Dining is the heart of Greek culture, especially when meeting family or friends. Whether you are making a reservation for a romantic dinner or enjoying a long Sunday lunch with your partner's relatives, these phrases will help you navigate the table with confidence. Using a few local expressions like "Eho kratisi" (I have a reservation) goes a long way.
Essential Dining Phrases
| English | Greek | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| I have a reservation | Έχω κράτηση | E-ho KRA-ti-si |
| A table for two | Ένα τραπέζι για δύο | E-na tra-PE-zi ya DEE-o |
| The menu please | Το μενού παρακαλώ | to me-NOO pa-ra-ka-LO |
| Water please | Νερό παρακαλώ | ne-RO pa-ra-ka-LO |
| Wine / Beer | Κρασί / Μπύρα | kra-SI / BEE-ra |
| The bill please | Το λογαριασμό παρακαλώ | to lo-ga-ri-a-SMO pa-ra-ka-LO |
Family & Social Dining
| English | Greek | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Cheers! / To our health | Στην υγειά μας! | stin yi-YA mas |
| It's very delicious | Είναι πολύ νόστιμο | EE-ne po-LEE NOS-ti-mo |
| Thank you for the meal | Ευχαριστούμε για το γεύμα | ef-ha-ri-STOO-me ya to YEV-ma |
| I am full / I've eaten well | Χόρτασα | HOR-ta-sa |
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