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Essential phrases for restaurants and ordering food

Essential Russian Phrases for Travelers: Communicate with Ease: Essential phrases for restaurants and ordering food
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Here are essential phrases for restaurants and ordering food that are useful in most English-speaking dining situations:

At Arrival and Seating:

  • “Do you have any free tables?”
  • “A table for [number], please.”
  • “I’d like to make a reservation.”
  • “Is this table okay?”
  • “Could we sit outside or inside, please?”

Asking for the Menu and Recommendations:

  • “Can I see the menu, please?”
  • “Could I see the wine list, please?”
  • “What do you recommend?”
  • “Do you have any specials today?”
  • “What’s the special for today?”

Ordering Food and Drinks:

  • “I’d like to order [dish], please.”
  • “Does this dish contain meat?”
  • “Do you have any vegetarian or vegan dishes?”
  • “Could I get this without [ingredient]?”
  • “Can I have the [dish] with extra [ingredient]?”
  • “How spicy is it?”
  • “Can we have a bottle of wine with the meal?”
  • “Can I have a glass of water, please?”

Handling Dietary Restrictions:

  • “I’m allergic to [nuts/dairy/etc.].”
  • “I’m a vegetarian.”
  • “Does this contain any allergens?”

During the Meal:

  • “Can I get one more serving, please?”
  • “Is there any dish we could share?”

At Payment:

  • “Can we pay separately?”
  • “Could I have the check, please?”

These phrases cover the most common interactions from entering the restaurant, ordering food, making special requests, and paying the bill, making dining out more comfortable and clear for non-native speakers.

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