Question
I’m traveling to Japan for the first time and I want to experience authentic Japanese cuisine. When dining at a restaurant, how can I ask the server, “What is your recommendation?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
おすすめは何（なん）ですか。
Osusume wa nan desuka?
What is your recommendation?
This is a practical phrase when dining out in Japan, especially if you want to try something special that the restaurant offers. Osusume means “recommendation,” and nan desuka means “what is it?” or “what is?” Combining these, you can ask for the server’s recommended dish.
You can save this expression for any situation where you want to know recommendations, whether it’s for food, activities, or places to visit.
