What it means
A very British jokey way to suggest going to Nando's, usually when you want to make an ordinary meal sound like a tiny act of mischief. In this vibe, cheeky means a cheeky little treat you didn't exactly need but absolutely fancy. It's meme-y, self-aware, and said with a grin.
Usage examples
"You up for a cheeky Nando's after work? Can't be arsed to cook. Sweet, grab us extra hot and a portion of cheeky chips."
"Fancy a cheeky Nandos after the match?"
"We popped out for a cheeky Nandos instead of cooking."
"Let's sack meal prep and do a cheeky Nando's, I'm craving medium with halloumi."
"He said it like it was a grand adventure, but really it was just a cheeky Nando's before the cinema."
Where it comes from
It took off in British internet culture in the 2010s, especially through lads-on-Facebook meme pages where "cheeky" meant a small, slightly naughty treat and Nando's was peak casual eat-out fodder. From there it jumped offline and became a joking way to hype up a low-stakes trip for chicken and chips.
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