General
byo
What does byo mean?
Bring Your Own; especially of a restaurant where you supply your own alcohol, or a party.
"The restaurant's BYO, so grab some wine."
Origin
Initialism of 'bring your own'; entrenched in Australian dining.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'BYO' mean?
It stands for 'bring your own', usually meaning bring your own alcohol to a restaurant or party.
What is a BYO restaurant?
It's a restaurant that lets you bring your own wine or beer, often with a small corkage fee, instead of buying alcohol on site.
What's the difference between BYO and BYOB?
They mean the same thing; 'BYO' is the more common Australian form, while 'BYOB' (bring your own bottle/booze) is used more in the US and UK.
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