How is your week going?  Last week we touched upon restaurant communication.  This week I would like to elaborate more on the subject.  Let’s have fun.

I picked restaurant communication because I love to go out and dine. I enjoy the experience of being served and enjoying a great meal with someone.  I even enjoy eating out on my own.  I just love the experience.  Don’t you?

Last week I gave you a vocabulary list, this week I would like to use the words in sentences.  Did you get a chance to practice?

Let’s begin with the exercise.

Reservation - an arrangement to secure accommodations at a restaurant or hotel, on a boat or plane, etc.
Host:  Good evening, do you have a reservation?
Me:  Yes, I have a reservation under Barbara, table for two.
Host:  Oh, yes I see your reservation.  Come this way, follow me.

Menu - a list of the dishes served at a meal; bill of fare: Ask the waiter for a menu.
Waiter:  Here is a menu, I will give you a few minutes to look it over.
Me: Thank you.

Drink - to take water or other liquid into the mouth and swallow it; imbibe.
Waiter:  Would you like to start with something to drink?
Me:  Yes, I would like sparkling water with lemon. Thank you.

Take Your Order -  Idiom - an expression used by food service personnel to determine if the customer is ready to order food.
Waiter:  Hello, may I take your order?
Me:  Yes, I will have the cheeseburger with french fries.  Thank you.

Glass - a tumbler or other comparatively tall, handleless drinking container.
Me:  Hi, can you please change my glass?  It is dirty on the side, thank you.
Waiter:  Absolutely, I’m sorry that it’s dirty.  I will get you a clean glass right away.

Restroom - rooms or a room having a washbowl, toilet, and other facilities for use by employees, visitors,etc., as in a store, theater, or office.
Me:  Hello, can you please tell me where is your restroom?
Waiter:  Sure, it’s to your right at the end of the hall.
Me:  Thank you.

In Summary, dining out can be a great experience.  Start small, learn the phrases that will help you improve.  Next week we will go over the rest of the vocabulary words.  Remember to Practice and continue to have fun.

What is your favorite restaurant?