Learn to Speak English. Асафова Г.К. - 38 стр.

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Lesson 6
AT A RESTAURANT
I. NOTE
There are many kinds of restaurants in the United States – fast food places, like
McDonald's and Burger King, cafeterias, diners, specialty restaurants of many na-
tionalities, and gourmet restaurants. In almost any town or city in the U.S., there is
usually a restaurant that will suit your taste and your budget.
When dining out in most restaurants, a waitress or receptionist will normally
greet you and show you to a table. Often, you are asked whether you prefer the smok-
ing or non-smoking section. Once seated, a waiter or waitress will bring you a menu
and tell you about the special dishes being served this day. Your waiter or waitress
may seem overly friendly (he/she will say "Hi!" to you and introduce him/herself).
You'll get used to this informality after a while.
When you get the check, you will need to leave a tip, normally 15 % of the
amount for your meal, depending on the quality of a service. In most restaurants, you
will be able to pay with a credit card. If you uncertain about this, you should inquire
before being seated.
II. DIALOGUE
Receptionist: Hi, will you be having lunch?
You: Yes, but I' m not very hungry. It's too hot outside.
Receptionist: I know what you mean. It's a scorcher today.
You: I'm not used to this kind of weather. I'm glad that everything is air condi-
tioned here.
(You go to your table. A waitress comes by and hands you a menu).
Waitress: Hi, my name is Kelly, and I'll be serving you today. Can I get you some-
thing to drink?
You: Just water, please, with ice.
Waitress: Of course. I'll be back in a moment.
(The waitress returns and you prepare to order your meal).
Waitress: Would you like to know our house specials?
You: I think I'll just have a salad, bread, and a glass of white wine.
Waitress: O.K. What kind of wine? Our house wine is quite good.
You: Fine, I'll have some of that.
Waitress: I'll be right back with you wine.
(You finish your meal and start to feel better. The waitress returns to your table).
Waitress: Would you like some dessert? We have a delicious chocolate cheese cake.
You: I don't think so. I'm on a diet. Just bring the check, please.

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