Russian Vocabulary: Eating Out

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Introduction

Embark on a culinary journey through Russia with our guide to ‘Eating out in Russian’. Learn essential vocabulary for ordering food, asking for the bill, and navigating menus like a local. With native speaker audio to guide your pronunciation, you’ll be ready to impress at your favorite Russian restaurant or cafe. Get ready to savor the flavors of Russia like never before!

Vocabulary List

English Russian Pronunciation
menu
меню
appetizers
закуски
entrees
горячие блюда
desserts
десерты
beverages
напитки
specials
специальные предложения
reservation
бронирование
host hostess
хозяин хозяйка
waiter waitress
официант официантка
table setting
набор столовой
knife
нож
fork
вилка
spoon
ложка
napkin
салфетка
glass
стакан
cup
чашка
plate
тарелка
condiments
приправы
gratuity
чаевые
check
счет
corkage fee
плата за разливку
corkscrew
штопор
wine list
винная карта
recommendation
рекомендация
gluten-free
без глютена
vegetarian
вегетарианский
vegan
веганский
halal
халяль
kosher
кошерный
spicy
острый
mild
мягкий
rare
с кровью
medium rare
средней прожарки с кровью
medium
средний
well done
хорошо прожаренный

Language Tip: Politeness in Russian Dining

In Russian culture, it is important to use formal speech when addressing servers in restaurants. Use the polite form of ‘you’ – Вы (Vy), instead of the informal ‘ты (ty)’. This shows respect and good manners while dining out.

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