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bistro

noun

ˈbē-(ˌ)strō

Definition of bistro

as in nightclub

a bar or restaurant offering special nighttime entertainment (as music, dancing, or comedy acts) a section of the city populated with casual bistros offering entertainment to suit nearly every taste

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Recent Examples of bistro It’s been a bit more challenging to snag a table since this modern French bistro earned a Michelin recommendation last fall. — Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026 This quaint European bistro offers a menu that would do any similarly modest establishment in Paris proud. — Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Earlier this year, the patio at Hinata, a second-floor restaurant on B Street, was transformed into a bistro with a casual menu. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 28 July 2026 An unused balcony is wasted potential, especially when something as simple as a bistro set can transform a compact space into a sweet hangout. — Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bistro

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Broadway-loving teens will fall madly in love with this 2001 musical classic about the infamous French nightclub, its star performer Satine, and her poem-writing love Christian—Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor in two of their best roles.

— Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026
That means his restaurant and nightclub venues will continue to work within the budgets of the major American players, while still offering a superior product to ensure repeat business.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2026

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While all of the women found their respective moment to shine, no one rose to the occasion quite like Luann de Lesseps, who seemingly decided on her own that Kyle’s white party would be the perfect backdrop for a cabaret performance like none other.

— Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
Tucked at the back of one barber shop is Screaming Alley, a cabaret production company supporting independent artists.

— Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026

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