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oyster saloon † Obs. 
a public house where one could drink liquor and eat oysters; oyster bar.
- 1863 The intellect of the youth, I suppose, requires that such school as an oyster saloon for perfect development, but I should think, Sir, that week-day evenings were sufficient for this education; but the proprietors of the den aforesaid seem to think otherwise.
- 1864 On landing the first sign swinging out half way across the street, is "Oyster Saloon", where they can be served up to your liking.
- 1882-1898 (1883) After carousing around for some time they left there and proceeded to an oyster saloon.
- 1863 The intellect of the youth, I suppose, requires that such school as an oyster saloon for perfect development, but I should think, Sir, that week-day evenings were sufficient for this education; but the proprietors of the den aforesaid seem to think otherwise.