Phrases Ordering Food and Drinks

Could I get a side of...

C2

Meaning

May I please have an additional smaller dish to accompany my main course?

Examples

  • John: 'I'll take the steak, and <b>could I get a side of</b> asparagus?'<br>
  • Alice: 'Certainly, sir.'
  • John: 'The salmon, and <b>could I get a side of</b> new potatoes?'
  • Alice: 'Your order, please?'<br>