British (and American) term for cheap cafรฉ serving fried food.
Greasy spoon
Etymology & History
British (and American) term for cheap cafรฉ serving fried food. The name from greasy eating implements. British greasy spoons serve full English breakfasts, builders' tea. Working-class eating establishments, no-frills. Cultural institution.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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