Indonesian · Travel & Places
restoran
Restaurant
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where you pay to eat meals; a small eatery is a warung.
Example
Restoran ini terkenal dengan satenya.
This restaurant is famous for its satay.
Etymology
'Restoran' comes from the French word 'restaurant', which references places serving food. The term made its way into Indonesian in the 20th century with the globalization of dining culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'Restoran' is commonly used in formal and informal contexts, especially in urban areas. It applies to both spoken and written language, particularly in travel and culinary discussions.