Hey, Maricela, I need to book a dining reservation.
Sure! What did you have in mind?
Well, I want something not super trendy, but not really traditional.
Will you have a guest?
Yeah, one of our suppliers is in town and I want to thank her for doing business with us.
Oh, an out-of-towner. Why don't you show off something that's unique to Chicago cuisine?
That's a good idea.
Any dietary restrictions?
No. Anything is fine.
So, there's that new Filipino/Cuban place in Ravenswood, Bayan Ko.
Is it casual enough?
Yeah, it's BYOB.
Oh, that's perfect.
Shall I book it for you then?
Yes. I need it for next Thursday night at seven.
OK, Thursday the 21st, 7pm at Bayan Ko. I'll call them up now.
The weather's going to be gorgeous that night. See if you can get us an outdoor table.
OK, I'm on it....So there's a small problem.
What's the problem?
Actually two. There's no outdoor seating, and they are completely filled for 7pm.
OK, well who knows if the weather forecast will hold up, inside is fine. As far as the time, can you check 8pm?
Sure thing. Will do.
Thanks, Maricela.
8pm is fine, shall I proceed?
Do it.
OK, you are confirmed for an 8pm seating, two diners, at Bayan Ko on Thursday the 21st.
Wonderful. Thank you, Maricela.
No problem!