Question
I’m traveling to Japan for the first time, and I want to try dining at an izakaya (a Japanese-style pub). I heard that izakayas have menus mostly in Japanese. How do I ask the staff, “Do you have an English menu?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
英語（えいご）のメニューはありますか。
Eego no menyuu wa arimasu ka?
Do you have an English menu?
Dining out in Japan can be an exciting experience, especially at an izakaya where you can try a variety of dishes. However, the language barrier can be a challenge. Use the phrase “eego no menyuu wa arimasu ka?” to enquire if there is an English version of the menu available.
This phrase is handy not just at izakayas but at many restaurants throughout Japan. “Eego” means “English”, “menyuu” means “menu”, and “arimasu ka?” is used for asking if something exists or is available. Feel free to memorize this question to enhance your dining experiences in Japan. Bon appétit!
