to-go box
Plural
to-go boxes
1
a container used to package leftovers or food for take-out from a restaurant or other food establishment
A to-go box, also known as a takeout container or takeaway box, is a disposable or reusable container used for packing leftover food or meals to be eaten outside of a restaurant or food establishment. These boxes are typically made of paper, cardboard, plastic, or foam, and come in various sizes and shapes to accommodate different types of food items. To-go boxes often feature a hinged or lidded design to securely hold the food inside and prevent spills or leaks during transportation.
- After enjoying dinner at the restaurant, the server brought a to-go box for the uneaten portions of our meal.
- As a sustainable practice, the cafe encouraged customers to bring their reusable to-go boxes for take-out orders.
- She requested a to-go box to take home the delicious pasta she couldn't finish.
- The bakery offered complimentary to-go boxes for customers purchasing pastries or cakes to enjoy later.
- The sushi restaurant provided small to-go boxes for customers who wanted to take home their leftover rolls.