Learn restaurant type names in Cantonese! Understand the difference between cha chaan teng (茶餐廳), dai pai dong (大牌檔), dim sum restaurant (飲茶), and more.
Hong Kong has a unique dining culture with specific restaurant types. Knowing these terms helps you choose dining venues, make recommendations, and understand local food culture.
Each restaurant type includes native audio, cultural notes, and authentic examples.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
| fast food | ||
| buffet | ||
| bar | ||
| cafe | ||
| bakery | ||
| street food |
After mastering restaurant types vocabulary, you might want to explore other essential Cantonese vocabulary categories to expand your language skills further. Check out our complete vocabulary collection to discover more themed word lists.
Understanding restaurant types-related vocabulary is essential for anyone learning Cantonese, whether you're planning to visit Hong Kong, communicate with Cantonese-speaking friends and family, or immerse yourself in Cantonese culture through films, TV shows, and music.
These 6 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used restaurant types terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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