Here's the breakdown:
* "Brasserie" is a noun in French, directly referring to a brewery.
* "Brasserie" evolved in the French language to also refer to a type of restaurant, typically serving traditional French cuisine and often with a focus on beer.
So, the word "brasserie" has its roots in the brewing process and the places where beer was made. It's interesting how the meaning shifted to encompass a specific type of restaurant, emphasizing the link between beer and good food.