LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 💬
1. What can you see in the picture?
2. When you go to a restaurant, do you usually make a reservation? Why or why not?
DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
At a popular restaurant during dinner time, Asami is hoping to dine in. The staff, Arthur, is managing the seating arrangements.
Arthur
Asami
No, we don’t. Do you have a table for three?
Arthur
We’re full right now.
Asami
Oh, no! How long is the wait?
Arthur
It could be 20 minutes or so.
Asami
That sounds reasonable. We will be back in 20 minutes, then.
(After 20 minutes, Asami returns.)
Arthur
Welcome back! Your table is ready. Have you decided which meal to order?
Asami
Not yet.
Arthur
No problem. How about today’s special? It’s on the back of the menu.
Asami
Great, let me take a look. We will try fruit salad.
Arthur
Excellent choice! I’ll get those started for you right away.
Asami
Ahh! can you make it three, please?.
Arthur
Alright!
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. Does Asami have a reservation?
2. How long does the staff say the wait will be for a table?
3. What special item does the staff suggest Asami consider ordering?
LET'S LEARN! 📖
| What you can hear: | What you can say: |
|---|---|
Do you have a reservation? | Do you have a table for three? |
We’re full right now. | How long is the wait? |
It could be __ minutes or so. | We’ll be back in __ minutes. |
Yes, have you decided? | Not yet |
How about today’s special? | Make it three, please. |
It’s on the back of the menu. |
LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Customer
Staff
No. Do you have a table for three?
Customer
Staff
Oh, that's unfortunate. How long is the wait?
Customer
Let's see. It could be 30 minutes or so.
Staff
Customer
Staff
How about today's special? It's very good.
Customer
Looks good. Make it three, please. Can I see the wine list?
Staff
ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
You are a customer visiting a popular Italian restaurant in the city for dinner. It's a busy night, and you are hoping to get a table without a reservation. The host is there to assist you.
Instruction:
Pair up with a partner. One person will be the staff, and the other will be the customer. Use the provided expressions to guide your conversation.
| AS THE TOURIST | AS THE STAFF |
|---|---|
Inquire about a table | Check if the tourist has a reservation |
Ask about the waiting time | Inform about the waiting time |
Confirm the wait time and plan to return | Acknowledge the tourist’s return plan |
Indicate that you need more time to decide | Suggest today’s special |
Specify the number for the special | Indicate where the special is on the menu |
Good evening! Do you have a reservation?