as in restaurant
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
we'll just grab a quick hamburger at the local diner
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Recent Examples of diner
Executive Chef David Brito, who runs the kitchen in Fort Lauderdale, said that diners were intrigued by the restaurant because of Ratino’s reputation, but the Michelin star has heightened interest.
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Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 9 June 2025
These chains typically cater to lower and middle-income families looking for a sit-down meal, but diners are abandoning these companies as their disposable income shrinks because of inflation.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
After indirectly footing that big bill, what can local diners look forward to in the wake of Michelin awards scattering across the Northeast?
—Tulasi Srinivas, The Conversation, 3 June 2025
The footage was released Monday by the East Hartford Police Department in connection with an investigation that began as officers were called to the diner at 1209 Main St., around 5 a.m. for a larceny complaint involving four individuals who allegedly left the restaurant without paying their bill.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 3 June 2025
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Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 9 June 2025
These chains typically cater to lower and middle-income families looking for a sit-down meal, but diners are abandoning these companies as their disposable income shrinks because of inflation.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
After indirectly footing that big bill, what can local diners look forward to in the wake of Michelin awards scattering across the Northeast?
—Tulasi Srinivas, The Conversation, 3 June 2025
The footage was released Monday by the East Hartford Police Department in connection with an investigation that began as officers were called to the diner at 1209 Main St., around 5 a.m. for a larceny complaint involving four individuals who allegedly left the restaurant without paying their bill.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diner
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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
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Bars and Restaurants Surf through seven restaurants, cafes, and lounges onboard Quest.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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The teenaged couple has dates that take place at the Santa Monica Pier, on the train, downtown LA cafes, Linden, and Echo Park Lake.—
Malik Peay,
Essence,
12 June 2025
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“Diner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diner. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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