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Recent Examples of luncheonette
His parents ran a luncheonette and rooming house near factories whose immigrant workers came in to eat.
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David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
This simple and straightforward luncheonette never tries to overcomplicate the diner experience, and that attitude carries through to the menu.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
The luncheonette takes its name from one of Rouse’s favorite country acts, Pinto Bennett & the Famous Motel Cowboys.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Start mornings at Candy Kitchen, an old-school luncheonette (which opened back in 1925), then stroll downtown to shop at upscale Sylvester & Co.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2025
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David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
This simple and straightforward luncheonette never tries to overcomplicate the diner experience, and that attitude carries through to the menu.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
The luncheonette takes its name from one of Rouse’s favorite country acts, Pinto Bennett & the Famous Motel Cowboys.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Start mornings at Candy Kitchen, an old-school luncheonette (which opened back in 1925), then stroll downtown to shop at upscale Sylvester & Co.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luncheonette
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Repair experts waited behind long cafeteria tables to teach alternatives, giving people chances to learn that flawed goods aren’t automatically junk.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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In addition to her role as a mom to three, Sanchez worked in the cafeteria at Corvallis Elementary School in the 14000 block of Corvalis Street in San Leandro.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Among the most renowned establishments is Salon Corona, a restaurant and brewery in Mexico City’s historic center.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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In White Mana’s case, the diner’s rise from fair exhibit to real restaurant has brought nationwide attention over the years, but most reviewers agree that its burger cooked over a bed of onions lives up to the hype.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Noun
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In honor of its namesake, a Great Pyrenees named Mojo, the kitchen also serves patties, chicken and fried eggs for doggy diners.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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The 1,800-square-foot Encinitas location, modeled after the company’s flagship in Costa Mesa, is designed to resemble a 1950s-style diner, complete with chrome accents and an old-fashioned pie case.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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By then, Debby Orcutt is out the door, helping her grandchildren get to school on time or heading to her latest part-time job wiping down lunchroom tables at a nearby high school.—
Erika Edwards,
NBC news,
31 May 2026
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At one point, Tech returned to old-school hip-hop fundamentals, beatboxing and using his chest as percussion while rapping, echoing lunchroom cypher traditions.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2026
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These eight eateries will be a second home for Sacramento soccer heads throughout FIFA World Cup 2026’s run from this Thursday through July 19.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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Jamaica Plain is the go-to neighborhood for authentic Caribbean and Latin American eateries.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Neighbors Café, a breakfast and lunch counter spot, skews healthy with wellness drinks like a supershroom latte, fresh juices and smoothies, and overnight oats (there are also tasty pastries and breakfast sandwiches).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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The lunch counter sit-in-ers and freedom riders.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The inn has reopened its snack bar for the first time since early 2023, and management is investing in capital upgrades and staging live music on weekends throughout the summer.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Outdoor Adventure Oval Beach, with its generous curve of soft sand, picnic area, and snack bar, is often named as one of Lake Michigan's best beaches.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
2 June 2026
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The facility had an oily baffle filter above the char grill.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 29,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Transfer marinade to small saucepan set on grill to heat for basting.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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“Luncheonette.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luncheonette. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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