How to Say "snack bar" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “snack bar” is “cafetería” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1
In certain regions, emphasizing the light food offered
Examples
Quedamos en la cafetería de la esquina para hablar.
We met at the corner coffee shop to talk.
¿Pedimos un café con leche y un cruasán en la cafetería?
Should we order a latte and a croissant at the cafe?
Always Feminine
Remember that 'cafetería' is always a feminine word, so you must use 'la' or 'una' before it.
Confusing 'café' and 'cafetería'
Mistake: “Voy a tomar un cafetería.”
Correction: Voy a tomar un café. ('Cafetería' is the building; 'café' is the drink.)
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