Ordering Food at a Restaurant – Real English Conversation

Ordering food at a restaurant is a must-have skill for English learners. In this short video, you’ll learn how to confidently ask for what you want at a restaurant in English.

Watch as Dave orders a chicken sandwich and chooses between grilled or fried. You’ll also learn what grilled and fried mean, and how to ask for sides like fries, onion rings, or salad.

Claire helps explain vocabulary such as dressing—the sauce that goes on a salad—and the different types available: ranch, Caesar, and vinaigrette.

This video is perfect for beginners who want to sound natural and polite when ordering food in English. It also teaches useful vocabulary you’ll hear in American restaurants.

Practice repeating the phrases aloud and try to use them next time you eat out. You’ll feel more confident and prepared to speak English in real-life situations!