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
Two eateries in Ohio were included on Yelp's list of the top 100 restaurants in the United States for 2026.
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Michael Guise, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
This is a trend that has been seeping across Walt Disney World and other eateries.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026
The mall currently operates daily with more than three dozen stores and service providers, along with several eateries.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
Fast-casual eateries — considered a step above fast food but more affordable than a full-service restaurant — once boomed in popularity.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Sacramento County health inspectors closed two locations of a national pizza chain, Indian restaurant and three other eateries after discovering hundreds of rodent droppings, cockroaches and a lack of hot water in the facility.
—Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Organized by the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, Dine LA features about 400 restaurants participating across 70 neighborhoods with eateries offering prix fixe menus that cover more than 30 global cuisines.
—Richard Guzman, Daily News, 16 Jan. 2026
When hunger calls, gather everyone together before heading to one of the stylish onboard eateries, many of which are complimentary, such as the haute French restaurant, Normandie.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Our editors consider both high-end and affordable eateries, and weigh stand-out dishes, location, and service—as well as inclusivity and sustainability credentials.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Michael Guise, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
This is a trend that has been seeping across Walt Disney World and other eateries.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026
The mall currently operates daily with more than three dozen stores and service providers, along with several eateries.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
Fast-casual eateries — considered a step above fast food but more affordable than a full-service restaurant — once boomed in popularity.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Sacramento County health inspectors closed two locations of a national pizza chain, Indian restaurant and three other eateries after discovering hundreds of rodent droppings, cockroaches and a lack of hot water in the facility.
—Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Organized by the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, Dine LA features about 400 restaurants participating across 70 neighborhoods with eateries offering prix fixe menus that cover more than 30 global cuisines.
—Richard Guzman, Daily News, 16 Jan. 2026
When hunger calls, gather everyone together before heading to one of the stylish onboard eateries, many of which are complimentary, such as the haute French restaurant, Normandie.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Our editors consider both high-end and affordable eateries, and weigh stand-out dishes, location, and service—as well as inclusivity and sustainability credentials.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eateries
Noun
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More than 70,000 fans are expected in the area between Thursday and Friday, according to event organizers, and that surge has restaurants and bars preparing for long lines, packed tables, and a major boost in revenue.—
Leondra Head,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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What began as a few socially distanced pop-up events quickly evolved into a local weekend staple, appearing at farmers markets, festivals, restaurants and other retail venues.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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And for all diners, little gifts and surprises are always on the menu.—
Su-Jit Lin,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026
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Instead, diners will find truffle corn dip and high-end ribeye and wagyu.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Eateries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eateries. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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