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
The eatery was also dinged for raw tuna stored on top of a container of lettuce.
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Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025
New Jersey-Philadelphia pizza scion Frank Santucci Sr. admitted Thursday to hiding $4.8 million in income from his eponymous eatery over four years, depriving the IRS of nearly $375,000 in tax revenue.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
What are the restaurants at Celestial Park at Epic Universe?
Celestial Park has multiple eateries, giving guests different cuisines to choose from:
Full Service
Atlantic - Situated near a shimmering pool named for the Roman sea god Neptune, Atlantic specializes in surf and turf.
—Samantha Neely, USA Today, 23 May 2025
The beloved eatery that once hosted President John F. Kennedy is now a serene waterfront residence available through Lydia and Madga Sarkissian of Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty for $28 million.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 21 May 2025
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Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025
New Jersey-Philadelphia pizza scion Frank Santucci Sr. admitted Thursday to hiding $4.8 million in income from his eponymous eatery over four years, depriving the IRS of nearly $375,000 in tax revenue.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
What are the restaurants at Celestial Park at Epic Universe?
Celestial Park has multiple eateries, giving guests different cuisines to choose from:
Full Service
Atlantic - Situated near a shimmering pool named for the Roman sea god Neptune, Atlantic specializes in surf and turf.
—Samantha Neely, USA Today, 23 May 2025
The beloved eatery that once hosted President John F. Kennedy is now a serene waterfront residence available through Lydia and Madga Sarkissian of Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty for $28 million.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eatery
Noun
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New Texas Roadhouse, Bubba's 33 restaurants opening in 17 states.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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And in 2023, Spain had more restaurants on the World’s 50 Best list than any other country.—
Jon Yeomans,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Known for its sophisticated algorithm analyzing thousands of reviews, published professional evaluations, and guest feedback, La Liste is extending travel inspiration to global diners with this new ranking.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Le created all of the recipes herself, cooks food in the restaurant and even serves dishes to diners.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Mushroom coffee is pretty much everywhere by now—from the beverage aisle of the grocery store to your favorite healthy cafe.—
Laura Solla,
Vogue,
30 May 2025
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Aside from a few food and coffee options on either side of Harris Ranch and a smattering in Bown Crossing, there are no restaurants, dining spots or cafes for neighbors to gather.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
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“Eatery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eatery. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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