Should my bar name include 'bar', 'tavern', or 'lounge'?
'Tavern' reads neighborhood/casual. 'Lounge' reads upscale/cocktail. 'Bar' is neutral but generic. Pick the one matching the experience you sell.
What bar names attract craft cocktail clients vs beer drinkers?
Cocktail names: Mix, Pour, Stir, Decanter, Jigger. Beer/sports names: Tap, Tavern, Pour House, Tap Room. Pick wrong and the wrong crowd shows up.
Can I use my own name for a bar (Mike's Bar, Tony's Tavern)?
Yes - extremely common and works for neighborhood spots. Best with short, distinctive first names. Less effective for cocktail destinations where atmospheric names win.
Are pun bar names a good idea?
Some work ('Tap That', 'Ale-ibi') but they age fast and hurt repeat-customer recall. Atmospheric names beat puns for long-term loyalty.