What is espresso bar?

An espresso bar is a small coffee shop or cafe that specializes in serving espresso-based drinks, such as cappuccinos, lattes, and macchiatos. These drinks are made by carefully pulling shots of espresso, which is a concentrated coffee drink made by forcing pressurized hot water through finely ground coffee beans. Espresso bars often have a minimalist, sleek design and may serve light breakfast and snack items alongside coffee. They are popular social spaces for people to meet and work, and are especially common in urban areas around the world.