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Eating Out

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1.
restaurant attendant
Noun

an individual employed in a restaurant to assist with various tasks such as serving food, taking orders, and ensuring a positive dining experience for customers

The restaurant attendant brought us menus and took our drink orders.

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table service
Noun

a dining arrangement in a restaurant where waitstaff serve food and beverages directly to seated customers at their tables, providing a personalized and attentive experience

In table service, the waiter brings your food and drinks to your table.

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Michelin Guide
Noun

a prestigious international restaurant rating system and guidebook that awards Michelin stars to restaurants based on their culinary excellence and quality of service

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busboy
4.
bus
boy
Noun

someone whose job is to clear tables and dirty dishes, etc. in a restaurant

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gree
ter
Noun

a person who works in a restaurant, casino or shop, welcoming customers

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kitchen porter
Noun

someone whose job is to wash dishes and do other simple tasks in the kitchen of a hotel, restaurant, etc.

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regular
7.
re
gu
lar
Adjective

following a pattern, especially one with fixed or uniform intervals

The company follows a regular process for handling customer complaints.

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server
8.
server
Noun

a computer that gives other computers access to files and information in a network

The company's server stores all employee files and emails.

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short-order cook
Noun

someone whose job is preparing food that can be quickly or easily cooked

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sommelier
10.
so
mmel
ier
Noun

someone who is in charge of serving wine and helping customers choose wine in a restaurant

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valet
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va
let
Noun

someone whose job is parking customers' cars at restaurants or hotels

The restaurant offered valet parking for its patrons, allowing them to arrive and depart with ease.

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waiter
12.
wai
ter
Noun

a man who brings people food and drinks in restaurants, cafes, etc.

Our waiter cleared the empty plates from the table.

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waitress
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wait
ress
Noun

a woman who brings people food and drinks in restaurants, cafes, etc.

I asked the waitress for the bill after finishing my meal.

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waitstaff
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wait
staff
Noun

the group of people who wait on tables in a restaurant or bar, such as waiters and waitresses

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wine steward
Noun

someone who is in charge of serving wine and helping customers choose wine in a restaurant

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a la carte
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a la carte
Noun

a menu in which each dish has a separate price

The restaurant offers an extensive à la carte featuring a wide range of appetizers, entrees, and desserts.

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bill
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bill
Noun

a new law that is proposed to a parliament to be discussed about

The professor was recognized as an authority in the field of environmental science.

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book
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book
Noun

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

I always carry a book in my bag so I can read during my commute or whenever I have free time.

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booth
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booth
Noun

a place where customers of a bar or restaurant sit, with two high-backed seats and a table in the middle

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check
20.
check
Verb

to keep something bad under control in order to prevent deterioration or to slow down its spread or development

He wrapped a bandage tightly around his sprained ankle to check the swelling.

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cor
kage
Noun

an amount of money charged by a restaurant for drinking a wine that was bought from somewhere else by the customer

The restaurant allows you to bring your own wine, but they charge a corkage fee of $15 per bottle.

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dine out
22.
dine out
Verb

to have dinner in a restaurant or at someone else's home

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doggy bag
Noun

a bag for taking home one's leftover food in a restaurant

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gratuity
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gra
tui
ty
Noun

an additional amount of money given to someone for their services

The waiter received a generous gratuity for providing excellent service throughout the meal.

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tip
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tip
Noun

the additional money we give someone such as a waiter, driver, etc. to thank them for the services they have given us

The hotel porter received a tip for carrying the luggage to the guests' room.

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table d'hote
Noun

a menu with a complete meal and a limited number of choices at a set total price

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tasting menu
Noun

a curated selection of dishes offered by a restaurant, typically in multiple courses, designed to showcase the chef's culinary skills and creativity

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delivery
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de
li
ve
ry
Noun

the act or process of taking goods, letters, etc. to whomever they have been sent

The delivery arrived earlier than expected, bringing joy to the recipient.

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dress code
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dress code
Noun

a set of guidelines specifying the types of clothing and grooming considered acceptable or appropriate in a particular setting or for a specific event

At the fancy restaurant, the dress code requests business casual attire.

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reservation
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re
ser
va
tion
Noun

a protected area of land where wild animals can live without being hunted or disturbed by human activities

The government established a reservation to protect endangered species.

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maitre d'hotel
Noun

someone who is in charge of the waiters and waitresses of a restaurant

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very important person
Noun

is an individual who holds a significant or influential position and is often granted special privileges or treatment due to their status

The mayor was treated as a very important person during the community celebration.

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cover charge
Noun

the amount of money that customers need to pay for occupying a table or entering an establishment

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menu
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me
nu
Noun

a list of the different food available for a meal in a restaurant

He's allergic to shellfish, so he's careful when reading the menu.

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order
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or
der
Verb

to ask for something, especially food, drinks, services, etc. in a restaurant, bar, or shop

He ordered a round of drinks for everyone at the table.

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service charge
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service charge
Noun

an extra amount of money added to a bill in a restaurant, etc. for the services delivered to a customer

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tab
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tab
Noun

a bill for the meal one has been served in a restaurant

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wait
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wait
Verb

to not leave until a person or thing is ready or present or something happens

We're patiently waiting for the rain to stop.

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dumb
wai
ter
Noun

a small elevator or lifting device used to transport items such as food, dishes, or laundry between different floors of a building, typically in a commercial or residential setting

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voucher
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vou
cher
Noun

a digital code or a printed piece of paper that can be used instead of money when making a purchase or used to receive a discount

She received a gift voucher for her favorite restaurant as a birthday present.

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head
wai
ter
Noun

a senior member of the waitstaff in a restaurant, responsible for overseeing and coordinating the service provided to patrons, often managing other waitstaff and ensuring a smooth dining experience

The headwaiter welcomed us to the restaurant and showed us to our table.

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dishwasher
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dish
wa
sher
Noun

someone whose job is to wash dishes

After finishing dinner, the dishwasher quickly cleared the table and loaded the dirty dishes into the machine.

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boun
cer
Noun

someone who is hired for security at bars or clubs, responsible for checking IDs and maintaining order among patrons

The bouncer checked our IDs before allowing us into the nightclub.

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bartender
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bar
ten
der
Noun

a person who serves drinks behind a bar, typically in a bar, restaurant, or other establishment

The bartender mixed a perfect martini for the customer sitting at the bar.

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barman
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bar
man
Noun

a man whose job involves mixing and serving drinks, particularly alcoholic drinks, in a bar

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barmaid
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bar
maid
Noun

a female bartender responsible for preparing and serving drinks at a bar or pub

Customers appreciated the quick service from the skilled barmaid.

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restaurateur
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res
tau
ra
teur
Noun

an individual who owns or manages a restaurant, overseeing its operations and often playing a key role in decision-making related to the establishment's cuisine, ambiance, and overall business strategy

The restaurateur greeted customers warmly at the entrance.

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open bar
Noun

a service at an event or venue where alcoholic beverages are provided without additional charge and are available for guests to consume freely

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