A pub  is an establishment licensed to sell alcoholic drinks
Sounds like a great place. Is that considered the same as a bar?
Of course, drinks sold  include alcoholic drinks,  beer (such as ale) and others such as  cider
Sounds like good variety, I've heard that in villages the pub is often the focal point of the community.
You have them in British, Irish, Britain, New Zealand, Canadian, South African and Australia and they are used for relaxation and socializing
Yes, it seems to have a role in their culture. Have you ever heard of a pub lock in?
Pub
A pub, or public house, is an establishment licensed to sell alcoholic drinks, which traditionally include beer (such as ale) and cider. It is a social drinking establishment and a prominent part of British, Irish, Breton, New Zealand, Canadian, South African and Australian cultures. In many places, especially in villages, a pub is the focal point of the community. In his 17th-century diary Samuel Pepys described the pub as "the heart of England".
Pubs can be traced
Bar
A bar (also known as a saloon or a tavern or sometimes as a pub or club, referring to the actual establishment, as in pub bar or savage club etc.) is a retail business establishment that serves alcoholic beverages, such as beer, wine, liquor, cocktails, and other beverages such as mineral water and soft drinks. Bars often also sell snack foods such as potato chips (also known as crisps) or peanuts, for consumption on their premises. Some types of bars, such as