The wrong dish arrived in English
What to say when a restaurant brings you the wrong dish.
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Say this when it’s not what you ordered.
I think makes it softer: I think this isn't mine.
Name the dish you asked for.
order = ask for food; also the food you asked for
Ask about the wait time.
take = need this much time
Show you're not angry.
You can also say It's okay. / No problem.
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Most useful: what to say in English
Say “This isn't what I ordered.” — say this when it’s not what you ordered. I think makes it softer: I think this isn't mine.
Be clear: what to say in English
Say “I ordered the chicken pasta.” — name the dish you asked for. order = ask for food; also the food you asked for.
In a hurry: what to say in English
Say “How long will it take?” — ask about the wait time. take = need this much time.
Stay polite: what to say in English
Say “No worries.” — show you're not angry. You can also say It's okay. / No problem.