Practice English Reading Exercises for A2 – Restaurant Reviews & Food Preferences
Reading 1
For each question, choose the correct answer.
1 Which person thought the food had too much chili?
(A) Linh (B) Matt (C) Sofia
2 Which person was surprised by the low price of the meal?
(A) Linh (B) Matt (C) Sofia
3 Which person visited the restaurant with a relative?
(A) Linh (B) Matt (C) Sofia
4 Which person preferred the shrimp dish to the crab dish?
(A) Linh (B) Matt (C) Sofia
5 Which person says there were no empty tables inside?
(A) Linh (B) Matt (C) Sofia
6 Which person had to wait a long time to get their meal?
(A) Linh (B) Matt (C) Sofia
7 Which person plans to go back to the restaurant very soon?
(A) Linh (B) Matt (C) Sofia
A New Seafood Spot
Linh
I write about food every week, and this new place is great. I usually love very hot food, so I was excited to try their special seafood plate. The boiled crab was wonderful, and the prawns were nice too. When we arrived, the room was completely full of people, so we had to sit near the door. The waiters brought our dinner quickly. I thought it would be expensive because the seafood was so fresh, but the bill was actually very small. I will definitely write a good review online!
Matt
I visited this restaurant on a quiet Tuesday evening. I ordered the special crab, but it had too many red chilis in it, so I had to drink three glasses of water! The crab was okay, but the large prawns were definitely the best part of the meal because they were cooked perfectly. The food here is not cheap, but I really enjoyed the clean kitchen and friendly staff. I am already planning to take my friends there next weekend to try their other dishes.
Sofia
Last night, I went to this new seafood spot with my cousin because we both love eating out. We ordered the shrimp bowl and the spicy crab. The chili flavor was just right for us. However, the restaurant had some problems. We sat at our table for nearly an hour before our plates arrived because the kitchen was so slow. The food tasted good, but because of the long wait, I think I will not return until next year when they have more chefs.
ANSWER KEY
1 B 2 A 3 C 4 B 5 A 6 C 7 B
Reading 2
For each question, choose the correct answer.
1 Which person eats pizza less often than they would like?
(A) Liam (B) Sofia (C) Toby
2 Which person likes meat that is a little bit hot to eat?
(A) Liam (B) Sofia (C) Toby
3 Which person prepares their own food in their kitchen?
(A) Liam (B) Sofia (C) Toby
4 Which person thinks that adding meat makes the meal taste worse?
(A) Liam (B) Sofia (C) Toby
5 Which person says that having extra cheese makes them feel too full?
(A) Liam (B) Sofia (C) Toby
6 Which person enjoys their favorite food with their parents?
(A) Liam (B) Sofia (C) Toby
7 Which person thinks vegetables should not be on a pizza?
(A) Liam (B) Sofia (C) Toby
Teenagers Discuss Their Favorite Pizza Toppings
Liam
My friends always want lots of different things on their pizza, but I prefer to keep it simple. For me, a classic Margherita is perfect, but I always ask the waiter to double the mozzarella! Some people think spicy sausage is great, but I believe that adding beef or pork actually ruins the flavor of a good slice. Also, I hate things that make my tongue burn. Sadly, my parents think fast food is unhealthy, so I only get to enjoy it once a month. I wish I could have it every single day!
Sofia
I order from the local café every Friday night. I completely disagree with Liam! I think a plain pizza is incredibly boring. I always ask for extra spicy sausage because I absolutely love food with chili that makes my mouth feel a bit warm. On the other hand, putting double mozzarella on top is a terrible idea. Having that much cheese just sits heavily in my stomach and makes me feel too heavy. Also, please don’t put onions or peppers on my dinner—I hate anything green on it!
Toby
Unlike Liam and Sofia, I don’t go to restaurants or order online. Instead, I make the dough and cook everything myself in our home. It takes more time, but it tastes so much better! I usually bake a large one on Saturday evenings and sit down at the table with my mum and dad to enjoy it together. I like a mix of toppings. I add ordinary sausage—but definitely not the hot kind because I dislike chili! I also put lots of fresh tomatoes and mushrooms on mine.
ANSWER KEY
1 A 2 B 3 C 4 A 5 B 6 C 7 B
Reading 3
For each question, choose the correct answer.
1 Which person likes to look at people walking past?
(A) Thomas (B) Elena (C) Marco
2 Which person wants to have the window open for some wind?
(A) Thomas (B) Elena (C) Marco
3 Which person needs more room for the things they carry?
(A) Thomas (B) Elena (C) Marco
4 Which person uses their phone to remember their food?
(A) Thomas (B) Elena (C) Marco
5 Which person chooses this table because it is quieter?
(A) Thomas (B) Elena (C) Marco
6 Which person thinks it makes an expensive dinner better?
(A) Thomas (B) Elena (C) Marco
7 Which person enjoys looking at the evening sky?
(A) Thomas (B) Elena (C) Marco
Booking a Window Table
Thomas
My wife and I love going to top-class restaurants for our birthdays. We pay a high price for these meals, so getting a seat by the glass makes the event feel truly perfect. I also never get bored there. Instead of staring at a blank wall, I have a great time seeing men and women travelling down the pavement outside. Some friends say the street is too loud, but I don’t mind. I also leave my mobile in my pocket. I don’t care about getting shots of my dessert; I just want to enjoy the view.
Elena
When I eat at a luxury restaurant, the natural light is very important to me. I love making beautiful images of my lunch or dinner for my friends to see online, and the bright sun helps with that. If the weather is warm, I ask the waiter to slide the glass open so a nice cool breeze can come inside. My favorite time to go is late afternoon. I love watching the clouds turn pink and dark before night comes. I only carry a tiny handbag, so I don’t need a large table, just a beautiful view.
Marco
Sitting in the middle of a busy dining room is my worst nightmare. The waiters walk past all the time, and you can hear everyone talking. Next to the window, it is much more peaceful, so I can easily hear my friends. Also, we often go for a nice meal after spending the day buying clothes. The corners near the glass usually give us a bit of extra area to put all our heavy shopping bags on the floor. Even when it is completely black outside and there is no view, this spot is still the best.
ANSWER KEY
1 A 2 B 3 C 4 B 5 C 6 A 7 B