garbage plate

Meaning

Noun

A large serving of mixed fast foods, such as hamburger patties, fries, macaroni salad, etc.

Origin

Said to have originated at Nick Tahou Hots, a New York restaurant, with garbage presumably referring to the poor nutritional profile of fast foods.

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