What does the cryptic crossword clue "Restaurant getting attention during dispute when upset (3,4)" mean?

The definition is "Restaurant". The wordplay uses a reversal. EAR (synonym="‘attention’") in TOOM (synonym="TOOM") = TEAROOM; definition: "Restaurant" The answer is TEAROOM.

Restaurant getting attention during dispute when upset (3,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29215 | 18 Down | 2023-10-31 flower

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