Question
I’m traveling in Japan and I love Japanese food. I want to know how to ask for recommendations in a restaurant. How do I ask the waiter, “What dish do you recommend?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
おすすめの料理（りょうり）は何（なん）ですか。
Osusume no ryoori wa nan desuka?
What dish do you recommend?
This phrase is very handy when you’re dining out in Japan and want to try something the restaurant is known for. Osusume means “recommendation” and ryoori means “dish” or “cuisine.” By asking “osusume no ryoori wa nan desuka?” you’re politely requesting the waiter’s recommendation for a dish. You can use this phrase in any restaurant and it might even lead you to discover new favorite Japanese dishes!
