noun

The word "cafeteria" typically refers to a place in a dining facility, such as a restaurant or a school, where customers can select their own food. Cafeterias generally offer a variety of dishes, and customers choose their meal and place it on a tray before paying at a cashier. It is also commonly used as a space for large groups of people to eat simultaneously, such as in a school or office building.

Example

1. I always eat lunch in the cafeteria at work because they have a great salad bar.
2. We met up in the school cafeteria after class to work on our group project.
3. The hotel's cafeteria offers a variety of breakfast options, including pancakes, eggs, and cereal.