At a pub, bar or café

There's no more enjoyable place to practise your English than in a pub! Here are some expressions to help you order drinks or food in a pub, bar, or café.

Note that at pubs in Britain, it's customary to order drinks and food at the bar, although some pubs with restaurant areas may take your order at the table.

Ordering drinks

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Ordering snacks and food

When placing your order at a café which offers take-away food, you may be asked:

Bar games

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