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As a student of Modern Greek (1453-), it's important to be able to order food and drinks in a restaurant. In this lesson, we will learn useful phrases for ordering in a restaurant in Modern Greek. We'll also discuss some cultural information and interesting facts related to Greek food and dining. Let's get started!
 
== Common Greek Foods and Drinks ==
 
Before we start learning how to order food and drinks in a restaurant, let's first go over some common foods and drinks in Greece. Greek cuisine is known for its fresh ingredients, simple preparation, and bold flavors. Many dishes include olive oil, herbs, and vegetables.
 
Here are some popular Greek dishes:


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| κεφτέδες || keftéthes || meatballs
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| σαγανάκι || saganáki || fried cheese
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| μουσακάς || moussakás || moussaka
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| σουβλάκι || souvláki || grilled meat on a skewer
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| χωριάτικη σαλάτα || choriatikí saláta || Greek salad
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| τζατζίκι || tzatzíki || cucumber and yogurt dip
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| καλαμάρι || kalamári || squid or calamari
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| τυρόπιτα || tyrópita || cheese pie
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Greek drinks are also quite popular. Here are a few examples:
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In the previous lesson, we learned about common foods and drinks in Modern Greek. We expanded our vocabulary and now it's time to put it into practice when dining out at a restaurant. In this lesson, we will learn useful phrases for ordering food and drinks in a restaurant in Modern Greek. So, let's get started!
! Modern Greek (1453-) !! Pronunciation !! English
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| νερό || neró || water
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| καφές || kafés || coffee
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| τσάι || tsái || tea
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| αναψυκτικό || anapsyktikó || soft drink
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| μπύρα || býra || beer
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| κρασί || krasí || wine
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| ρακί || rakí || a strong, clear alcohol made from distilled grapes or other fruits
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Now that we're familiar with some common Greek foods and drinks, let's move on to how to order them in a restaurant.
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== Ordering Food and Drinks in a Restaurant ==
 
When you enter a restaurant in Greece, it's common to be seated by the host or hostess. Oftentimes, there will be a menu at your table to peruse before ordering. If you have any questions about the menu, don't be afraid to ask your server. They'll be happy to help.
 
Here are some useful phrases you can use when ordering food and drinks in a Greek restaurant:


* Μπορώ να έχω ένα μενού, παρακαλώ; (Boró na écho éna ménoú, parakaló?) - Can I have a menu, please?
== Basic Phrases ==
* Τι προτείνετε; (Ti proteínete?) - What do you recommend?
Before we dive into the specifics of ordering in a restaurant, let's review some basic phrases that will come in handy during your dining experience:
* Θα πάρω ένα... (Tha páro éna...) - I'll have a...
* Μήπως έχετε ένα ξεχωριστό πιάτο; (Mípos échete éna ksechoristó piáto?) - Do you have a special dish?
* Τον καφέ μου, παρακαλώ. (Ton kafé mou, parakaló.) - My coffee, please.
* Μπορώ να έχω τον λογαριασμό, παρακαλώ; (Boró na écho ton logariasmó, parakaló?) - Can I have the bill, please?


If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, it's important to let your server know. Here are some phrases to help you communicate your dietary needs:
* Γεια σας! (Yah sas!) - Hello! (formal)
* Γεια σου! (Yah soo!) - Hello! (informal)
* Ευχαριστώ (Efharisto) - Thank you
* Παρακαλώ πολύ (Parakalo poli) - You're welcome
* Συγνώμη (Signomi) - Excuse me
* Το λογαριασμό παρακαλώ (Logariasmos, parakalo) - The bill, please
* Τι ώρα είναι; (Ti ora einai?) - What time is it?
* Πού είναι οι τουαλέτες; (Poo einai ee toualeta?) - Where is the restroom?


* Δεν τρώω κρέας. (Den tróo kréas.) - I don't eat meat.
Now that we have refreshed our memory with these common phrases, let's move on to the specific phrases and vocabulary related to ordering food and drinks in a restaurant.
* Δεν τρώω ψάρι. (Den tróo psári.) - I don't eat fish.
* Δεν τρώω γλουτένη. (Den tróo glouténi.) - I don't eat gluten.
* Είμαι αλλεργικός στα φιστίκια. (Eímai alergikós sta fistíkia.) - I'm allergic to nuts.


Greek meals often include appetizers, called μεζέδες (mezéthes) or also called appetizers. These small plates are meant to be shared among the table. Here are some common mezédes:
== Ordering Food ==
When you enter a restaurant, you will usually be shown to a table. Once you are seated, a server will come to take your order. Here are some phrases you can use to order food in a restaurant:


{| class="wikitable"
* Παρακαλώ, μπορώ να δω το μενού; (Boro na do ton menu, parakalo?) - May I see the menu, please?
! Modern Greek (1453-) !! Pronunciation !! English
* Τι μας προτείνετε; (Ti mas protinete?) - What do you recommend?
|-
* Θα πάρω το... (Tha paro to...) - I'll have the...
| τζατζίκι || tzatzíki || cucumber and yogurt dip
* Μερίδα (Merida) - Portion
|-
* Πιάτο (Piato) - Plate
| τυροκαυτερή || tyrokauterí || spicy cheese dip
* Συνοδευτικά (Sinodeftika) - Side dish
|-
* Σάλτσα (Salsa) - Sauce
| φέτα || féta || a crumbly, salty cheese made from sheep's milk
* Παρακαλώ να μου φέρετε... (Parakalo na mou ferete...) - Please bring me...
|-
* Με λίγο αλάτι (Me ligoo alati) - With a little salt
| καλαμάρια || kalamária || fried squid or calamari
* Χωρίς κρεμμύδι (Horis kremmia) - Without onions
|-
* Μέτριο (Metro) - Medium
| χωριάτικη σαλάτα || choriatikí saláta || Greek salad
* Καλοψημένο (Kalopsimeno) - Well-done
|-
* Σουβλάκι (Souvlaki) - Souvlaki
| μελιτζανοσαλάτα || melitzanosaláta || eggplant dip
* Μουσακάς (Mousakas) - Moussaka
|}
* Κεφτέδες (Keftedes) - Meatballs
* Ψάρι (Psari) - Fish
* Κοτόπουλο (Kotopoulo) - Chicken
* Μοσχάρι (Moschari) - Beef
* Χοιρινό (Hoirino) - Pork
* Κρέας (Kreas) - Meat
* Λαχανικά (Lachanika) - Vegetables


In Greece, it's also common to share main dishes, called κυρίως πιάτα (kiryós piáta). Here are some popular main dishes:
When ordering, you can also specify how you would like your food cooked:


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* Μέτρια ψημένη (Mesaeo) - Medium
! Modern Greek (1453-) !! Pronunciation !! English
* Καλοψημένη (Kalopsimeno) - Well-done
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| μουσακάς || moussakás || layers of eggplant, potatoes, and spiced meat, topped with a creamy béchamel sauce
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| σουβλάκι || souvláki || grilled meat on a skewer, often served with pita bread and tzatziki sauce
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| γύρος || gýros || thinly sliced meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie, often served in a pita wrap with tomato, onion, and tzatziki sauce
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| χοιρινό στη λέσχη || chirinó sti léshi || slow-roasted pork shoulder with garlic and herbs
|-
| κεφτέδες || keftéthes || meatballs, often served in a tomato sauce with rice or potatoes
|}


When you're finished with your meal, it's common to ask for the bill by flagging down your server and saying "Μπορώ να έχω τον λογαριασμό, παρακαλώ;" (Boró na écho ton logariasmó, parakaló?).
== Ordering Drinks ==
In addition to ordering food, you will also want to order drinks to accompany your meal. Here are some phrases you can use to order drinks in a restaurant:


== Cultural Information and Interesting Facts ==
* Θα πάρω ένα... (Tha paro ena...) - I'll have a...
* Νερό (Nero) - Water
* Ποτό (Poto) - Drink
* Κρασί (Krasi) - Wine
* Μπύρα (Bira) - Beer
* Αναψυκτικό (Anapsiktiko) - Soft drink
* Χυμό (Chimo) - Juice
* Καφέ (Kafe) - Coffee
* Τσάι (Tsai) - Tea
* Αφέψημα (Afepsima) - Herbal tea
* Σφηνάκι (Sfinaki) - Shot


Greek cuisine is one of the most beloved in the world, and for good reason. It's healthy, delicious, and uses fresh, seasonal ingredients. But Greek culture around food goes beyond just the cuisine itself.
== Additional Phrases ==
Here are some additional phrases that may be useful when dining out at a restaurant:


In Greece, food is a social activity. Meals are often enjoyed with family and friends, and are meant to be savored slowly. In fact, it's common for Greeks to spend several hours at the table, enjoying multiple courses and engaging in lively conversation. This tradition is known as συνεστίαση (synestíasē).
* Μπορώ να πληρώσω με κάρτα; (Boro na plirosi me karta?) - Can I pay with a card?
* Έχετε Wi-Fi; (Ehete Wi-Fi?) - Do you have Wi-Fi?
* Υπάρχει ο κατάλογος στα αγγλικά; (yparchi o katalogos sta anglika?) - Do you have a menu in English?
* Μπορείτε να μου φέρετε το λογαριασμό; (Borite na mou ferete ton logariasmo?) - Can you bring me the bill?


Another important aspect of Greek dining culture is the abundance of fresh, local ingredients. Greeks take pride in their produce, and many dishes are made with vegetables grown in the region. Olive oil is also a staple ingredient in Greek cuisine, and it's used generously in cooking and as a condiment.
== Practice Makes Perfect ==
 
Now that you have learned these useful phrases, it's time to practice ordering in a restaurant. Find a partner and take turns playing the role of the server and the customer. Use the phrases we have learned to order food and drinks, and don't forget to practice your pronunciation as well!
Finally, it would be remiss not to mention the importance of wine in Greek dining culture. Greece is home to many vineyards and wineries, and the country produces a variety of delicious wines. In fact, Greece is one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world, with evidence of wine production dating back to 6,500 years ago.


== Conclusion ==
== Conclusion ==
 
In this lesson, we learned useful phrases for ordering food and drinks in a restaurant in Modern Greek. We covered a range of vocabulary related to food and drinks, as well as common phrases that will come in handy during your dining experience. Remember to practice these phrases in real-life situations to become more confident in your language skills. In the next lesson, we will continue to explore the world of food and dining by learning how to talk about different types of cuisine. Stay tuned!
In this lesson, we learned some common Greek foods and drinks, as well as useful phrases for ordering in a Greek restaurant. We also discussed some cultural information and interesting facts related to Greek food and dining. Use these phrases and tips next time you visit a Greek restaurant, and you're sure to impress your server and fellow diners!


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Modern Greek (1453-) Vocabulary → Food and Dining → Ordering in a Restaurant

In the previous lesson, we learned about common foods and drinks in Modern Greek. We expanded our vocabulary and now it's time to put it into practice when dining out at a restaurant. In this lesson, we will learn useful phrases for ordering food and drinks in a restaurant in Modern Greek. So, let's get started!

Basic Phrases[edit | edit source]

Before we dive into the specifics of ordering in a restaurant, let's review some basic phrases that will come in handy during your dining experience:

  • Γεια σας! (Yah sas!) - Hello! (formal)
  • Γεια σου! (Yah soo!) - Hello! (informal)
  • Ευχαριστώ (Efharisto) - Thank you
  • Παρακαλώ πολύ (Parakalo poli) - You're welcome
  • Συγνώμη (Signomi) - Excuse me
  • Το λογαριασμό παρακαλώ (Logariasmos, parakalo) - The bill, please
  • Τι ώρα είναι; (Ti ora einai?) - What time is it?
  • Πού είναι οι τουαλέτες; (Poo einai ee toualeta?) - Where is the restroom?

Now that we have refreshed our memory with these common phrases, let's move on to the specific phrases and vocabulary related to ordering food and drinks in a restaurant.

Ordering Food[edit | edit source]

When you enter a restaurant, you will usually be shown to a table. Once you are seated, a server will come to take your order. Here are some phrases you can use to order food in a restaurant:

  • Παρακαλώ, μπορώ να δω το μενού; (Boro na do ton menu, parakalo?) - May I see the menu, please?
  • Τι μας προτείνετε; (Ti mas protinete?) - What do you recommend?
  • Θα πάρω το... (Tha paro to...) - I'll have the...
  • Μερίδα (Merida) - Portion
  • Πιάτο (Piato) - Plate
  • Συνοδευτικά (Sinodeftika) - Side dish
  • Σάλτσα (Salsa) - Sauce
  • Παρακαλώ να μου φέρετε... (Parakalo na mou ferete...) - Please bring me...
  • Με λίγο αλάτι (Me ligoo alati) - With a little salt
  • Χωρίς κρεμμύδι (Horis kremmia) - Without onions
  • Μέτριο (Metro) - Medium
  • Καλοψημένο (Kalopsimeno) - Well-done
  • Σουβλάκι (Souvlaki) - Souvlaki
  • Μουσακάς (Mousakas) - Moussaka
  • Κεφτέδες (Keftedes) - Meatballs
  • Ψάρι (Psari) - Fish
  • Κοτόπουλο (Kotopoulo) - Chicken
  • Μοσχάρι (Moschari) - Beef
  • Χοιρινό (Hoirino) - Pork
  • Κρέας (Kreas) - Meat
  • Λαχανικά (Lachanika) - Vegetables

When ordering, you can also specify how you would like your food cooked:

  • Μέτρια ψημένη (Mesaeo) - Medium
  • Καλοψημένη (Kalopsimeno) - Well-done

Ordering Drinks[edit | edit source]

In addition to ordering food, you will also want to order drinks to accompany your meal. Here are some phrases you can use to order drinks in a restaurant:

  • Θα πάρω ένα... (Tha paro ena...) - I'll have a...
  • Νερό (Nero) - Water
  • Ποτό (Poto) - Drink
  • Κρασί (Krasi) - Wine
  • Μπύρα (Bira) - Beer
  • Αναψυκτικό (Anapsiktiko) - Soft drink
  • Χυμό (Chimo) - Juice
  • Καφέ (Kafe) - Coffee
  • Τσάι (Tsai) - Tea
  • Αφέψημα (Afepsima) - Herbal tea
  • Σφηνάκι (Sfinaki) - Shot

Additional Phrases[edit | edit source]

Here are some additional phrases that may be useful when dining out at a restaurant:

  • Μπορώ να πληρώσω με κάρτα; (Boro na plirosi me karta?) - Can I pay with a card?
  • Έχετε Wi-Fi; (Ehete Wi-Fi?) - Do you have Wi-Fi?
  • Υπάρχει ο κατάλογος στα αγγλικά; (yparchi o katalogos sta anglika?) - Do you have a menu in English?
  • Μπορείτε να μου φέρετε το λογαριασμό; (Borite na mou ferete ton logariasmo?) - Can you bring me the bill?

Practice Makes Perfect[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned these useful phrases, it's time to practice ordering in a restaurant. Find a partner and take turns playing the role of the server and the customer. Use the phrases we have learned to order food and drinks, and don't forget to practice your pronunciation as well!

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we learned useful phrases for ordering food and drinks in a restaurant in Modern Greek. We covered a range of vocabulary related to food and drinks, as well as common phrases that will come in handy during your dining experience. Remember to practice these phrases in real-life situations to become more confident in your language skills. In the next lesson, we will continue to explore the world of food and dining by learning how to talk about different types of cuisine. Stay tuned!

Table of Contents - Modern Greek (1453-) Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Greek Alphabet


Basic Greetings and Phrases


Nouns and Articles


Numbers and Time


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Family and Relationships


Greek Traditions and Customs


Greek History and Geography



Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



◀️ Common Foods and Drinks — Previous Lesson Next Lesson — Present Tense ▶️

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