蓮(れん)
Drinks after work
You're friends, meeting up at an izakaya at the end of a long week.
とりあえず生で
toriaezu nama de
A draft beer to start.
Say it to the server right after sitting down — the classic izakaya first order.
お疲れ
otsukare
Good work / hey, you made it.
Casual greeting to a friend after work, and also used as a toast.
乾杯
kanpai
Cheers!
Say it while clinking glasses, before the first sip.
すみません
sumimasen
Excuse me!
Call out to the staff when you want to order more.
何にする?
nani ni suru?
What are you having?
Ask your friend while looking at the menu.

