Ordering Food and Drinks

Ordering Food and Drinks in Tagalog

Ordering food and drinks is a fundamental skill when navigating daily conversations in Tagalog. This section will cover essential phrases, vocabulary, and cultural tips to help you confidently make your orders.

Basic Vocabulary

Common Food Items

- Kanin - Rice - Sinigang - Sour soup - Adobo - Marinated meat dish - Lechon - Roasted pig - Pancit - Noodles

Common Drinks

- Tubig - Water - Kape - Coffee - Tsaa - Tea - Soda - Soda - Juice - Juice

Essential Phrases

Making an Order

- Gusto ko ng... - I want... - Ilan ang gusto mo? - How many do you want? - Ano ang inumin mo? - What will you drink?

Example Dialogue

Customer: Gusto ko ng sinigang at kanin.

Waiter: Ano ang inumin mo?

Customer: Isang tubig, please.

Asking for Recommendations

- Anong masarap dito? - What is delicious here? - May espesyal ba kayo? - Do you have a special dish?

Special Requests

- Paki-adjust ang alat. - Please adjust the saltiness. - Walang sili, please. - No chili, please.

Cultural Tips

- When ordering in a restaurant, it’s common to greet the staff with a friendly **