fast-food restaurant

[/fæst fuːd ˈrɛstərɑːnt/]

nounpl: fast-food restaurants

restaurante de fast-food / lanchonete de comida rápida

1. A restaurant that serves food prepared and served quickly, typically standardized menu items that are mass-produced

We grabbed lunch at a fast-food restaurant between meetings.

Pegamos almoço numa lanchonete de comida rápida entre as reuniões.

2. An establishment characterized by quick service, limited menu options, and casual dining atmosphere

Fast-food restaurants are convenient for busy professionals.

Os restaurantes de comida rápida são convenientes para profissionais ocupados.

NYC Slang

burger joint, quick bite, takeout spot

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

lanchonete de comida rápida / restaurante de fast-food

Both terms are widely used and understood

Rio de Janeiro

boteco / lanchonete

More informal regional alternatives

São Paulo

restaurante de comida rápida / fast-food

English term 'fast-food' is commonly used

Portugal

restaurante de comida rápida / estabelecimento de fast-food

Portuguese speakers often use the English term directly

grab a quick bite

get some quick food

eat on the run

convenient meal option

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