Spanish Phrases for Dining Out82

Heading out to a Spanish-speaking restaurant? Impress the locals and enhance your dining experience by brushing up on these essential phrases.## Ordering
* ¿Tiene una mesa para ___ personas? (Do you have a table for ___ people?)
* Quisiera ver el menú, por favor. (I would like to see the menu, please.)
* ¿Qué recomienda? (What do you recommend?)
* Me gustaría pedir el ___. (I would like to order the ___.)
* ¿Puede traerme agua, por favor? (Can you bring me some water, please?)
## Communicating with the Waiter
* Perdón, puede repetir eso? (Excuse me, can you repeat that?)
* ¿Cuánto tiempo tarda? (How long will it take?)
* ¿Puedo tener la cuenta, por favor? (Can I have the bill, please?)
* Estaba delicioso. ¡Gracias! (It was delicious. Thank you!)
* ¿Puedo pagarlo con tarjeta de crédito? (Can I pay with a credit card?)
## Describing Food
* delicioso (delicious)
* sabroso (savory)
* rico (tasty)
* picante (spicy)
* suave (mild)
## Making Special Requests
* Soy alérgico a los cacahuetes. (I am allergic to peanuts.)
* Necesito que mi comida no tenga gluten. (I need my food to be gluten-free.)
* ¿Puede cocinar el pescado un poco más? (Can you cook the fish a little longer?)
* Me gustaría que el bistec esté poco hecho. (I would like the steak rare.)
* ¿Me trae una caja para llevar? (Can I get a take-out box?)
## Other Useful Phrases
* ¡Salud! (Cheers!)
* ¡Buen provecho! (Enjoy your meal!)
* ¿Habla inglés? (Do you speak English?)
* Gracias por su atención. (Thank you for your service.)
* ¡Hasta luego! (Goodbye!)
## Tips for Spanish-speaking Diners
* Pronounce words clearly and slowly.
* Be patient and understanding if the waiter or waitress doesn't understand you right away.
* Use gestures and body language to help convey your meaning.
* Don't be afraid to ask for help from a fellow diner or staff member who speaks both Spanish and English.
* Have a great time! Dining out in a Spanish-speaking restaurant can be a fun and rewarding experience.