请问有英文菜单吗？
Do you have an English menu?
Use before ordering if the menu is only in Chinese.
Food phrases
How to order food in China without speaking Chinese.
Use simple phrases for menus, spice level, dietary needs, allergies, payment, and takeaway. Show the Chinese text if pronunciation feels hard.
Restaurant phrase cards
请推荐一个招牌菜。
Please recommend a signature dish.
Use when the menu feels overwhelming.
不要太辣。
Not too spicy, please.
Use before the order is confirmed.
我不吃猪肉。
I do not eat pork.
Say this early; broths and fillings may use pork.
我对花生过敏。
I am allergic to peanuts.
Use clearly before ordering.
买单，谢谢。
The bill, please. Thank you.
Use when you are ready to pay.
Common mistake
Do not wait until food arrives to mention allergies or dietary restrictions. Show the phrase before the restaurant confirms the order.