bistro

noun bis·tro \ˈbēs-(ˌ)trō, ˈbis-\

: a small restaurant or bar

plural bistros

Full Definition of BISTRO

: a small or unpretentious restaurant

a : a small bar or tavern

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French

First Known Use: 1921

Synonyms: nightclub, boîte, cabaret, café (also cafe), club, nightspot, nitery (also niterie), roadhouse, supper club

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