When you visit a restaurant in Russia, knowing some key words and phrases can really help you. Here’s a simple guide to make it easier for you:

Key Vocabulary

• Меню (menyu) - This means "Menu."
• Неплохо (neplokho) - This means "Not bad." It shows you’re pleased with something.
• Заказ (zakaz) - This means "Order."

Useful Phrases

1. Я хочу заказать… (Ya khochu zakazat’...) - This means "I want to order…"
2. Можно рекомендации? (Mozhno rekomendatsii?) - This means "Can I have some recommendations?"
3. Счёт, пожалуйста. (Schiot, pozhaluysta.) - This means "The bill, please."

Grammar Tip

• You can change the word "заказывать" (zakazyvat’) a bit. For example, Я заказываю (Ya zakazyvayu) means "I am ordering."

Try practicing these phrases, and you’ll feel more comfortable eating out in Russia!