A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "The wine list please" in Spanish
Politely ask for the wine list at a restaurant in Spanish.
La carta de vinos, por favor.
lah CAR-tah deh VEE-nohs, por fah-VORneutral
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Use this phrase when you're seated at a restaurant and want to see the available wine options. It's a standard request once you've settled in and are ready to order drinks.
Alternatives
- La carta, por favor.Use this if you want the whole menu, not just the wine list.
- ¿Me trae la carta de vinos?This is a slightly more indirect way to ask.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'carta' with 'tarjeta'
'Carta' means menu or letter, while 'tarjeta' means card.
Omitting 'por favor'
Always include 'por favor' (please) to be polite in Spanish.
A small cultural note
In many Spanish-speaking countries, the wine list is often integrated into the main menu, so you might just ask for 'la carta'. However, specifying 'la carta de vinos' is perfectly understood.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between carta de vinos and menú de vinos?
Both are understood to mean 'wine list'. 'Carta de vinos' is more common in general conversation.
How do I ask for the regular menu too?
You can say 'La carta y la carta de vinos, por favor' (The menu and the wine list, please) or simply 'La carta, por favor' if the wine list is usually included.
Can I just say 'Vinos, por favor'?
While a waiter might understand, it's not grammatically complete and sounds a bit abrupt. It's better to use the full phrase 'La carta de vinos, por favor'.
