A gastro bar, also known as a gastropub, is a type of restaurant that serves high-quality food in a casual atmosphere. The term "gastropub" was coined in the 1990s in the United Kingdom, though similar pubs already existed. The emphasis of a gastro bar is on quality food, often made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, and well-curated drinks offerings. The menu of a gastro bar is typically more elevated than that of a traditional pub, and it changes frequently. Some popular dishes served at gastro bars include innovative tapas, steak and ale pie, shepherds pie, fish and chips, bangers and mash, Sunday roast, ploughmans lunch, and pasties. The decor of a gastro bar is often warm and welcoming, with interesting elements such as exposed brick walls. While the term "gastropub" was originally coined in the UK, the concept has spread to other countries, including the US and Canada.