559 – Ending a Restaurant Meal
Server: Can I clear these plates and get them out of your way?
Alvin: Sure, we’re all done. Can I get the rest of that in a doggie bag?
Server: No problem. I’ll wrap it up for you. Is there anything else I can get you? Did you leave room for dessert? How about some coffee or tea?
Alvin: No, I’m stuffed. Just the check for me, thanks.
Server: Sure, coming right up.
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Server: Here’s your check. I’ll take that when you’re ready.
Alvin: Do you accept personal checks?
Server: No, I’m afraid we don’t.
Alvin: How about credit cards?
Server: Yes, we do accept credit cards.
Alvin: Here’s my Discover card.
Server: Oh, we don’t accept that one.
Alvin: Okay, here’s my American Express.
Server: Sorry, but we don’t take that one either. We only accept Visa or MasterCard.
Alvin: I don’t have a Visa or MasterCard.
Server: We also accept cash, of course.
Alvin: I don’t have any cash on me. Is there an ATM nearby?
Server: There’s one about three blocks away, but you’ll need to leave something with us so we know you’re not running out on the check.
Alvin: How about my doggie bag?
Server: How about your cell phone or your driver’s license?
Alvin: Okay, here’s my cell phone. I’ll be back ASAP.
Server: No rush. I’ll be right here making a few calls to Bora Bora.