Prepare a multilingual menu for international guests

Understanding the language does not always mean understanding the dish. Translation should make service information clear.

Choose languages and a clear source

Start with languages your guests actually use and content you can maintain. Simplify the Turkish source before translating; ambiguity becomes harder to resolve in another language.

Explain local dish names

You can preserve “İmam bayıldı” and briefly explain the aubergine, tomato, onion and service style. Say whether it is a main dish or a small plate. Clear expectations matter more than a word-for-word name.

Use verified product information

Do not guess allergens, alcohol content or dietary labels. When a recipe changes, update every relevant language. AI or automated translation does not replace the kitchen’s verified recipe information.

Keep the product identity

LogMenu manages product text by language. A language change should not change the price, identity or category. Review translations on the same product rather than creating duplicate products for each language.

Test on the guest’s phone

Check long names, prices and category changes on a small screen. Open every category to spot missing translations. Ask someone familiar with the service language to review.

An English or Italian marketing website does not mean your guest menu is prepared in that language. Prepare and publish menu languages in the dashboard, then test the real guest link.