as in diner
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
when we get sick of cooking dinner at home, we like to go out to eat at a nice restaurant
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Recent Examples of restaurant
Those efforts have led to the opening or expansion of shops, restaurants and bars, with plans in the works for more.
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Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
Found Oyster’s Scallop Tostada With Yuzu-Apple Vinaigrette This has been one of my favorite dishes in the city since chef Ari Kolender opened his tiny seafood-centric restaurant in East Hollywood.
—Restaurant Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Commissioners praised Encinitas Brewing Company’s proposal to open a restaurant with beer-brewing and craft-distilling production capabilities in the Plaza Encinitas Ranch shopping center.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
In one, a camera in a restaurant in Istanbul captured two FBI agents on vacation sitting at a table with their families.
—Scott Pelley, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
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Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
Found Oyster’s Scallop Tostada With Yuzu-Apple Vinaigrette This has been one of my favorite dishes in the city since chef Ari Kolender opened his tiny seafood-centric restaurant in East Hollywood.
—Restaurant Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Commissioners praised Encinitas Brewing Company’s proposal to open a restaurant with beer-brewing and craft-distilling production capabilities in the Plaza Encinitas Ranch shopping center.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
In one, a camera in a restaurant in Istanbul captured two FBI agents on vacation sitting at a table with their families.
—Scott Pelley, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restaurant
Noun
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One diner, who works in the hospitality industry and is flying across the country to attend the pop-up and visit friends, is keeping his seat.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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At both restaurants, diners will find Uchi’s fan favorite items.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Habana pieces include bold ear cuffs, mesh gloves, fang-like grills, and a chainmail skirt.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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Owner António Silva, 66, has been running his no-frills charcoal-grill shop for four decades, but his newfound fame started after he was praised online by a Chinese influencer.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2026
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Edwardsburg Public Schools opened its Intermediate School cafeteria on Saturday morning for residents or first responders who need a meal or a place to go.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Restaurant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restaurant. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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