# restaurant

/ˈɹɛsˌtɹɑnt/ (US) · /ɹˈɛstɹɒnt/ (UK) · CEFR A1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/restaurant
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

a place where you sit down to eat a meal that you pay for. You usually choose your food from a list called a menu.

For teachers: a commercial establishment where meals are prepared and served to customers in exchange for payment. Usually implies a sit-down service with a structured menu.

## Examples

- We are going to a small Italian restaurant for dinner.
- The new restaurant on the corner is very popular because it serves fresh seafood at a reasonable price.
- While the city is famous for its high-end dining, many locals prefer the family-run restaurant tucked away in the historic district for its authentic atmosphere.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used with the prepositions 'at' or 'in' to describe location.

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