Argentina

Kiero pedir...: I want to order... (Quiero pedir...)

This expression is used to indicate to the waiter that you are ready to place your order.

Kual es el plato del dia?: What is the dish of the day? (¿Cuál es el plato del día?)

This expression is used to inquire about the special of the day. It is commonly found in most menus and restaurants in Argentina.

Me tra la karta, por favor?: Can you bring me the menu, please? (¿Me trae la carta, por favor?)

This expression is used to ask the waiter to bring you the menu or list of dishes available in the restaurant.

Me podria rekomendar algo?: Could you recommend something to me? (¿Me podría recomendar algo?)

This expression is used when you want to try something new and different and you would like the waiter's recommendation.

Kiziera un bife de chorizo bien hugoso.: I would like a juicy sirloin steak. (Quisiera un bife de chorizo bien jugoso.)

This expression is used to order a tasty slice of sirloin steak that should be cooked to a medium or medium rare temperature.

Podria kambiar las papas fritas por enzalada?: Could I change French fries for salad? (¿Podría cambiar las papas fritas por ensalada?)

This expression is used to modify a dish, asking the waiter to change one side item for another in your meal.

Para mi una porsion de pisa de musarella.: For me a portion of mozzarella pizza. (Para mí una porción de pizza de muzzarella.)

This expression is used to order a single slice of mozzarella cheese pizza.

Hay alguna komida bejetariana en el menu?: Is there any vegetarian dish on the menu? (¿Hay alguna comida vegetariana en el menú?)

This expression is used to ask if there are any meals without meat or animal products available.

Puede traerme la kuenta, por favor?: Can you bring me the check, please? (¿Puede traerme la cuenta, por favor?)

This expression is used to ask the waiter for the bill or check after you have finished your meal.

Tiene algum postre kasero?: Do you have any homemade desserts? (¿Tiene algún postre casero?)

This expression is used to inquire about desserts that are made on the premises at the restaurant, instead of being bought from a supplier.