What Does 86 Mean? Definition, History and More
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
The term has somewhat murky origins but has always been tied to the restaurant, bar, and hospitality industry. The most common reason for an item to be 86'd is simply when the ingredients for a menu item run out. Other possible origins of where the term 86 comes from is also tied to bars and alcohol. Table of Contents.
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