What does the cryptic crossword clue "Plea to have dinner in lobby (8)" mean?

The definition is "Plea". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). EAT (synonym="EAT") in ENTRY (synonym="ENTRY") = ENTREATY; definition: "Plea" The answer is ENTREATY.

Plea to have dinner in lobby (8)

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