This mini‑section teaches you how to order food politely in three popular fast‑food restaurants. You will practice functional language, staff questions, and customer responses for each brand.

Learning Goals

• Use polite expressions like “I’d like…” and “Can I have…” when ordering.
• Respond to staff questions about size, toppings, or combos.
• Practice ordering in three different contexts: McDonald’s, Subway, and Domino’s Pizza.
• Handle payment and end the transaction politely with “Thank you.”

🍔 Ordering at McDonald’s

Note: McDonald’s sodas are ordered by size (small, medium, large). Free refills are being phased out in many locations, so check locally. Popular burgers include the Big Mac®, Quarter Pounder® with Cheese, Double Cheeseburger, and McChicken®.

🥪 Ordering at Subway

Note: Subway bread comes in 6‑inch and footlong sizes. Popular breads include Italian, 9‑Grain Wheat, Honey Oat, Flatbread, Italian Herbs & Cheese, Parmesan Oregano, and Jalapeño Cheese. Toppings include lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives, jalapeños, pickles, and sauces like chipotle southwest, honey mustard, and mayo.

🍕 Ordering at Domino’s Pizza

Note: Domino’s requires your address and phone number for delivery. Crust options include Hand Tossed, Handmade Pan, Crunchy Thin, New York Style, and Gluten‑Free. Popular toppings include pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, sausage, bacon, extra cheese, olives, green peppers, pineapple, and spinach.

Practice Task

Complete the customer’s lines in each situation:

1. McDonald’s: STAFF: Would you like fries with that?
   CUSTOMER: _______________________________________ (Say yes politely).
2. Subway: STAFF: What toppings would you like?
   CUSTOMER: _______________________________________ (Use “a few” and “a little”).
3. Domino’s: STAFF: May I have your address and phone number?
   CUSTOMER: _______________________________________ (Provide details politely).