A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Without onions" in Spanish
Learn to confidently order food without onions in Spanish-speaking restaurants.
Sin cebolla
sin seh-BOY-yahneutral
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Use this phrase when ordering food at a restaurant or café and you want to ensure there are no onions in your dish. It's a direct and clear way to communicate your preference to the server.
Alternatives
- No quiero cebollaMore direct, literally 'I don't want onion'.
- Sin cebollasSlightly less common, but also understood.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'cebolla' with 'cebada'
'Cebolla' means onion; 'cebada' means barley.
Pronunciation of 'll'
In many Latin American countries, 'll' sounds like 'y' in 'yes', not like 'l' in 'million'.
A small cultural note
Onions are a very common ingredient in many Latin American cuisines, so it's important to be clear when you want them omitted.
Frequently asked
How to say without onions in Spanish for a burger?
You can say 'Una hamburguesa sin cebolla, por favor.' This clearly states you want the burger with no onions.
What if I'm allergic to onions in Spanish?
You can say 'Soy alérgico/a a la cebolla' (I am allergic to onion) before ordering, or simply use 'Sin cebolla' and explain further if needed.
Does 'sin cebolla' apply to garnishes too?
Generally, yes. It implies no onions in the dish at all, including as a garnish, but it's always good to confirm if you're unsure.
