as in restaurant
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 eatery
Michelin Guide officials announced selections for the new American South version of the little red book on Monday, with several Charlotte eateries highlighted among the region’s best restaurants.
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Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2025
Seven Nashville eateries received the Bib Gourmand distinction for offering great food at a great value.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Nov. 2025
Kenan Thompson appeared as the eatery's chef.
—Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Swain does his primary dealmaking at two nearby eateries, tony French venue Le Bilboquet and the LoewsRegency Bar & Grill.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
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Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2025
Seven Nashville eateries received the Bib Gourmand distinction for offering great food at a great value.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Nov. 2025
Kenan Thompson appeared as the eatery's chef.
—Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Swain does his primary dealmaking at two nearby eateries, tony French venue Le Bilboquet and the LoewsRegency Bar & Grill.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eatery
Noun
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On Veterans Day, many restaurants and businesses offer free meals and deals to active-duty military and veterans.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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In February 2020, the restaurant and market shut down its original location in Dilworth due to financial strains, along with cocktail space The Queen & Glass, Charlotte Business Journal reported.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Schulman said the company will continue to rely on its better-for-you branding of fresh ingredients and more premium proteins that some diners may have to pay a couple extra dollars for.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Cava reported a disappointing quarter late yesterday as casual diners tighten their belts and visit restaurants less frequently.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Eatery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eatery. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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