Scan-to-order at restaurants
Scan the QR code on your table, pick dishes on your phone, pay — and the food comes to you.
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Many restaurants in China — from noodle shops to big chains — use scan-to-order (扫码点餐, sǎomǎ diǎncān). There may be no paper menu at all.
Useful words on the menu
| Chinese | Pinyin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 辣 | là | Spicy |
| 不辣 | bú là | Not spicy |
| 微辣 | wēi là | Mildly spicy |
| 素 | sù | Vegetarian |
| 牛肉 | niúròu | Beef |
| 猪肉 | zhūròu | Pork |
| 鸡肉 | jīròu | Chicken |
| 鱼 | yú | Fish |
| 米饭 | mǐfàn | Rice |
| 面 | miàn | Noodles |
Food allergies or diet?
Show a dietary card to the waiter before you order.