coffee shop

noun

Synonyms of coffee shopnext
: a small restaurant

Examples of coffee shop in a Sentence

We bought a muffin at the hotel's coffee shop.
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But in recent years, tipping fatigue has crept in across restaurants, coffee shops and other venues, especially those that use self-checkout screens. Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026 An old stable and its courtyard have been converted into a coffee shop and gallery, while hidden bays include a historic pier and boathouse. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 June 2026 Her 2026 full guide covers brunch spots, steakhouses, seafood joints, coffee shops, breweries and cocktail bars — across Charlotte, Lake Norman, Rock Hill and beyond. Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026 One ride to a coffee shop ended with a dropoff in an alley instead of on the street, temporarily blocking a truck making its way through the narrow lane. Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for coffee shop

Word History

First Known Use

1812, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of coffee shop was in 1812

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“Coffee shop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coffee%20shop. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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