A greasy spoon is a small, cheap restaurant typically specializing in short order fare. The term is also used in the UK, along with the informal term "caff" for café, to refer to a small, privately owned eatery that traditionally serves fry-ups and other quick meals.
A greasy spoon is a small, cheap restaurant typically specializing in short order fare. The term is also used in the UK, along with the informal term "caff" for café, to refer to a small, privately owned eatery that traditionally serves fry-ups and other quick meals.
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