In 2019 archaeologists discovered a well-preserved “fast food” counter at Pompeii. The frescoed counter was found in one of 150 thermopolia, Roman cook-shops, which were discovered in the Regio V area of the city.
 | In ancient Rome, fast food parlors served those who could not afford to install kitchens at their homes. Menus typically included coarse bread with salty fish, baked cheese, lentils, and mulled spiced wine. |
The termopolium was fully excavated and unveiled in late 2020 in the Regio V site, which is not open the public. The hot food and drinks shop served ancient fast food.
 | The front of the counter was decorated with bright frescoes, some depicting animals on the menu. | |
 | Archaeologists found a decorated bronze drinking bowl known as a patera, ceramic jars used for cooking stews and soups, wine flasks and amphora. Traces of food were found in some of the deep terra cotta jars. It is the first time such a stand has been entirely uncovered.  |
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