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fast casual

or fast-cas·u·al

[ fast-kazh-oo-uhl ]

adjective

  1. noting or relating to a restaurant that does not have table service but offers made-to-order food that is of higher quality than fast food:

    fast casual dining; a fast casual spot for fresh, authentic burritos.



fast casual

noun

  1. a style of fast food involving healthier, fresher, and more varied dishes than traditional fast food, served in more attractive surroundings


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Word History and Origins

Origin of fast casual1

First recorded in 1990–95

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Example Sentences

From the beginning, Rick Wetzel, co-founder of both companies, said he viewed fast-casual as the best way to position Blaze.

Lexington, Kentucky–based A&W Restaurants is tossing its hat into the fast-casual and better burger segment later this year.

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