choose a Name with Relevance

Your name should be relevant to your bar. It should also reflect your business mission and your brand’s identity. Often, if you write down a description of your brand identity, you’ll come up with words that have the potential to be used in your business name.

4. Keep It Simple

Your name should be easy to say so that it’s more memorable. After all, your customers might be a bit more forgetful after a few drinks! 

It should also be easy to spell so that people can search for your bar business online. 

5. Short and Unique

Short, unique, and catchy names tend to stand out. Think Google, which is so catchy and unique that it’s become a verb!

6. Get Feedback

Family and friends can give you an outside perspective on your bar’s business name. They can offer suggestions and give you feedback on the names you have in mind.

7. Allow for Expansion

As your business grows, you may expand into new alcohol or food offerings, or offer additional recreational activities, such as games in your bar, so you don’t want a business name that’s too narrow.  For example, “Tim’s Bar” would be more inclusive than “Tim’s Hard Spirits.” 

The name should also have timeless appeal. Don’t try to capture a trend — trends continuously change, and you don’t want a name that could become outdated. 

8. .com is Best

You’ll want to check to make sure that the .com domain name is available for your chosen name. Domain names ending in .com generally reflect more credibility than alternatives. Use our Domain Name Search Tool to find an available website name and get the perfect domain name for your business.

9. Use Keywords to Boost SEO

You’ll want your name to be SEO-friendly to boost your organic search engine rankings. Having the word “bar,” “tavern,” or “pub” in the full name of your business will help you appear in searches, especially if your business name is quite unique.

10. How Does it Sound?

Say the name out loud to see how it rolls off the tongue. Is it pleasant? Does it evoke positivity? You’d be surprised how different a name sounds when you say it compared to when you think it. 

11. Appeal to Emotions

Names that evoke positive emotions can create a connection with your target customers. You want them to feel good about your bar. Think of names that evoke a sense of fun, relaxation, or a good time.

Common Questions

How can I make my bar business name stand out?

Historically, taverns used to have quite unusual and colorful names so that people who couldn’t read could still identify the bar by its logo — think of names like “Bunch of Carrots” or “The Lion’s Maw.”

Having an equally imaginative bar name would all be in good spirit of the drink, and would certainly help your tipsy patrons remember your name in the morning.

What should I consider when choosing a name for my bar?

Consider uniqueness, memorability, and relevance when selecting a name for your bar. Your bar’s name should be easy to remember, reflect the ambiance or theme you want to convey and stand out from competitors. To avoid confusion, it’s also essential to ensure that nobody in your area uses the same or similar name.

Can I use my name or location in my bar business name?

Absolutely! In fact, if you’re going for a cozy local bar, using your own name (“Jimmy’s Bar”) or the neighborhood name (“South Cove Spirits”) would be an excellent way to market your bar as a gathering place for the local community.

How can I make my bar’s name reflect its theme or atmosphere?

To make your bar’s name reflect its theme or atmosphere, brainstorm words, phrases, or imagery associated with the vibe you want to create. For example, if you’re going for a rustic, country-themed bar, words like “barn,” “western,” or “rustic” could be incorporated into the name. Ensure that the name conveys the mood and experience patrons can expect when visiting your bar.

Are there any legal considerations for naming my new bar?

Yes, there are legal considerations when naming your bar. Checking for trademarks and copyrights is essential to ensure your chosen name is not already protected. Consult with a legal expert or trademark attorney to help you navigate these issues and avoid potential legal disputes down the road.