List of restaurant terminology – रेस्‍टोरेंट से संबंधित शब्‍द

  • Soup- सूप- सूप
  • Meat- मीट- माँस
  • Fish- फिश- मछली
  • Chicken- चिकन- गोश्‍त
  • Eggs- ऐग- अंडे
  • Salad- सलाद- सलाद
  • Vegetables- वे‍जिटेवल- शाकाहारी
  • Tomatoes- टमोटोस- टमाटर
  • Cheese- चीज- पनीर
  • Chips- चिप्‍स- चिप्‍स
  • Cake- केक- केक
  • Ice cream- आइस क्रीम- आइस क्रीम
  • Fruit- फ्रूट- फल
  • Coffee- कॉफी- कॉफी
  • Milk- मिल्‍क- दूध
  • Water- वाटर- पानी
  • Wine- वाइन- शराब
  • Beer- बीयर- बीयर
  • Menu- मेन्‍यु- व्‍यंजन सूची
  • Pasta- पास्‍ता- पास्‍ता
  • Pizza- पिज्‍जा- पिज्‍जा
  • Waiter- वेटर- वेटर
  • Table- टेवल- टेवल
  • Waitress- वेटरेस- महिला वेटर
  • Chair- चेयर- कुर्सी
  • Glass- ग्‍लास- कांच
  • Bottle- बोतल- बोतल
  • Napkin- नेपकिन- रूमाल
  • Tablecloth- टेवलक्‍लोथ- मेजपोश
  • Cutlery- कटलरी- चाकू
  • Cup- कप- कप
  • Saucer- ससर- तश्‍तरी
  • Plate- प्‍लेट- प्‍लेट
  • Fork- फ्राक- खाने का कांटा
  • Knife- नाइफ- चाकू
  • Spoon- स्‍पून- चम्‍मच
  • Teaspoon- टीस्‍पून- चाय का चम्‍मच

Here’s a list of restaurant terminology to help you navigate the world of dining and hospitality, both in English and Hindi:

1. A La Carte

  • English Meaning: A menu offering dishes that are individually priced, rather than as part of a set meal.

  • Hindi Meaning: अलग-अलग मेन्यू (Alag-Alag Menu)

2. Ambience

  • English Meaning: The character and atmosphere of a place, typically the mood of the restaurant.

  • Hindi Meaning: वातावरण (Vataavaran)

3. Appetizer

  • English Meaning: A small dish served before the main course.

  • Hindi Meaning: शरुआत का भोजन (Shuruaat Ka Bhojan)

4. Buffet

  • English Meaning: A self-service meal where customers serve themselves from a variety of dishes.

  • Hindi Meaning: बुफे (Buffet) or स्व-सेवा भोजन (Swa-Seva Bhojan)

5. Cuisine

  • English Meaning: A style or method of cooking, typically associated with a particular region or culture.

  • Hindi Meaning: व्यंजन (Vyajan)

6. Dessert

  • English Meaning: The sweet course typically eaten at the end of a meal.

  • Hindi Meaning: मिठाई (Mithai)

7. Entrée

  • English Meaning: The main dish of a meal (used in French cuisine, but often refers to appetizers in some places).

  • Hindi Meaning: मुख्य भोजन (Mukhya Bhojan)

8. Fine Dining

  • English Meaning: A high-quality, formal dining experience typically with an elaborate menu and service.

  • Hindi Meaning: उच्च गुणवत्ता का भोजन (Ucch Ghunwatta Ka Bhojan)

9. Reservation

  • English Meaning: Booking a table in advance.

  • Hindi Meaning: आरक्षण (Aarakhshan)

10. Waiter/Waitress

  • English Meaning: A person who serves food and drinks to customers.

  • Hindi Meaning: भोजन सेवा कर्मी (Bhojan Seva Karmi)

11. Tip

  • English Meaning: A small amount of money given to service staff as a gesture of appreciation.

  • Hindi Meaning: टिप (Tip)

12. Cover

  • English Meaning: A place setting or a seat at the table for a diner.

  • Hindi Meaning: मेज़ पर जगह (Mez Par Jagah)

13. Host/Hostess

  • English Meaning: The person who greets and seats guests at the restaurant.

  • Hindi Meaning: स्वागतकर्ता (Swāgatkartā)

14. Bill

  • English Meaning: A statement of the amount of money owed for the meal.

  • Hindi Meaning: बिल (Bill)

15. Tipple

  • English Meaning: A small alcoholic drink or beverage.

  • Hindi Meaning: शराब (Sharab)

16. Sommelier

  • English Meaning: A wine expert responsible for selecting and serving wine in a restaurant.

  • Hindi Meaning: शराब विशेषज्ञ (Sharab Visheshagya)

17. Pairing

  • English Meaning: Combining foods with drinks (especially wine) to enhance the dining experience.

  • Hindi Meaning: संयोजन (Sanyojan)

18. Service Charge

  • English Meaning: A fee added to the bill for the service provided, usually a percentage.

  • Hindi Meaning: सेवा शुल्क (Seva Shulk)

19. Side Dish

  • English Meaning: A dish served alongside the main course, often smaller in portion.

  • Hindi Meaning: सहायक व्यंजन (Sahaayak Vyajan)

20. Takeout (Takeaway)

  • English Meaning: Food that is ordered and taken away to eat elsewhere.

  • Hindi Meaning: बाहर ले जाने का भोजन (Bahar Le Jaane Ka Bhojan)

21. Vegetarian/Vegan

  • English Meaning: A person who does not eat meat (vegetarian) or any animal products (vegan).

  • Hindi Meaning: शाकाहारी (Shakahari) / वेगन (Vegan)

22. Set Menu

  • English Meaning: A pre-set menu offered at a fixed price, typically with limited choices.

  • Hindi Meaning: निर्धारित मेन्यू (Nirdharit Menu)

23. Corkage Fee

  • English Meaning: A charge for opening and serving wine brought by a customer to the restaurant.

  • Hindi Meaning: शराब खोलने का शुल्क (Sharab Kholne Ka Shulk)

24. À La Mode

  • English Meaning: A French term meaning “in the fashion,” often referring to desserts served with ice cream.

  • Hindi Meaning: फैशनेबल या विशेष रूप से तैयार (Fashionable ya Vishesh Roop Se Tayaar)

25. Modifying a Dish

  • English Meaning: Asking to change ingredients or how a dish is prepared.

  • Hindi Meaning: भोजन को बदलना (Bhojan Ko Badalna)

26. Starter

  • English Meaning: A dish served as the first course, typically before the main meal.

  • Hindi Meaning: प्रारंभिक भोजन (Prarambhik Bhojan)

27. Chef

  • English Meaning: The head cook or the person responsible for food preparation in the kitchen.

  • Hindi Meaning: रसोइया (Rasoia)

28. Gratuity

  • English Meaning: Another term for tip or service charge, given to the staff as a gesture of appreciation.

  • Hindi Meaning: पुरस्कार (Puraskar)

29. Pâté

  • English Meaning: A spread made from meat or liver, usually served as an appetizer.

  • Hindi Meaning: पाटे (Pate)

30. Garnish

  • English Meaning: Decorative or flavorful items added to dishes to enhance presentation.

  • Hindi Meaning: सजावट (Sajawat)


These terms cover a variety of restaurant-related concepts, from menu and service to specific dishes and roles in the kitchen. Let me know if you’d like more information or specific details on any of these!

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