We do often include affiliate links to earn us some pennies. See more here.

Think you're a good enough cook to run your own restaurant? Now's your chance to prove it as Cook, Serve, Delicious! and Cook, Serve, Delicious! 2!! are available on GOG. To be clear, they're also on Steam, but now GOG have them too.

The developer describes them as "hardcore restaurant sims", a game that's rather easy to learn, but challenging to master. You start off with a terrible cafe and work your way up to a world famous restaurant.

YouTube Thumbnail
YouTube videos require cookies, you must accept their cookies to view. View cookie preferences.
Accept Cookies & Show   Direct Link

I didn't actually own either of them, so I am once again thankful to the people at GOG for sending over a copy to both of them for me to take a look!

The first game was originally released back in 2013 so it's been out a while now, however the second game was only released last year and it's still getting major updates. They're both rather postively rated, so I was quite keen to finally take a look and after play-testing them both I do have to agree with the overall review scores—they are good fun!

You get to pick your own menu buying recipes and equipment, with you needing to rotate what's on your menu to keep your restaurants "buzz" up high, as leaving an item on too long can generate a negative buzz. As you progress, you're able to buy more equipment, upgrade your dishes, get a tip jar (one of my first purchases, naturally) and so on. There's a lot you can do and it certainly will keep your attention that's for sure.

I can certainly see why the developer said they're easy to pick up and learn, it's true, but it's also very true that it does get challenging quit quickly. When you have multiple customers requiring you to prepare their food, some of which only give you a limited time, it can require some rather nimble finger work to quickly get through it. Doesn't help when chores need to be done too, like cleaning the toilet.

It's fun, but it's also manic! I was honestly not prepared for Rush Hour, when orders came flying in while I was still fumbling about trying to make a Pizza. Then I had to take out the trash, then someone wanted a large tea with ice, then the damn toilet needed flushing again—argh! I need more hands!

Fantastic time-wasting management/cooking sims, enjoyed playing them way more than I thought I would. I think if I ever had my own restaurant, I would be out of business pretty quickly for being too slow…it certainly gave me an appreciation for those working in the food service industry.

Go grab them on GOG now: Cook, Serve, Delicious! and Cook, Serve, Delicious! 2!!

GOG links are affiliate links.

Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
6 Likes
About the author -
author picture
I am the owner of GamingOnLinux. After discovering Linux back in the days of Mandrake in 2003, I constantly came back to check on the progress of Linux until Ubuntu appeared on the scene and it helped me to really love it. You can reach me easily by emailing GamingOnLinux directly. Find me on Mastodon.
See more from me
The comments on this article are closed.
2 comments

micha Jan 18, 2018
It's also still on Steam for those who prefer that that: http://store.steampowered.com/app/386620/Cook_Serve_Delicious_2/
hardpenguin Jan 18, 2018
I was surprised how good that game is :) It's a humorous mix of real time action game and an economic tycoon that will entertain you for hours and leave you hungry after watching all these pictures of tasty food. Surely give it a go :)
While you're here, please consider supporting GamingOnLinux on:

Reward Tiers: Patreon. Plain Donations: PayPal.

This ensures all of our main content remains totally free for everyone! Patreon supporters can also remove all adverts and sponsors! Supporting us helps bring good, fresh content. Without your continued support, we simply could not continue!

You can find even more ways to support us on this dedicated page any time. If you already are, thank you!
The comments on this article are closed.