What is Hey Menu?
Tired of confusing foreign menus? Hey Menu is your smart dining companion that helps travelers and food lovers scan, translate, and explore dishes instantly — so you can enjoy your meal with confidence, no matter where you are
Problem
Users struggle with translating foreign menus manually and lack contextual understanding of dishes, leading to ordering difficulties and potential dietary issues
Solution
A mobile app that scans, translates, and explains foreign menu items using AI, allowing users to point their camera at a menu for instant translations and dish descriptions (e.g., ingredients, cultural context)
Customers
Travelers, expatriates, and food bloggers who frequently encounter foreign menus and seek seamless dining experiences
Unique Features
Combines OCR scanning with AI-powered contextual translation tailored to culinary terms and regional dishes
User Comments
Saves time deciphering menus
Accurate translations for niche food terms
Helpful dietary info
User-friendly interface
Reduces ordering anxiety
Traction
Launched in 2023
No explicit revenue/user metrics provided on Product Hunt or website
Market Size
The global language services market, including translation tools, is valued at $65 billion (2023), with travel-related translation being a key growth segment
