Alain actually has not met the waitrats yet. He's seen them scurrying around with orders, though, as part of the background insanity of this place, and so he isn't too startled.

"Aye? I've asked for things I know, mostly. Not very adventurous, I wot."

He tries the hot chocolate.

It's startlingly sweet. And also very good indeed. His eyebrows go up appreciatively. Looks like Alain now has a new option for caffeinated beverages.