chef's special

Meaning

A 'chef's special' is a unique dish featured by a restaurant on a particular day, often not on the regular menu. It usually showcases fresh, seasonal ingredients or the chef's signature style, and is highly recommended by the staff.

Examples

• What is the chef's special today?

  What is the chef's special today?

• I decided to order the chef's special, and it was absolutely delicious.

  I decided to order the chef's special, and it was absolutely delicious.

• The server recommended the chef's special, which was grilled sea bass.

  The server recommended the chef's special, which was grilled sea bass.

• Is the chef's special included in the lunch deal?

  Is the chef's special included in the lunch deal?

• We usually have a different chef's special every Friday night.

  We usually have a different chef's special every Friday night.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ I want to eat the chef special.

  ✓ I want to order the chef's special.

  Remember to use the possessive 's (chef's) and the verb 'order' is more natural than 'eat' when choosing from a menu.

• ✗ What is the special chef today?

  ✓ What is the chef's special today?

  Mixing up the word order changes the meaning; 'special chef' sounds like you are describing the person, not the food.

Related Expressions

Practice

• Excuse me, what is the ___ tonight?

  💡 The unique dish recommended by the cook today.

  Show answer

  chef's special

• The ___ is a slow-cooked beef stew served with roasted vegetables.

  💡 The featured dish of the day.

  Show answer

  chef's special