[He likes the oatmeal comment. The kid's not dull, at the very least.]

That was very... thoughtful of you.

[John was about to open his menu, but now he'll just push it to one side.

So much for browsing.]

I'd say you're welcome, but I don't know what you want yet. You seem like an efficient young man, though, so why don't we cut to the chase.

[He flags down the waitress.] Coffee, black. Thanks