Convert Menu to Text — Read Menus in Any Language
Traveling is easier when you can read the menu — but street-food menus rarely come with English subtitles. Photograph the menu, extract every dish name and price as text, and paste it into any translator. Handles handwritten specials boards, chalkboards and laminated menus with ease.
Example result
Sample extraction — menu items to text
| Dish | Price |
|---|---|
| Tantanmen (spicy) | ¥950 |
| Gyoza (6 pcs) | ¥420 |
| Chashu rice bowl | ¥780 |
| Matcha latte | ¥550 |
| Service charge | 10% |
How it works
- 1Upload your file or scan — PDF, photo, or screenshot.
- 2Our AI reads and extracts the content in seconds.
- 3Download, copy, or export to the format you need.
Frequently asked questions
Does it handle handwritten specials boards?
Yes — handwriting recognition covers chalkboards and handwritten specials. Neat writing extracts accurately; cursive scribbles may need light fixes. It's the same AI that powers our handwriting page.
Can I translate the menu after extracting?
The text export is clean and line-based, so you can paste it into Google Translate, DeepL or ChatGPT directly. Export to TXT or Markdown first for the cleanest results.
Does it work on glossy or laminated menus?
Yes — glare is reduced by automatic contrast correction. For very glossy menus, take the photo at a slight angle or use a polarizer if available; the text still extracts well in most cases.
What about menus with photos and prices in different places?
Prices and dish names are extracted regardless of layout — a two-column menu or one with photos between items reads in order, keeping the dish name and its price together.
Supported files & languages
Works with PDF, PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP, DOCX and XLSX files up to 200MB. Recognizes 47 languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Arabic. No software to install.