Turkish · Food & Drink
Restoran
Restaurant
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where meals are served.
Example
Bu restoranın yemekleri harika.
The food at this restaurant is wonderful.
Etymology
'Restoran' is a loanword from French 'restaurant', introduced to Turkish in the late 19th century as dining establishments became popular in urban centers.
How & Where It’s Used
'Restoran' is primarily used in formal and informal dining contexts, prevalent in both spoken and written language across Turkey, with urban centers showcasing a variety of cuisines.