dining room; dining hall; cafeteria
Refers to a room or hall where meals are served, especially in schools, companies, or institutions. Can also mean a cafeteria-style eatery.
I had lunch in the company cafeteria.
The university dining hall is always crowded.
Used for a casual restaurant or eating place, often with a simple, homey feel. Can be part of a name like 〇〇食堂.
I ate curry at a diner in front of the station.
That eatery is cheap and delicious.
I ate curry at the school cafeteria.
He runs a small diner near the station.
I was hungry, so I went into a nearby diner.
staff cafeteria; employee canteen
cafeteria; snack bar; lunch counter