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food courts

  • plural
    of food court.
    food court
    noun
    a space, as in a shopping mall, with a concentration of fast-food stalls and usually a common eating area.

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Parallel to the tramway, much of Alexandria's iconic corniche is now hidden behind overpasses, private businesses and beachside food courts.

From Barron's Feb. 25, 2026

Meanwhile, the shopping mall evolved from a place to buy things into a destination for all kinds of family entertainment, often boasting large food courts, multiplex theaters, indoor playgrounds, video arcades and more.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 15, 2026

In late 2024 the Dave’s founders decided to expand into even more countries and “nontraditional” spaces such as airports and food courts.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2025

Here in this town on Australia's northern edge, laksa is the meal of choice for breakfast, lunch and dinner, weekday or weekend, a staple everywhere from food courts and cafes to snazzy restaurants.

From BBC Oct. 31, 2023

Two menu items at Costco’s food courts have gone up in price, increases which ranged in price from 10 cents to $1, media outlets confirmed this month.

From Salon Jul. 30, 2022

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