Many bars have a happy hour to encourage off-peak patronage. Bars that fill to capacity sometimes implement a cover charge during their peak hours. Such bars often feature entertainment, which may be a live band or a popular disk jockey. The term “bar” is derived from the specialized counter on which drinks are served. The “back bar” is a set of shelves of glasses and bottles behind that counter. In some establishments, the back bar is elaborately decorated with woodwork, etched glass, mirrors, and lights.A drinking establishment is a business whose primary function is the serving of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises. Some establishments may also serve food, or have entertainment, but this is additional to the purpose of serving alcohol. There are different types of drinking establishment ranging from seedy bars or nightclubs, sometimes termed “dive bars”, to 5,000 seat beer halls.
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