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What are some common phrases for ordering food at a restaurant

Mastering Essential Japanese Vocabulary at B1 Level: What are some common phrases for ordering food at a restaurant

Here are some common phrases for ordering food at a restaurant:

  • “Can I see the menu?” — to ask for the menu if it’s not already at the table.
  • “What do you recommend?” — to ask the staff for suggestions.
  • “Do you have any vegetarian dishes?” — asking about vegetarian options.
  • “Does it contain meat?” — to check if a dish has meat.
  • “How spicy is it?” — to inquire about the spiciness of a dish.
  • “I will have this one, please.” — when pointing to or selecting something on the menu.
  • “Can I have a glass of water, please?” — to request water.
  • “Can we pay separately?” — to request separate bills.
  • “What’s the special for today?” — to ask about the special dish that day.
  • “Can I get one more serving, please?” — to ask for another serving of something.
  • “I’ll have…” or “I’d like…” — polite and common ways to order specific dishes.
  • “Could I have…?” or “Can I get…?” — neutral, polite phrases for ordering.

These phrases cover a variety of common needs from seeing the menu, asking about dietary preferences, ordering food and drinks, and settling the bill politely. 1, 3, 7, 10

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