Bøkkeren Bar is a pub in Haugesund that offers a varied selection of drinks. The bar's name honors a part of the city's history, especially related to herring fishing, which has been an important industry in the region. The name refers to the craft of barrel-making, where the craftsman made barrels that were used to transport herring, which was essential for both storage and transportation of goods.
The craft of the barrel-maker, known as bøkkering, involves the production and repair of barrels and casks, and has been an important part of households and trade. In addition to barrels for wine and herring, the barrel-makers produced various types of køjrel, which were necessary for daily life. Bøkkeren Bar helps to preserve this part of Haugesund's cultural history through its name and atmosphere.