to leave room for (something)

Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 559: Ending a Restaurant Meal.

This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 559. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development in beautiful Los Angeles, California.

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This dialogue is about someone who is in a restaurant, and they want to leave the restaurant. So it will describe common vocabulary and phrases you use when you are done eating and want to leave. Let’s get started.

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. …

Server: Here’s your check. I’ll