đặt món trước

/ɗaːt moːn ʈɨəw/

to order in advance

Tôi muốn đặt món trước để tránh đợi lâu.

I want to order in advance to avoid waiting long.

informal

To place an order for food or drinks before arriving at a restaurant or cafe, typically to secure a table or ensure availability.

Quán này yêu cầu đặt món trước nếu bạn muốn ăn vào giờ cao điểm.

This place requires ordering in advance if you want to eat during peak hours.

Chúng tôi có dịch vụ đặt món trước qua điện thoại.

We offer advance ordering via phone.

Common in busy restaurants, cafes, or during special events to manage customer flow.

Collocations

to reserve a table in advance

In Vietnam, advance ordering is common for large groups or during Tet (Lunar New Year).

Arrive on time if you've ordered in advance to avoid losing your reservation.

From 'đặt' (to order) + 'món' (dish) + 'trước' (before). A practical phrase in Vietnamese dining culture.

Often used when visiting popular restaurants or during holidays. Some places may offer discounts for advance orders.

đặt

to order

root

món

dish

root

before

root

Từ Điển Việt Anh