Question
I am planning a trip to Japan and I want to try some authentic Japanese dishes. How do I ask “What is your recommendation?” when I’m at a restaurant in Japan?
Japango Editor Team
おすすめは何（なん）ですか。
Osusume wa nan desu ka?
What is your recommendation?
This is a simple and practical phrase to use when you want to know what the restaurant staff or chef recommends. “Osusume” means “recommendation,” and “nan desu ka” means “what is it?” Together, they form the question “What is your recommendation?”
You can use this phrase at any restaurant or cafe in Japan when you’re unsure of what to order or if you’re looking to try something new and popular. Don’t hesitate to ask the staff for their osusume, as they are often happy to introduce you to their best dishes! Simply remember to be polite and follow up with a thank you, “arigatou gozaimasu.”
