A restaurant (UK: /ˈrest.ə.rɒnt/, US: /ˈrest.ər.ənt/ or /ˈrest.ər.ɑːnt/) prepares and serves food, drink and dessert to customers in return for money. Meals are generally served and eaten on premises, but many restaurants also offer take-out and food delivery services. Restaurants vary greatly in appearance and offerings, including a wide variety of the main chef’s cuisines and service models.

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