WHAT CAN I GET YOU?

This lesson will focus on how to offer and request items in a polite and conversational way. It introduces the structure "What can I get you?" and teaches students how to respond appropriately. This phrase is commonly used in service settings like restaurants or cafés, but it can also be used in everyday situations to show politeness when offering something.

1. GRAMMAR: POLITE OFFERS AND REQUESTS

"What can I get you?" – A polite way to ask someone what they would like, often used when serving or offering something.
- Example: "What can I get you? Would you like tea or coffee?"
"Can I get..." – A common phrase to use when making a request for something.
- Example: "Can I get a glass of water, please?"
Modals for requests: Using "can," "could," and "would" when asking politely.
- Example: "Could you pass me the salt?" or "Would you like some dessert?"

2. VOCABULARY:

Menu – A list of food or drinks in a restaurant
Beverages – Drinks (e.g., tea, coffee, juice)
Dish – A specific meal or food item
Appetizer – A small dish before the main course
Main course – The primary meal
Dessert – Sweet foods served after the main meal
Waiter/Waitress – A person serving food and drinks
Serve – To bring food or drink to a customer
Order – To request food or drink in a restaurant
Refill – To fill something (like a glass) again

3. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS:

"What can I get you?"
"Can I get you something to drink?"
"Would you like to see the menu?"
"Can I get a refill on my coffee, please?"
"What do you recommend?"
"I'd like to order the special, please."
"Could I have some water, please?"
"Do you need anything else?"
"Would you like an appetizer before the main course?"
"Can I get the check, please?"

4. SENTENCES:

The waiter asked, "What can I get you?"
Can I get a glass of water, please?
I’d like to order the pasta with tomato sauce.
Could you bring us the dessert menu, please?
What do you recommend for today?
Can I get you anything else?
I’ll have the soup as an appetizer.
Would you like some coffee with your dessert?
We are ready to order now.
Could I get the bill, please?

5. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:

Q: What can I get you to drink?
A: I’ll have a glass of water, please.
Q: Would you like anything else with your meal?
A: No, thank you. I’m fine.
Q: What do you recommend?
A: I recommend the chicken special today.
Q: Can I get a refill on my coffee?
A: Of course! I’ll bring it right away.
Q: Could you bring me the check, please?
A: Certainly. I’ll get it for you now.

6. CONVERSATION:

Waiter: Good evening! What can I get you to drink?
Customer: I’ll have a lemonade, please.
Waiter: Great choice! Would you like an appetizer while you wait for your main course?
Customer: Yes, I’ll have the garlic bread.
Waiter: Sure. And for your main course, what would you like?
Customer: I’d like the grilled salmon, please.
Waiter: Excellent. I’ll bring your order right away.
Customer: Thank you!
(Later)
Waiter: Can I get you anything else?
Customer: Could I have the dessert menu, please?
Waiter: Absolutely. Here you go.

7. READING:

"Ordering at a Restaurant"

When you go to a restaurant, the waiter usually greets you and asks, "What can I get you?" This is a polite way to start your dining experience. You can respond by ordering a drink or asking for more time to look at the menu. Some people like to start with an appetizer, such as soup or salad, before ordering their main course.

It’s also common to ask the waiter for recommendations. For example, you might say, "What do you recommend?" This can be helpful if you’re not sure what to order. After you’ve finished eating, you can ask, "Can I get the check, please?" or "Could I have the bill?"

Remember to be polite when making requests. Use phrases like "Could I have..." or "Can I get..." to show respect for the person serving you. This way, you can ensure that your dining experience is pleasant for both you and the waiter.