as in restaurants
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
we usually go to lunch at an eatery that is just around the corner from the office
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Recent Examples of eateries
Don’t forget to indulge in lobster at one of the many eateries in town, such as Fish House Grill.
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Jaclyn Greenberg,
Parents,
29 June 2026
Having clarity around service charges is the only way eateries can survive, said restaurateur Eddie Pozzuoli, who runs Eddie & Vinny’s in Coral Springs — because the only alternative to removing fees is hiking prices.
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Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Numerous hiking trails wind through the state parkland and national forests surrounding it, and the downtown is packed with boutique stores and eateries helmed by creative chefs.
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Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 June 2026
The idea that all the employees would gear up for a really, really busy night, only to be hit with no-shows and cancellations due to inclement weather, is probably something that happens in actual eateries all the time.
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Sacramento County Health Inspectors closed four Sacramento-area eateries after discovering health food violations including dozens of German and American cockroaches in facilities, and restaurants unable to maintain proper holding temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.
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Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 26,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
The bar and grill has multiple locations on the Kansas side of the state line — Lenexa, Overland Park, Shawnee and Kansas City, Kansas — and several eateries in Nebraska.
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Katelyn Umholtz,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
With a culinary landscape as diverse and vibrant as its population, these 17 iconic eateries serve as living landmarks of culture, history, and cuisine.
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Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
At the Village Enclosure, there is live music throughout the day and street food eateries available.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
Jaclyn Greenberg,
Parents,
29 June 2026
Having clarity around service charges is the only way eateries can survive, said restaurateur Eddie Pozzuoli, who runs Eddie & Vinny’s in Coral Springs — because the only alternative to removing fees is hiking prices.
—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Numerous hiking trails wind through the state parkland and national forests surrounding it, and the downtown is packed with boutique stores and eateries helmed by creative chefs.
—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 June 2026
The idea that all the employees would gear up for a really, really busy night, only to be hit with no-shows and cancellations due to inclement weather, is probably something that happens in actual eateries all the time.
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Sacramento County Health Inspectors closed four Sacramento-area eateries after discovering health food violations including dozens of German and American cockroaches in facilities, and restaurants unable to maintain proper holding temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.
—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 26,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
The bar and grill has multiple locations on the Kansas side of the state line — Lenexa, Overland Park, Shawnee and Kansas City, Kansas — and several eateries in Nebraska.
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Katelyn Umholtz,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
With a culinary landscape as diverse and vibrant as its population, these 17 iconic eateries serve as living landmarks of culture, history, and cuisine.
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Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
At the Village Enclosure, there is live music throughout the day and street food eateries available.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eateries
Noun
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Lovability was scored based on factors like the quality and quantity of venues such as restaurants, arts and entertainment sites, museums, outdoor experiences and nightlife.
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Travelers can also expect new restaurants and technology designed to make airport stays more efficient and enjoyable.
Noun
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Head to Los Rios Rancho for seasonal pick-your-own experiences and have a slice of pie at Apple Annie’s—giant and domed like a mountain itself, Apple Annie’s signature pie could feed a dozen diners.
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From Friday to Sunday, singers and alphorn players filled the streets and spontaneous bursts of yodeling echoed through restaurants, where diners initially reacted with surprise before joining in.
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“Eateries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eateries. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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