Food & Dining · Community post
How to order food if I cannot read Chinese menus?
I don’t understand written Chinese at all. What’s the easiest way to order meals in local restaurants?
♥ 0 helpful ◌ 5 replies
Comments (5)
You
N
NoahWindowSeat27Aug 3
Use your phone translator app to photograph menus for translation.
C
ChloeKindOfLocal44Aug 3
Look at what other diners are eating and point to dishes you like.
G
GrahamBlueSuitcase61Aug 3
Many restaurants have picture menus you can select from.
S
SiennaTravelsLight78Aug 3
Download offline translation packs before arriving in China.
T
TheoCityStroll95Aug 3
Carry small translation cards listing food preferences and allergies.