thank you for the meal; that was a delicious meal
A dated, very polite expression used after a meal, similar to ごちそうさまでした but more formal and old-fashioned. Often used in traditional settings or by older speakers.
See also: ごちそうさまでした
"Thank you for the wonderful meal," the guest said, bowing deeply.
料亭で食事を終えた後、彼は「美味しゅうございました」と女将に伝えた。
After finishing his meal at the traditional restaurant, he told the proprietress, "That was a delicious meal."