A1Dining

Kann ich den Rest mitnehmen?

Can I take the rest with me? (literally: can I take the leftovers?)

In German

Kann ich den Rest mitnehmen?

kan ich den rest mit-nay-men?
🇬🇧 English
Can I take the rest with me? (literally: can I take the leftovers?)
🇪🇸 Español
¿Puedo llevarme las sobras?
🇮🇹 Italiano
Posso portare via il resto?

Example Dialog

Traveler
Das Essen war köstlich, aber ich schaffe es nicht ganz. Kann ich den Rest mitnehmen?
The food was delicious, but I can't finish it all. Can I take the rest with me?
Local
Ja, natürlich. Ich packe es Ihnen ein.
Yes, of course. I'll pack it for you.
Traveler
Vielen Dank!
Thank you very much!
💡

Note

While not as common as in some other countries, asking to take leftovers (Reste) home is generally accepted, especially if you've paid for a full meal.

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