concept   a la carte
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, the concept of a la carte is a common method of ordering individual items from a menu in both upscale and casual dining establishments.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 a la carte United States Offered as an option in upscale restaurants, but not as common as fixed-price menus or combo meals in casual dining establishments. 1
2 a la carte United States Frequently offered in upscale restaurants, allowing customers to select and pay for each dish separately rather than opting for a fixed-price multi-course meal 1
3 a la carte United States Commonly used to refer to ordering individual items from a menu, as opposed to a set meal or fixed menu option 1
4 food carts United States Commonly found on city streets and at events, offering a variety of convenient and affordable meal options. 1
5 la carte United States Less common dining practice where a fixed price is paid for a full meal including several courses 1
6 la carte United States Commonly used in upscale restaurants to offer a range of options and prices for each dish 1
7 la carte United States Refers to a card or ticket for admission, common in American entertainment venues. 1
8 la carte United States Less common way to order food at a restaurant, where prix fixe or set menus are often more popular 1
9 serving cart United States Commonly used in formal dining settings, often seen in upscale restaurants and hotels for serving dishes and drinks to diners at their table. 1