Ordering Food & Drinks
Essential phrases for restaurants
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Gusto ko ng kanin.
I want rice.
Note: A direct way to order food or drinks.
Puwede po bang umorder?
May I order, please?
Note: A polite way to get the server's attention.
Ano ang inirerekomenda ninyo?
What do you recommend?
Masarap ba ito?
Is this delicious?
Tubig lang po.
Just water, please.
Puwede po bang makahingi ng bill?
May I ask for the bill, please?
Salamat po sa pagkain.
Thank you for the food.
Grammar Note
When ordering food, 'gusto ko' (I want) is commonly used. Adding 'po' makes your request more polite. 'Puwede po ba' (May I please) is a polite way to ask for something.