Joe's Diner

English Etymology Joe's + Diner Proper noun Joe's Diner A placeholder name for a fictional or hypothetical everyman's restaurant, particularly a single small, local business contrasted with large businesses or franchises. en 1983 Fred Steingold Legal Master Guide for Small Business 206 Whether your business is called "Exxon" or "Joe's Diner," the name is a valuable asset. en 1999 John G Koeltl; John S Kiernan The Litigation Manual 163 If you are trying a case in an unfamiliar jurisdiction, arrive a few days early. Walk around town. Get a haircut at the local barbershop. Grab a burger at Joe's Diner. en 2002 Clayton W. Barrows; Thomas F. Powers; Jo Marie Powers Introduction to the Hospitality Industry, Fifth Edition and NRAEF Workbook Package 148 In the hamburger segment, for instance, competition had gone from Joe's Diner versus McDonald's to McDonald's versus Burger King versus Wendy's versus Hardee's. en 2003 Carrie Bickner Web Design on a Shoestring 34 I don't care whether you are working in Joe's Diner or at The Four Seasons; your customer should never have to give your service enough thought to evaluate it. en Usage notes In addition to the fictional and hypothetical senses, there are many real eating establishments named "Joe's Diner". See also en Eat at Joe's Further reading Joe's Diner (placeholder name) en eponyms en Restaurants