1
a
: a raised way along the inside of a parapet or trench for gunners or guns
b
Southern US
: sidewalk
2
a
: a long upholstered bench
b
: a sofa having one roll-over arm
c
: a built-in usually upholstered bench along a wall
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And according to pictures taken by citizen journalists, they were seated in one of the banquettes along the back wall, on the far right side of the large mural.
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Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
The stylish restaurant with a long, brass bar and leather banquettes will serve ceviche, aguachiles and some oysters.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
On the second floor is a small symposium space with banquette seating.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 May 2025
That then leads to the suave, intimate (27 seats) grey and burgundy toned room with soft banquettes, a very subtle backdrop to the creative, colorful and vibrantly flavored lineup of dishes to follow.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
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Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
The stylish restaurant with a long, brass bar and leather banquettes will serve ceviche, aguachiles and some oysters.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
On the second floor is a small symposium space with banquette seating.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 May 2025
That then leads to the suave, intimate (27 seats) grey and burgundy toned room with soft banquettes, a very subtle backdrop to the creative, colorful and vibrantly flavored lineup of dishes to follow.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
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“Banquette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/banquette. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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