Restaurant English: Essential Phrases for Dining Out

Welcome! This essential guide helps you use restaurant English to speak at a restaurant with confidence.

Learn essential phrases to order, ask questions about the menu, and pay your bill.

Greeting and seating

• Greeting and seating: "Hi, a table for two, please."
• Ask for help if needed: "Could you help me?"
• Ask for the menu: "Can I see the menu, please?"

Ordering food

• Ordering: "I'd like the chicken, please."
• Ask about options: "What are the vegetarian options?"
• Ask about ingredients: "Does this have onions?"

Specials and questions

• Today's special: "What is today's special?"
• Dietary needs: "Is there a gluten-free option?"

Paying the bill

• Bill: "Could we have the bill, please?"
• Payment method: "Can I pay by card?"

Helpful reminders

• Speak slowly: "Please speak slowly."
• Be polite: "Thank you."

Speaking Topics

• Greeting and seating - "Hi, a table for two, please."
• Ordering food - "I'd like the chicken, please."
• Asking about specials - "What is today's special?"
• Checking ingredients - "Does this have onions?"
• Paying the bill - "Could we have the bill, please?"