a la carte
Pronunciation
/ˌɑ lə ˈkɑrt/
British pronunciation
/ˌæ lə ˈkɑːt/
à la carte

Definition & Meaning of "a la carte"in English

A la carte
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a menu in which each dish has a separate price

a la carte definition and meaning

What is "à la carte"?

À la carte refers to a menu in a restaurant where each dish is listed and priced separately, allowing customers to choose individual items according to their preference, rather than selecting from a set meal. This style of dining offers flexibility and a wide variety of choices, enabling diners to customize their meal by mixing and matching dishes to their liking. À la carte menus often include a range of appetizers, main courses, sides, and desserts, providing a personalized dining experience tailored to individual tastes.

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The restaurant offers an extensive à la carte featuring a wide range of appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
Guests appreciate the flexibility of the à la carte, allowing them to choose dishes according to their preferences and budget.
a la carte
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(of a meal) offering individual dishes that are priced separately rather than as part of a set menu

a la carte definition and meaning
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The restaurant serves à la carte options for dinner.
Diners preferred the à la carte menu to choose exactly what they wanted.
a la carte
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by selecting and ordering individual items from a menu rather than choosing a set meal

a la carte definition and meaning
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They ate à la carte instead of opting for the set menu.
We dined à la carte to customize our meal.
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