Translations for „greasy spoon“ in the English » German Dictionary

greasy ˈspoon N pej inf

greasy spoon

[billige] Fressbude pej inf

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English

A couple try to get cooked breakfasts at a greasy spoon, but their attempts to order are frustrated.

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In recent years, we've seen the evolution of the pub from greasy spoon to gastro-fare -- many have even upped the ante with their entertainment offerings.

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Small towns do tend to be grateful for your business, and there's no better forum than the local coffee shop, or greasy spoon.

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They want lukewarm beans straight out of the can with a side of milky tea in a greasy spoon.

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The 1950s-inspired greasy spoon has perfected the homemade meal, from the skillets and omelets to the corned beef hash.

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Every town has a favourite greasy spoon where cops go to have a quiet chat with their witnesses or informers.

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Like dining at a greasy spoon, all one has to do is place an order.

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And think what the lobbyists will spend in the local greasy spoon!

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Brown sauce was also wrongly declared "the sauce of the establishment", when clearly it is a denizen of the greasy spoon.

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The name greasy spoon is a reference to the typically high fat, high-calorie menu items such as eggs and bacon.

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