as in diner
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
when we get sick of cooking dinner at home, we like to go out to eat at a nice restaurant
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Recent Examples of restaurant
Fagg’s restaurant is known for its involvement in the surrounding community, often running fundraisers for people in need.
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Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
Now in its 12th year, the event has set days and Thursday through Monday (Dec. 26-30) this year and specific restaurants designated as meet-ups spots for sandwiches.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 26 Dec. 2024
There's also a restaurant, indoor-outdoor spa, yoga studio and infinity pool.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
Related: Jamie Foxx Finally Revealed What His ‘Mystery Illness’ Was & Called the Recovery the ‘Worst Year of His Life’
What started as your typical night out at the upscale eatery quickly went south when some fellow diners apparently didn’t get the memo about restaurant etiquette.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 15 Dec. 2024
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Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
Now in its 12th year, the event has set days and Thursday through Monday (Dec. 26-30) this year and specific restaurants designated as meet-ups spots for sandwiches.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 26 Dec. 2024
There's also a restaurant, indoor-outdoor spa, yoga studio and infinity pool.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
Related: Jamie Foxx Finally Revealed What His ‘Mystery Illness’ Was & Called the Recovery the ‘Worst Year of His Life’
What started as your typical night out at the upscale eatery quickly went south when some fellow diners apparently didn’t get the memo about restaurant etiquette.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 15 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restaurant
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The opening of Trocadero’s adds to Roux’s legacy in the United Kingdom, and gives diners one more spot for chowing down on his lauded fare.Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Dec. 2024
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Outside the tiny storefront, the sidewalk (and often a fair bit of the street) is crowded with diners perched on low plastic stools set around low plastic tables, gustily eating some of the best, most electrifying Vietnamese food in the city.Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2024
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Shankman loves Brandon Blanchard and executive chef Demetrius Brown's Inman Park cafe and bistro.Thomas Wheatley, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
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An outdoor pool bar and cafe serves fresh salads and vegetable-forward fare.Dalya Benor, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2024
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Its surface is spacious enough to make nearly 20 burgers at a time, and its add-ons like side shelves will store his seasonings and keep grill tools within arm’s reach.Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
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Zaina, on the other hand, surprises J.R. with an Eagles grill set, some slides, and a candle.Laura Bradley, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2024
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As a group of firefighters walked in Wednesday evening, the cafeteria erupted in applause.Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Six years ago, Clara Temple was in first grade, trying to order lunch from the cafeteria for the first time.Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Restaurant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restaurant. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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