LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 💬
1. What can you see in the picture?
2. What do you normally order at a coffee shop?
DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
A tourist ( Asami) is at a restaurant talking to the waiter (Ronald).
Asami
Waiter
Sure. Go ahead. Here it is.
Asami
Thank you. I’d like to order the grilled chicken, please.
Waiter
Certainly. Would you like any sides with that?
Asami
Do you have any vegetarian options for sides?
Waiter
Yes, we do. We have a side salad and steamed vegetables.
Asami
Great, Great, I’ll have the steamed vegetables. Also, where is the restroom?
Waiter
It’s just around here, to your left.
Asami
Thanks. What’s the soup of the day?
Waiter
Today’s soup is tomato basil.
Asami
That sounds good. Is this the dessert menu?
Waiter
Yes, it is. Would you like to see our specials?
Asami
No, it's alright. Can you bring me some extra napkins?
Waiter
Of course. I’ll be right back with those.
Asami
By the way, is there Wi-Fi available here?
Waiter
Yes, there is. The password is on your receipt.
Asami
Wonderful, thank you!
Waiter
You’re welcome. Enjoy your meal!
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. What does the customer ask for first when they talk to the waiter?
2. What vegetarian options does the waiter offer for sides?
3. Where is the restroom located in the restaurant?
LET'S LEARN! 📖
| What you can hear: | What you can say: |
|---|---|
Sure. Go ahead | Can I..? ( Can I taste it?) |
Sure. It will cost 20 dollars | I’d like to...? ( I’d like to send this to Japan) |
Yes, here you are. / No, I don’t | Do you have...? ( Do you have a charger for an iPhone?) |
At the counter./ I’m not sure. | Where can I...? (Where can I buy tickets?) |
You don’t have to enter a password. | What’s...? ( What’s the password for the WiFi?) |
Yes, there are a few. / No there aren’t. | Is there...? ( Is there a Japanese restaurant around here?) |
Sure. | Can you..? ( Can you repeat that?) |
Beef or fish? | I’d like .. ( I’d like fish) |
Yes, it is new. | Is this..? ( Is this new?) |
No, it isn't | Is it..? (Is it far from here?) |
LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Tourist
Can I pay with a credit card?
Waiter
Tourist
Waiter
There's a box office in the lobby.
Tourist
Is this gold?
Waiter
Tourist
Waiter
You don't have to enter a password.
Tourist
Where's the nearest ATM?
Waiter
ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
You are seated at a table in a restaurant. The waiter approaches you and asks for your order.
Instruction:
Pair up with a partner. One person will be the customer, and the other will be the waiter. Use the provided expressions to guide your conversation.
| AS A CUSTOMER | AS THE WAITER |
|---|---|
Greet the waiter and ask to see the menu. | Greet the customer and offer the menu. |
Order a main course and inquire about side options. | Take the customer’s order for the main course and suggest side options. |
Ask for the location of the restroom. | Provide directions to the restroom. |
Inquire about the soup of the day. | Inform the customer about the soup of the day. |
Confirm if Wi-Fi is available and ask for the password. | Confirm Wi-Fi availability and provide the password. |
Request extra napkins. | Bring extra napkins as requested. |
Ask about gluten-free options for pasta. | Offer gluten-free options for pasta. |
Thank the waiter and express satisfaction. | Wish the customer an enjoyable meal. |
Hi, Can I see the menu, please?