How to Say ‘To turn over a table (free it for the next guests)’ in Simplified Chinese
翻台
fān tái
[fāntái]
🇨🇳 In China: Busy Chinese restaurants, especially popular chains, often try to seat several groups at the same table in one evening, and staff may mention a time limit. Saying up front that you'll stay a long time helps you avoid being rushed.
Phrase Breakdown
翻台
fān tái
[fāntái]
table turnover
Restaurant term for reseating a table with new guests after others leave.
这家饭馆晚上要翻台两次。
This restaurant turns its tables twice each evening.
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