W: How about having lunch at super star restaurant?
M: I am sorry but all I can afford today are a big Mac and small coke.
W: Dont worry about that, lunch is on me.
M: I cant do that.
W: Come on. I insist.
M: Well, if you insist. Thank you, but next time Ill treat.
W: Fine, thats a deal.
Dialogue 2.
W: Good evening. Do you have a reservation?
M: Yes, the reservation is under Lin.
W: Very good, Mr. Lin. Do you prefer smoking or non|smoking seating?
M: Non|smoking please.
W: If you follow me, I will show you to your table.
M: Thank you.
W: You are welcome. Your server will be with you right away to take you drink water.
Dialogue 3.
M: What do you recommend?
W: We have a daily chef special of fried chicken.
M: What side dish comes with the special?
W: Aside salad and your choice of baked potato or steamed rice.
M: I will have the special with the salad and potato.
W: Anything else?
M: Yes, a glass of iced water.
Dialogue 4.
W: Could you tell me how this thing is cooked?
M: Lobster? Its steamed and served with our special sauce.
W: Is it good?
M: Sure. Its our most popular dish.
W: I think I will try some lobster and give me some green salad together.
M: We have 3 dressings for salad. Which one would you like?
W: What kind do you have?
M: We have Italian and French.
W: Make it French, please.
Dialogue 5.
W: Have you had time to look over the menu?
M: Oh, yes. I would like the beef steak.
W: How would you like your meat cooked?
M: Well done, please.
W: Would you like a side salad?
M: No, thanks.
W: Very good. I will bring your appetizer immediately.
Exercise.
1. This dish doesnt agree with me.
2. I will bring your appetizer soon.
3. What would you like for your main course?
4. Ill have my steak well done.
5. Id like to start with a little soup.
6. I want my steak rare.
7. Lets go dutch this time.
8. Can I order take out here?
9. Would you prefer the set course or a la carte?
10. Whats your recommendation, waiter?
11. Waiter, could you please send up two bottles of beer?
12. What side dishes do you need?
13. Ive already made a pig of myself.
14. Lets just have a light meal.
15. What is the special on todays menu?
