Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

banquette

noun

/bæŋˈkɛt/

Definition

A long upholstered bench or seat, often placed against a wall, used in restaurants or cafes, or in the context of dining rooms at home.

Examples

The restaurant featured a cozy banquette along the side wall for patrons to enjoy their meals comfortably.
We arranged the banquette in our dining area to create a more intimate dining experience.
On Saturday nights, the banquette was the most popular seating choice for couples.

Meaning

In dining settings, a banquette refers to a comfortable seating arrangement that allows multiple diners to sit together, typically enhancing the social aspect of meals.