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
Owner Fatih Ulas runs several other restaurants in the East Bay, including the Sultan’s Kebab and Elia eateries.
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Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
Izakaya, often translated as Japanese pubs, are casual eateries with an emphasis on drinks and shareable plates of food.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026
Here’s a look at nearby eateries to try around Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire, according to our reporters.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Sacramento County health inspectors closed three eateries including a Rancho Cordova warehouse after discovering 68 rodent droppings throughout the facility.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
may 29, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Jason Chin, co-owner of Good Salt Restaurant Group, was thrilled to see two of his eateries, Osteria Ester and Sparrow, join the Michelin ranks.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2026
According to the Los Angeles Conservancy, the room was once part of the Fred Harvey restaurants, a famous chain of eateries that served railroad depots.
—Richard Guzman, Daily News, 26 May 2026
Historically known as Orlando’s Antique Row, this upscale neighborhood has evolved dramatically in recent years and is continually adding new eateries and shops.
—Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, Fulton County food inspectors are making sure Atlanta eateries are serving up safety.
—La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
Izakaya, often translated as Japanese pubs, are casual eateries with an emphasis on drinks and shareable plates of food.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026
Here’s a look at nearby eateries to try around Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire, according to our reporters.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Sacramento County health inspectors closed three eateries including a Rancho Cordova warehouse after discovering 68 rodent droppings throughout the facility.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
may 29, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Jason Chin, co-owner of Good Salt Restaurant Group, was thrilled to see two of his eateries, Osteria Ester and Sparrow, join the Michelin ranks.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2026
According to the Los Angeles Conservancy, the room was once part of the Fred Harvey restaurants, a famous chain of eateries that served railroad depots.
—Richard Guzman, Daily News, 26 May 2026
Historically known as Orlando’s Antique Row, this upscale neighborhood has evolved dramatically in recent years and is continually adding new eateries and shops.
—Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, Fulton County food inspectors are making sure Atlanta eateries are serving up safety.
—La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eateries
Noun
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Plans call for a nine-screen movie theater spanning 40,000 square feet, restaurants and bars, retail shops, and a 773-space parking garage, which has already been completed.—
Brian Maass,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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This hotel has a range of restaurants that lure locals aplenty.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Noun
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The square is recognized by UNESCO for its cultural significance, which gives diners a sense of the history behind every meal.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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The space seats 85 diners inside and almost 40 outside and still includes a communal table.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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“Eateries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eateries. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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