10 Common English Expressions to Use in a Restaurant

As a customer in a restaurant, it’s important to know the common expressions used when ordering and communicating with your server. Here are the top 10 English expressions that are commonly used in a restaurant setting:

1. • “Can I see a menu, please?” – This is how you ask to see the restaurant’s menu.

• • “What are the specials tonight?” – This is how you ask about the restaurant’s daily specials.

• • “I’ll have the [dish name].” – This is how you order a specific dish from the menu.

• • “Can I make a reservation?” – This is how you ask to reserve a table at the restaurant.

• • “Can I get a glass of [drink name]?” – This is how you order a specific drink.

• • “Can I have the check, please?” – This is how you ask for the bill.

• • “Can I make a substitution in this dish?” – This is how you ask to make a change to a dish on the menu.

• • “Is there a vegetarian option?” – This is how you ask if the restaurant has any vegetarian dishes.

• • “Can you make it gluten-free?” – This is how you ask to have a dish prepared without gluten.

• • “This dish is too salty/spicy, could I have it less salty/spicy?” – This is how you express that the dish you received is not to your liking and ask the server to adjust it to your preference.

By knowing and using these expressions, you’ll be able to communicate more effectively with your server and have a more enjoyable dining experience.