Making a Table Reservation
How to call or talk to a host to reserve a table at a restaurant.
Asking for the Menu
How to ask politely for the menu at a restaurant.
Ordering Food and Drinks
How to order food and beverages from a server.
Asking About Ingredients
How to ask what's inside a dish or if it contains allergens.
Requesting Recommendations from the Waiter
How to ask your server to suggest popular or best dishes.
Complaining Politely About Food
How to express dissatisfaction about a meal in a respectful way.
Asking for a Vegetarian or Vegan Option
How to ask if vegetarian or vegan meals are available.
Requesting a Table for Two
How to ask the host for a table for two people.
Asking for the Bill
How to ask the server for the bill after your meal.
Splitting the Bill
How to ask if you can divide the bill with someone.
Saying Thank You to the Waiter
How to express gratitude to the server after dining.
Asking About Today’s Specials
How to ask the server what special dishes are available today.
Changing Your Order
How to tell the waiter you want to change your order.
Asking for a Takeaway
How to ask if you can take the remaining food home.
Making a Complaint About Service
How to express dissatisfaction about the restaurant service.
Requesting a Child-Friendly Menu
How to ask for a menu suitable for children.
Asking If the Dish Is Spicy
How to find out if a dish is spicy before ordering.
Requesting Water or a Drink Refill
How to ask for more water or another drink.
Telling the Waiter You Enjoyed the Food
How to compliment the restaurant on a good meal.
Asking for a Table Near the Window
How to request a specific seat in a restaurant.
Making a Birthday Reservation
How to book a table for a birthday celebration.
Asking About Wait Time
How to find out how long you'll have to wait for a table.
Letting the Staff Know It's Your First Visit
How to tell restaurant staff it’s your first time there.
Asking for Napkins or Utensils
How to politely ask for missing table items.
Asking About Opening Hours
How to ask when the restaurant opens or closes.
Informing About a Food Allergy
How to inform the server about any food allergies.
Canceling a Reservation
How to cancel a table you had previously reserved.
Giving Feedback After the Meal
How to share positive or negative feedback politely.
Requesting a Quieter Table
How to ask for a table away from noise or crowd.
Talking to the Chef
How to politely ask to speak with the chef or thank them.