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Chinese Food Decoder

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Upload a menu, and I'll decode the soul of each dish.

Decoding your menu...

This usually takes about 15–30 seconds.

Results

Kung Pao Chicken

Spicy

宫保鸡丁

Peanuts Chicken

Mapo Tofu

Hot

麻婆豆腐

Soft Tofu Pork

Sliced Beef in Oil

V. Spicy

水煮牛肉

Beef Sichuan

From a Photo to ‘Ohhh I Get It’

Take a photo. Get the meaning. Order like a local.

宫保鸡丁 30元
麻婆豆腐 25元
水煮牛肉 40元
鱼香肉丝 28元
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Step 1: Scan the menu

Chinese-only menu? Just take a photo.

Step 2: Decode each dish

Ingredients, flavors, and what to expect.

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Kung Pao Chicken

宫保鸡丁

Spicy Peanuts

"Classic Sichuan dish with peanuts & chili oil."

Step 3: Order with confidence

Order like a local, every time.

What Translation Apps Can't Tell You.

Spice & Flavor Level

Know how spicy, oily, or numbing a dish really is — not just what it's called.

Allergens & Dietary Risks

Spot hidden peanuts, shellfish, or meat — before you order the wrong dish.

How Locals Understand the Dish

Learn what the dish means to locals, how it's usually cooked, and what to expect.

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Extra Features for Real-World Dining

See Menus in Your Language

View any Chinese menu in your language — English, 中文, 한국어, 日本語, Español, Français, العربية, and more.

Hear the Dish Name in Chinese

Tap to hear the dish name pronounced clearly in Chinese, so you can order with confidence — even without speaking the language.

Share with Friends

Share dish details with friends — ingredients, spice level, and what to expect.

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"Finally I can read the menu without asking the waiter 100 questions. The spice warnings are a lifesaver!"

Oliver W.
Oliver W.
🇬🇧 UK

"J'adore! It explains the ingredients perfectly. I avoided ordering offal by mistake thanks to this."

Camille L.
Camille L.
🇫🇷 France

"Super convenient! It helps me find authentic spicy food in Chengdu. Better than any dictionary app."

Ji-min K.
Ji-min K.
🇰🇷 Korea

"I love exploring night markets in Taiwan and this app helps me spot pork-free options easily. A must-have!"

Aisha Z.
Aisha Z.
🇲🇾 Malaysia

Decode Any Chinese Menu
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