A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Do you have any specials" in Spanish
Ask about daily or weekly specials at a restaurant in a clear and polite way.
¿Tienen alguna especialidad?
TYEH-nen ahl-GOO-nah es-peh-see-ah-lee-DAHDneutral
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Use this when you're at a restaurant and want to know if they have any daily deals or special dishes that aren't on the regular menu. It's a good way to discover unique offerings.
Alternatives
- ¿Qué hay de especial hoy?More direct, asking specifically about *today's* special.
- ¿Tienen algo del día?Slightly more casual, asking what the dish of the day is.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'especialidad' with 'especialmente'
'Especialidad' means specialty or special dish, while 'especialmente' means especially or particularly.
Using 'especiales' instead of 'especialidad'
While 'especiales' can mean specials, 'especialidad' is more common for a specific dish or offering.
A small cultural note
Many restaurants, especially in Latin America, feature a 'plato del día' (dish of the day) which is often a great value and a good way to try local cuisine.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between especialidad and plato del día?
An 'especialidad' is a specialty dish the restaurant is known for, while a 'plato del día' is a specific dish offered on that particular day, often as a special deal.
Can I use 'specials' in Spanish?
You can use 'especiales' to refer to specials in general, but asking '¿Tienen alguna especialidad?' is more common for inquiring about a specific dish.
How do I ask if there are any discounts?
To ask about discounts, you could say '¿Tienen alguna oferta?' or '¿Hay algún descuento?'.
