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Recent Examples of luncheonette
The site of Pete’s Candy Store, on Lorimer Street, was once a general store, a luncheonette and a gambling den.
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New York Times, 29 Jan. 2024
For example, in the 1930s, '40s, and '50s, individual Charlotte Russe cakes were a popular treat sold in bakeries, candy stores, and luncheonettes in some New York City neighborhoods.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2023
Because this is a luncheonette, there are milkshakes, made with ice cream from Adirondack Creamery (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, pistachio) and overflowing from tall soda-fountain-style glasses.
—Hannah Goldfield, The New Yorker, 16 June 2023
This luncheonette is a neighborhood institution and is conveniently located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan just under a mile from the finish line.
—Kylee Van Horn and Allison Knott, Outside Online, 26 Oct. 2022
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New York Times, 29 Jan. 2024
For example, in the 1930s, '40s, and '50s, individual Charlotte Russe cakes were a popular treat sold in bakeries, candy stores, and luncheonettes in some New York City neighborhoods.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2023
Because this is a luncheonette, there are milkshakes, made with ice cream from Adirondack Creamery (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, pistachio) and overflowing from tall soda-fountain-style glasses.
—Hannah Goldfield, The New Yorker, 16 June 2023
This luncheonette is a neighborhood institution and is conveniently located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan just under a mile from the finish line.
—Kylee Van Horn and Allison Knott, Outside Online, 26 Oct. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luncheonette
Noun
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In addition to the homemade brews, four espresso samples were collected at three cafeterias and one laboratory workplace coffee machine.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Mar. 2025
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The Bursa governor's office told the outlet that the hotel was empty of guests at the time, but 12 staff members remained in the building when the fire broke out in the cafeteria.—
Natasha Dye,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Perhaps more importantly, Janet said, was the warm feel of the restaurant.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2025
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As Abdi went to pay, Hoshi's dad hurriedly got out of his seat and dashed across the restaurant to where her fiance was trying to settle up.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Kitty’s is a Hudson restaurant with fun upscale-diner décor and seasonal menus highlighting the bounty of the region.—
Ingrid K. Williams,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, an allergen sheet is posted at the counter where diners order.—
Lisa Shames,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The new brick school included a lunchroom and kitchen, and the Mothers’ Club hired a woman to do the cooking.—
Richard Selcer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Apr. 2025
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Eventually the school board took over the operation of the lunchroom.—
Richard Selcer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Rodents dumping all around a Subway and a mini Sergio’s with many problems are two of the eight eateries on this week’s Sick and Shut Down List.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
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There are plenty of more affordable dining options in the West End, ranging from casual eateries to popular chains.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In the trendy neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, cafes and clothing stores bustled as usual.—
Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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In 2023, Bachelier opened a cafe and test kitchen space along Highway 101 in Leucadia that somewhat accidentally became a blockbuster restaurant, though its immediate success was slightly improbable but not at all surprising given the collective talent.—
Candice Woo,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In Jim Crow Tampa, Black patrons could shop at retailers like Woolworth but were barred from grabbing a bite at lunch counters.—
Kathryn Varn,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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Ela, specializing in thali-style street food, and Mango, a breakfast-lunch counter, will sit side by side on Hibiscus Street.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2025
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The snack bar is located near the main clubhouse, just off the practice greens with a small outdoor patio.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2025
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Here, passengers can take advantage of amenities including a fitness center, massage treatment rooms, a lounging area with a coffee, juice, and snack bar, and floor-to-ceiling windows.—
Bailey Berg,
AFAR Media,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Luncheonette.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luncheonette. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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