๐ฌ๐ง Learn English ยท A1 Everyday phrases
โ Ordering Food and Drinks
Learn how to order food and drinks at a cafe in English. Practice polite words to use when you talk to the waiter.
Saying Hello and Getting a Table
When you go to a cafe or a restaurant, the first thing to do is greet the staff and say how many people are with you. You can use 'Hello' and 'I would like' to be very polite. Keep your sentences short and smile. This makes it easy for the waiter to help you find a nice place to sit.
Asking for the Menu and Ordering
Next, you want to see the food and drink options. You can ask 'Can I have the menu, please?'. When you know what you want, start your order with 'Can I have' or 'I would like'. Always remember to say 'please' and 'thank you' because good manners are very important.
Asking for the Bill
When you finish eating and drinking, it is time to leave. You need to ask how much money to pay. You can look at the waiter and ask for the check or the bill. You can also ask if they take a credit card or if you need to pay with cash.
