How to Order Food & Dine Out in Spain Spanish — Restaurant Phrases

From reading menus to splitting the bill, these lessons prepare you for every part of dining out in a Spain Spanish-speaking country. Practice real restaurant conversations and food vocabulary.

Offer a genuine compliments about their style.

Buy them a drink after asking for their permission.

Use light teasing or playful jokes to build chemistry.

Essential communication

Getting around and shopping

Dining out

The size of coffee you want.

The style of coffee, such as espresso, latte, cappuccino, Americano, mocha, etc.

Choice of bean which can vary by origin, roast type, or blend.

Suggest moving to a quieter spot in the bar to continue talking.

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Number of guests

Checking table availability for specific dates and times.

Numbers

Paying the grocery bill

Suggest moving to a quieter spot in the bar to continue talking.

Offer a genuine compliments about their style.

Buy them a drink after asking for their permission.

Use light teasing or playful jokes to build chemistry.

Specifying any dietary restrictions or special requests.

Understanding cancellation policies and deadlines.

Inquiring about parking or valet services.

Confirming the reservation details, including date, time, and number of guests.

Asking about any ongoing promotions or special menus.

Requesting accommodations for special occasions, such as birthdays or anniversaries.

Exploring options for private or semi-private dining for groups.

Asking about accessibility features for disabled guests.

Number of guests

Checking table availability for specific dates and times.

Setting preferences for seating, such as indoor, outdoor, or specific views.

Options such as type of milk, depending on dietary preferences or allergies.

Indicates whether the coffee is for in-store or to be taken out.

The size of coffee you want.

The style of coffee, such as espresso, latte, cappuccino, Americano, mocha, etc.

Choice of bean which can vary by origin, roast type, or blend.

Essential communication

Getting around and shopping

Dining out

Options such as type of milk, depending on dietary preferences or allergies.

Indicates whether the coffee is for in-store or to be taken out.

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