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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10/11+ Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 128MB Graphics card or greater Espace disque : 150 MB d'espace disque disponible

Cook, Serve, Delicious!

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Released October 8, 2013
sample: 491 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
90/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 5,712 reviews (« Very Positive »)
12,79€ 3,19€ -75%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A relentless kitchen battle where reflexes matter more than recipes. More than half of players have already cooked their way through 25 hours—and they keep coming back for the nerve-wracking yet rewarding rush. Every second counts, and the game delivers a 94% approval on Steam with a 'Very Positive' label.

What it's about: Hungry? Take your restaurant from a one star abomination to a five star wonder in Cook, Serve, Delicious! Plan your menu, upgrade your equipment, and master challenges with easy-to-learn, hard-to-master gameplay!

In-game

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« Really great game! I can't wait for Re-Mustard so I can buy it again! I bought it once here, twice on mobile! »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 63 h played1
« Got all achievements. Lost mind. 10/10. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 65 h played1
« Its def a nice game but im frustrated cause I am so slow lol. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 11 h played1
« This game is great for my English learning,but it's a destructive blow to my keyboard. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 8 h played1
« this is the msot stressful game i have ever played in my entire life »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 36 h played1
« Ce jeu m'a appris à faire les lasagnes super facilement (PSCR PSCR PSCR) et à financer tous les kickstarters possibles. 11/10 continueront à envoyer des textos pour pécho en faisant cramer des steaks. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2016 · 37 h played
« aaaaand its a game that promotes the brutal torture, forced impregnation, suffering, and killing of animals 😐🚬 »
👎 anonymous review · May 2025 · 3 h played1
« 15k clients served achievement doesn't add all customers across all saves and does not explicitly states "in a single save" either. ♥♥♥♥ you. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 37 h played1
« J'aime pas, trop répétitif le gameplay ne se renouvelle pas assez »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 3 h played
« bof c'est comme un jeu pour téléphone mais en moins bien XD uniquement disponible en anglais c'est moche »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 5 h played
« Progression lente qui rend le jeu bien trop vite répétitif. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2016 · 5 h played
« jeu simple MAIS addictif ! J'adore ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2020 · 25 h played

In players' words

« Really great game! I can't wait for Re-Mustard so I can buy it again! I bought it once here, twice on mobile! »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 63 h played1
« aaaaand its a game that promotes the brutal torture, forced impregnation, suffering, and killing of animals 😐🚬 »
👎 anonymous review · May 2025 · 3 h played1
« Got all achievements. Lost mind. 10/10. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 65 h played1
« 15k clients served achievement doesn't add all customers across all saves and does not explicitly states "in a single save" either. ♥♥♥♥ you. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 37 h played1
« Its def a nice game but im frustrated cause I am so slow lol. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 11 h played1
« J'aime pas, trop répétitif le gameplay ne se renouvelle pas assez »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 3 h played
« This game is great for my English learning,but it's a destructive blow to my keyboard. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2024 · 8 h played1
« bof c'est comme un jeu pour téléphone mais en moins bien XD uniquement disponible en anglais c'est moche »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2023 · 5 h played
« this is the msot stressful game i have ever played in my entire life »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 36 h played1
« Progression lente qui rend le jeu bien trop vite répétitif. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2016 · 5 h played
« Ce jeu m'a appris à faire les lasagnes super facilement (PSCR PSCR PSCR) et à financer tous les kickstarters possibles. 11/10 continueront à envoyer des textos pour pécho en faisant cramer des steaks. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2016 · 37 h played
« jeu simple MAIS addictif ! J'adore ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2020 · 25 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
84 % pos · n=169
Content / longevity
38 % pos · n=13
Audio / music
75 % pos · n=12
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=10
Interface / UX
80 % pos · n=10
Graphics / art
78 % pos · n=9
Value for money
100 % pos · n=7
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=4
Multiplayer
67 % pos · n=3
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1691421116
Content / longevity13517
Audio / music12903
Story / writing101000
Interface / UX10802
Graphics / art9711
Value for money7700
Stability / bugs4004
Multiplayer3201
Performance1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 24 h on median; those who dislike it: 3 h.

<2h
63 % (n=38)
2-10h
86 % (n=111)
10-25h
94 % (n=118)
>25h
96 % (n=224)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📉 Down since launch (-11 pts) — reception has worsened
Mar 2024 : 100% positive100MarJun 2024 : 94% positive94JunJul 2024 : 100% positive100JulNov 2024 : 83% positive83NovDec 2024 : 94% positive94DecMay 2025 : 93% positive93MaySep 2025 : 100% positive100SepDec 2025 : 73% positive73DecJan 2026 : 88% positive88Jan

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,8 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 52 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 7,6 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The frantic, skill-based gameplay drives the praise: 142 positive mentions out of 169, with players calling it addictive and a challenge worth mastering.
  • The game’s punchy soundtrack and sound design earn 9 positive mentions out of 12, making the chaotic kitchen feel alive and immersive.
  • A rare combination of humor and nostalgia shines through: 7 positive mentions each for 'humour' and 'nostalgie' keywords, giving the experience extra personality.
  • Accessibility and value are clear: 7 out of 7 mentions for price are positive, and nearly all playtime groups (especially heavy players at 96%) approve strongly.

Weaknesses

  • Content feels thin to some: 7 out of 13 mentions for 'content' are negative, with players craving deeper variety or progression systems.
  • Two players in every five under 2 hours find it overwhelming: only 63% positivity in the shortest playtime group, hinting at a steep learning curve.
  • Minor UI frustrations linger: 2 out of 10 mentions for 'ui' are negative, often tied to clarity during high-pressure moments.

Who is it for?

Fans of fast-paced arcade-style challenges with a retro twist will love it. If you enjoy typing-based reflex games where every second counts, this is a must-try. Casual players seeking a relaxing sim should look elsewhere.

Is Cook, Serve, Delicious! worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 94% of 5,712 Steam reviews are positive (player score 90/100). Most-praised strength: The frantic, skill-based gameplay drives the praise. Current price: 3,19€ (75% off).

Verdict

Cook, Serve, Delicious! is a high-energy, highly replayable kitchen nightmare that punishes mistakes but rewards reflexes. Its 94% Steam rating reflects an experience that’s as frustrating as it is addictive, with a soundtrack and humor that linger long after the burners cool down. Just don’t expect depth beyond the chaos.

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