What's on the menu vs ChatGPT
Lots of travelers already snap the menu into ChatGPT, and it can explain dishes well if you ask the right questions.
Where ChatGPT falls short at the table
You have to write the prompt every time, wait for a long answer in a chat window, and match it back to the menu yourself.
You need to remind it about your allergies at every meal, you don't get a photo next to each dish, and the order is still yours to say out loud.
| Feature | What's on the menu | ChatGPT |
|---|---|---|
| Translates the menu text | Yes, right on the photo | Yes, as a chat answer |
| Shows a photo of every dish | Yes, from our library or generated by AI | Only if you ask, one dish at a time |
| Checks dishes against your allergies | Yes, set your profile once | Only if you ask, every time |
| Reads your order to the waiter | Yes, in the local language | Only if you dictate it first |
| Price | Free to try. 24h Pass $1.49, Holiday Pass (14 days) $6.99, Annual $69.99 | Free tier with limits, paid plans are monthly subscriptions |
ChatGPT details checked in October 2026. Prices and features may have changed since.
When ChatGPT is enough
If you enjoy chatting with an AI and don't mind typing questions at the table, ChatGPT works. What's on the menu is for when you want the answer on the menu photo in seconds, without writing a prompt.
Questions
Can't I just ask ChatGPT what's on the menu?
You can. You'll get a text answer in a chat. What's on the menu puts the translation on the menu photo, shows a photo of each dish and lets you build your order in a cart.
Does What's on the menu remember my allergies?
Yes. Set your allergies and preferences once and the app shows whether each dish is suitable for you on every menu you scan. With a serious allergy, always confirm with the staff too.
Is What's on the menu free?
Free to try: up to 10 menu scans a day and 3 AI dish photos when you sign up. Paid passes start at $1.49 for 24 hours, with no subscription.
Ready for your next trip?
Download the AppFree on iPhone and Android: up to 10 menu scans a day and 3 AI dish photos when you sign up. No purchase needed.
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