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bistro
A small establishment, often in a French style, where you can get drinks and simple, quickly prepared food.
Wir treffen uns nach der Arbeit auf einen Wein im Bistro an der Ecke.
We'll meet after work for a glass of wine at the bistro on the corner.
'Bistro' is a word from French. It often conveys a cozy, uncomplicated, and slightly French-feeling atmosphere, unlike a formal restaurant.
Das kleine Bistro serviert exzellenten Wein und Käse.
The small bistro serves excellent wine and cheese.
Pay attention to the case with the preposition 'in' (in): you go 'ins Bistro' (to the bistro; direction, accusative), but you sit or eat 'im Bistro' (in the bistro; location, dative).
Wollen wir heute Abend ins Bistro gehen?
Shall we go to the bistro this evening?
In a bistro, you can typically 'eine Kleinigkeit essen' (have a little something to eat), 'einen Kaffee trinken' (drink a coffee), or 'sich mit Freunden treffen' (meet up with friends).
Lass uns im Bistro an der Ecke eine Kleinigkeit essen.
Let's have a little something to eat in the bistro on the corner.
restaurant
'Restaurant' and 'Bistro' are both places where you can eat and drink something. A restaurant is usually meant for a proper meal and may be larger or more formal. A bistro is more small and informal. There you often get simple, quickly prepared food and drinks. It can also feel somewhat French or modern. The words can be confused because both fit the idea of going out to eat. For a longer dinner, you are more likely to say 'Restaurant'. For a quick, small meal in a small establishment, 'Bistro' fits better.
Vor der Reise wartet die Fahrerin in einem kleinen Bistro am Bahnhof.
Before the trip, the driver waits in a small bistro at the train station.
Nach dem Gespräch reservierst du ein Restaurant für den Abend.
After the conversation, you reserve a restaurant for the evening.