Restaurant (en. Restaurant)

/ʁɛstoʁɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A commercial establishment where meals can be consumed on site.
I reserved a table at a French restaurant.
J'ai réservé une table dans un restaurant français.
A place where one eats or is served food.
This restaurant is renowned for its Mediterranean cuisine.
Ce restaurant est réputé pour sa cuisine méditerranéenne.
The activity of serving food and beverages to customers.
The restaurant has an excellent reputation because of its service.
Le restaurant a une excellente réputation en raison de son service.

Etymology

The word 'restaurant' comes from the French 'restaurer', which means 'to restore to good condition.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

go to the restaurant
To go to an establishment to eat.
aller au restaurant
reserve a table
To make a reservation at a restaurant.
réserver une table
daily special
An item on the menu that changes daily.
menu du jour
service included
Indicates that service is included in the price.
service compris
to cook
To prepare dishes, often in relation to the restaurant.
faire la cuisine

Related Words

cuisine
The art of preparing food.
cuisine
chef
The person who prepares meals in a restaurant.
chef
server
A person who serves customers in a restaurant.
serveur
customer
A person who consumes goods or services in a restaurant.
client
dish
A type of food served in a restaurant.
plat

Slang Meanings

A small, popular restaurant serving simple food.
This bistro is a real gem in the neighborhood.
Ce bistro est un vrai bijou dans le quartier.
A chic or high-end restaurant.
We're going to this starred restaurant for our anniversary.
On va dans ce resto étoilé pour notre anniversaire.
A place where one eats quickly.
There's a fast-food place just around the corner.
Il y a un fast-food juste au coin de la rue.