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raw bar

American  

noun

  1. a restaurant or counter serving raw shellfish and sometimes sushi.


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They overhauled the 1930-founded building’s plumbing and electricity, added a raw bar, a wave-like wooden overhang and a fish tank, and adorned the dining room with lobster traps, mounted fish and other nautical decor.

From Los Angeles Times May 23, 2026

While starters include salads, a raw bar, and more, it was the crab cake that truly delighted me—and it was excellent.

From Salon Feb. 2, 2026

So far, everything I’m raving about is from the raw bar menu, a short but impressive read that also includes New Jersey scallops fanned over creamy avocado on a crisp corn tortilla.

From Washington Post Dec. 23, 2022

This speakeasy-style bar has opened in the lobby of the Arlo in SoHo, with cocktails, including punches, and food like raw bar selections, pizza and grilled mushrooms.

From New York Times Apr. 26, 2022

The restaurant has a bar and lounge, the main dining room, a raw bar, two private dining areas and a seasonal patio.

From Fox News Jan. 24, 2022

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