Explanation
Going on a trip to the Spanish-speaking world? You're in for a fantastic culinary experience! And with this list of polite restaurant phrases, you'll be prepared to navigate each step of the meal.
Getting a Table
You can use the following phrases to get yourself seated:
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Una mesa para __ , por favor. | A table for ____ , please. |
Tenemos una reservación para __ personas. | We have a reservation for ____ people. |
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Ordering
Now that you're seated, it's time to order. If you need to ask for a menu, you can use the following phrases:
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Could you please bring me the menu? | |
Could you please bring me the menu? | |
Could you please bring us the menu? | |
Could you please bring us the menu? |
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If you're unsure of what to order or need to ask about certain ingredients, use the phrases below:
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What do you recommend (I try)? | |
What do you recommend (we try)? | |
¿Viene con __ ? | Does it come with ____ ? |
Does it have gluten? | |
Is it made with meat? |
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Time to get down to business! Use these phrases when you're ready to order:
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¿Podría traerme __ , por favor? | Could you please bring me ____? |
Por favor, tráigame __ . | Please bring me ____ . |
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Asking For Help or More Food
If you didn't get what you ordered or there's something wrong with your food, use the following phrases:
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This isn't what I ordered. | |
There's something in my food. | |
My food is cold. |
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If you need something more, try out these phrases:
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Could I get a refill? | |
Could I get another? | |
¿Puede traerme __ como postre? | For dessert, could I get ____? |
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Getting the Check or a To-Go Box
Ready to leave? Use these phrases to pay for your meal and/or take it to go!
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Could you please bring me the check? | |
Can I pay with a credit card? | |
Could you please split the check? | |
Could I please get this in a box to go? |
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