bistro

n. a small, relaxed restaurant where you can get simple meals and wine.

n. a small, informal establishment serving moderately priced meals and alcoholic beverages, typically in a French style.

“We found a lovely little bistro near the hotel that served excellent onion soup.”

“The neighborhood bistro gained a loyal following by offering seasonal French classics in a setting that felt both intimate and unpretentious.”

v. to have a meal at a bistro.

v. to dine at a bistro; this verbal usage is rare and typically found in literary or highly informal contexts.

“They spent the evening bistroing through the streets of Paris.”

“After a long day of sightseeing, the couple spent their final evening bistroing along the Seine, enjoying the local wine and atmosphere.”

Informal