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Ordering at a sit-down restaurant

Being seated, ordering, and paying.

1
Being seated

Tell the host how many people. They’ll walk you to a table and bring menus — wait to be seated rather than picking your own table.

2
Looking at the menu

Take your time. If the server comes before you’re ready, just say so.

💬 “Could we have another minute?”
3
Ordering

Tell the server your choice. They may ask follow-ups (sides, how it’s cooked) — short answers are fine.

💬 “I’ll have the [dish], please.”
4
During and paying

Servers check back; “we’re good, thanks” is a fine answer. When you’re done, ask for the check.

💬 “Could we get the check when you have a chance?”

That’s the free preview. The full story — all 4 steps, each with a picture — is part of full access in the app, along with every other story. These ones are free start to finish: Ordering at a coffee shop, A routine doctor’s visit, A job interview.

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