Question
I just arrived at a sushi restaurant in Tokyo, and I want to order some recommendations from the chef. How do I ask, “What do you recommend?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
おすすめは何（なん）ですか？
Osusume wa nan desuka?
What do you recommend?
This is a practical expression to use when you want to know the best dishes or items recommended by the chef or staff. The word “osusume” means “recommendation,” and “nan desuka?” translates to “what is.” So, “osusume wa nan desuka?” literally means “what is the recommendation?”
You can use this phrase at any restaurant or shop in Japan to receive tailored advice on what to try based on their expertise or popular choices.
