1. Go to the Italian restaurant Hostess: Good evening. Do you have a reservation? You: No, we don’t have one. We are just walking in. Hostess:How many(people in your party?) You: only 2. Hostess: Would you like to sit in a booth or at the bar? You: Booth, please. Hostess: Just a second and we will have the table ready for you. Hostess: This way please Your waiter will be with you shortly.

2. Taking the order Waiter: Good evening, I am your waiter today and my name is Alex. Would you like to get something to drink first? You: Lemonade for me, please. Your husband: Ice tea, thanks. Waiter: Are you ready to order? You: We need more time. Waiter: Take your time and I will be right back with your drinks.

3. Parmigiana is a Southern Italian dish made with a shallow- fried sliced filling, layered with cheese and tomato sauce, then baked. Southern Italiancheesetomato sauce

4. mos·tac·cio·li n. Pasta in short tubes with slanted ends. Chicken Piccata

5. Waiter: What would you like ? You: Do you have any good suggestion? /Anything special you can recommend us? Waiter: “Fresh catch of the day” is one of the most popular. As you see, this dish is just like its name. The meat is fresh and tender. You: I would like to have _______ Your husband: ______ for me please. Waiter: So we have ____. Is it correct? Waiter: Enjoy your meal!

6. Finish eating You: It is such a big portion and we can’t finish it. May I have a to-go box, please? Waiter: No problem, we will take care of it for you. Your husband: (Can you bring me the) check, please? Waiter: This is your check. Thank you very much, sir and you both have a wonderful night