Vocabulary
What is the Spanish word for "bill/check"?
Cuenta
How do you politely ask for the bill in Spanish?
La cuenta, por favor
In many Spanish-speaking countries, what is a typical time for dinner?
After 8!
9-11 PM
What is the Spanish word for "soup"?
Sopa
What is the Spanish term for "napkin"?
Servilleta
Translate "fork" into Spanish.
Tenedor
What is a polite way to ask the waiter to bring you the dessert menu?
¿Puede traerme el menú de postres?
What is a common dining etiquette practice in Spain before starting a meal?
Saying "buen provecho."
Translate "bread" into Spanish.
Pan
How would you ask if a restaurant offers gluten-free options in Spanish?
¿Hay opciones sin gluten?
What is the Spanish term for "dessert"?
Postre
Translate the following phrase into Spanish: "I would like a coffee, please."
Me gustaria un café, por favor.
How do dining customs differ in Spanish-speaking countries compared to the U.S. regarding meal courses?
Spanish-speaking countries often have multiple courses (starter, main, dessert) and meals are more leisurely.
What is the term for "main course" in Spanish?
Plato principal
What is the term for a service charge sometimes included in the bill?
Tasa de servicio
What does "especialidades" refer to on a menu?
Specials
How would you ask for a recommendation from the waiter in Spanish?
¿Tiene una recomendación?
What is the significance of "sugerencia del chef" on a Spanish menu?
It is the chef’s recommendation or daily special.
What does "a la carta" mean?
À la carte (ordering individual dishes)
Translate "glass" into Spanish.
Vaso
How do you say "menu" in Spanish, and what is another word that can be used interchangeably?
Menu, carta
How do you say "Can you bring me a little more of...?" in Spanish?
¿Puede traerme un poco más de...?
Describe a typical meal structure in Argentina.
Meals often include a starter, a main course (often including meat), and dessert, with a focus on socializing and long meals.
If you have an allergy to sugar, how would you ask if a dish contains sugar in Spanish?
¿Este plato contiene azucar?
How do you say "reservation" in Spanish and what is the phrase for confirming it?
Reserva; Confirmar la reserva