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Making a Restaurant Reservation
Use these phrases to call a restaurant to book a table or ask about their menu.
Key Phrases
Voice
Asking for a table · 3 ways to say it
Can I get a table for two tonight?
neutralI would like to make a reservation.
politeUS
I would like to book a table.
politeUK
Giving details · 2 ways to say it
We need a table for four at eight.
neutralCould I book a table for four people at eight?
politeChecking time · 2 ways to say it
Do you have anything open at seven?
neutralIs there a table available at seven?
politeChanging the time
Can we come a little later? Maybe at eight?
neutralAsking about the menu · 2 ways to say it
Do you have vegetarian food?
neutralAre there vegetarian options on your menu?
politeGiving a name · 2 ways to say it
The reservation is for Smith.
neutralIt is under the name Smith.
politePractice Dialogue
Caller
Hi, can I get a table for two tonight?
Staff
Sure. What time do you want to come in?
Caller
Do you have anything open at seven?
Staff
We are full at seven. How about eight?
Caller
Eight is perfect. Do you have vegetarian food?
Staff
Yes, we have a few vegetarian dishes.
Caller
Great. The reservation is for Smith.
Staff
Sounds good. See you at eight.