Food & Dining Tool

Halal Food Request (清真)

Show to waiter or search for Halal certified options

Food & Dining

Halal Food Request (清真)

Show to waiter or search for Halal certified options

Is this restaurant or dish Halal certified?
请问这是清真餐厅/清真食品吗?谢谢!
Qǐng wèn zhè shì qīng zhēn cān tīng / qīng zhēn shí pǐn ma?

Look for green 清真 (Qīngzhēn) signs outside Lanzhou beef noodle shops.

Food & Dining Specific Tips & FAQ

How do I communicate severe peanut allergy in China?

Show our peanut allergy card directly to restaurant servers or chefs before ordering. Many local dishes use peanut oil or crushed peanut garnishes.

Is tipping expected in Chinese restaurants?

No. Tipping is not customary in mainland China and can cause confusion.

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Severe Peanut Allergy

Show to restaurant waiter or chef before ordering

I have a severe peanut allergy. Please ensure no peanuts or peanut oil are used.
我对花生严重过敏!请确保菜品中不含花生或花生油。谢谢!
Wǒ duì huā shēng yán zhòng guò mǐn! Qǐng què bǎo cài pǐn zhōng bù hán huā shēng huò huā shēng yóu.

Critical card: Chinese cuisine often uses peanut oil or crushed peanuts.

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No Spicy Food

When ordering food in restaurants

Please make my food completely non-spicy. I cannot eat chili.
请做完全不辣的,一点辣都不能吃,谢谢!
Qǐng zuò wán quán bù là de, yì diǎn là dōu bù néng chī, xiè xie!

Emphasize "完全不辣" so kitchen does not add mild chili oil.