eatery

noun

eat·​ery ˈē-tə-rē 

plural eateries

: luncheonette, restaurant

Synonyms of eatery

• restaurant
• diner

Examples of eatery in a Sentence

we usually go to lunch at an eatery that is just around the corner from the office

Recent Examples on the Web

The eatery came about as a result of an expansion of Tacos 34, a pop-up taco vendor in Sacramento. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Two new eateries are opening at a Connecticut shopping center, focusing on bread and Italian food. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 14 Oct. 2026

The beloved emporium is filled with more than a dozen purveyors and eateries, including Hog Island Oyster Bar, The Olive Press, and Johnny Doughnuts. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026

Two eateries were offering grab-and-go options, and airport spokesperson Mike Christensen said more options would arrive later in the day and week. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above