Words Related to Eating, Drinking, and Serving - Meal Venues
Here you will learn some English words related to such as "teahouse", "cafeteria", and "buffet".
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cafeteria
[noun]
a restaurant, typically in colleges, hospitals, etc. where you choose and pay for your meal before carrying it to a table
drive-through
[noun]
a service where one can shop or do business without leaving one's vehicle, such as fast-food restaurants, pharmacies, etc.
food court
[noun]
an area in a public place such as a shopping mall, etc. where multiple small restaurants are located
gastropub
[noun]
a type of bar or restaurant that serves high-quality food, beer, and wine in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere
wine bar
[noun]
a type of bar that primarily serves a variety of wines instead of other alcoholic beverages such as beer
food court
[noun]
an area in a public place such as a shopping mall, etc. where multiple small restaurants are located
beer garden
[noun]
an outdoor space attached to a pub or restaurant where patrons can enjoy drinking beer in an open-air setting
coffeehouse
[noun]
a place where people can buy and consume coffee as well as other drinks, food, and desserts while relaxing or socializing
Tex-Mex
[adjective]
a type of meal venue or restaurant that serves Mexican and Texan cuisine
delicatessen
[noun]
a shop or part of one that sells high-quality foods, such as types of cooked meat, cheese, and unusual foods that come from other countries
restaurant chain
[noun]
a set of restaurants in different locations under the same ownership
supper club
[noun]
a social dining venue with entertainment where guests gather for dinner
food truck
[noun]
a movable kitchen that serves food on the street or at events, usually from the side or back of a truck or van
ethnic restaurant
[noun]
a type of restaurant that serves cuisine from a specific cultural or regional group, offering dishes that are traditional to that culture or region
fast-food restaurant
[noun]
a type of eatery that offers quick and convenient service, typically inexpensive and easy to consume on-the-go
fast casual restaurant
[noun]
a type of eatery that provides a higher-quality, more customized dining experience compared to fast food, typically with a higher price point
casual dining restaurant
[noun]
an establishment that offers a moderately priced menu, table service, and a relaxed atmosphere for dining
premium casual restaurant
[noun]
a type of dining establishment that provides a higher level of quality, service, and ambiance than a traditional casual dining restaurant
family style restaurant
[noun]
a type of dining establishment that serves meals meant to be shared by multiple diners at the same table
fine dining restaurant
[noun]
an upscale establishment that offers high-quality cuisine, sophisticated service, and an elegant ambiance
buffet
[noun]
a meal with many dishes from which people serve themselves at a table and then eat elsewhere
self-service
[adjective]
(of a restaurant, store, etc.) providing customers with the chance to serve themselves and then pay for it
destination restaurant
[noun]
a dining establishment that is so highly regarded or unique that it becomes a primary reason or attraction for people to visit a particular location
sandwich bar
[noun]
a place that specializes in making and selling sandwiches, often with a variety of ingredients and options to choose from
cabaret
[noun]
a nightclub or restaurant, where a variety of entertainment, such as music, dance, and comedy, is presented for the audience
canteen
[noun]
a restaurant or cafeteria located in a workplace, such as a factory or school, where employees or students can purchase and eat food
coffee shop
[noun]
a type of small restaurant where people can drink coffee, tea, etc. and usually eat light meals too
commissary
[noun]
a facility or area where snacks, refreshments, and light meals are prepared, stored, and sold to the staff and crew working on the film production or in an institute
grill
[noun]
a restuarant equipped with an open flame or heated coils, where chefs prepare a variety of dishes by grilling meats, vegetables, and other ingredients
hole-in-the-wall
[noun]
a small and simple place, like a restaurant or bar, usually known for its casual and unpretentious atmosphere
joint
[noun]
a casual and informal place, often a restaurant or eatery, where people can gather for simple and hearty food
saloon
[noun]
a traditional and sometimes historical establishment that serves alcoholic beverages, often characterized by a rustic or old-fashioned ambiance
club
[noun]
a place where people, especially young people, go to dance, listen to music, or spend time together
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