242+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Restaurant Story is the household name in my story cooking, but it's far from the only option. We track 242+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (2.5K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (66K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (3.9K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.9★ (42K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (9K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (145K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.2★ (133) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (32K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
Design, cook, and manage your own restaurant from a dilapidated state to a thriving business. Customize decor, prepare diverse dishes, and serve customers to build your unique culinary empire.
Embark on a global culinary adventure, mastering recipes from around the world and managing your own bustling restaurant. Experience cooking frenzy, unlock new machines and ingredients, and satisfy hungry guests to become a star chef. Decorate your food street and participate in exciting events.
Build a thriving restaurant empire in this 3D cooking and time-management game. Cook delicious meals, renovate and decorate your establishments, and follow a heartwarming story to restore a town. Experience fast-paced gameplay and a variety of culinary challenges.
Manage a hot pot restaurant, from developing dishes and purchasing ingredients to serving customers and training staff. Expand your business by opening new locations and decorating your establishments.
Manage a bustling sushi restaurant, from cooking diverse Japanese dishes to serving customers and upgrading facilities. Experience a heartwarming story of building a dream business with a clumsy employee.
Help a budding pastry chef open bakeries, fulfill customer orders, and master dessert recipes. Decorate cakes, win baking contests, and build a global reputation. Earn money to expand your empire and become a renowned baking professional.
Explore a magical Smurf village with interactive scenes and beloved characters. This app encourages creativity, imagination, and learning through play, offering a safe and engaging experience for young children.
Step into a fast-paced cooking simulation where you manage restaurants, cook global cuisines, and serve hungry customers. Master various cooking techniques, upgrade your kitchen, and unlock themed restaurants worldwide. Participate in special events and challenges to become a top chef.
Experience the thrill of running a bustling kitchen and serving delicious dishes from around the globe. Master easy cooking mechanics across various restaurants, earn stars to unlock new culinary challenges, and create an array of tasty foods.
Manage your own bustling pizza shop, serving customers as quickly as possible. Keep your patrons happy by fulfilling their orders promptly to avoid them leaving your establishment. Experience the fun of running a fast-paced food business.
Embark on a culinary adventure, mastering global recipes and managing time-sensitive cooking challenges. Renovate and upgrade various themed restaurants, unlock new ingredients and kitchen equipment, and serve a growing customer base. Compete in exciting events for special rewards.
Step into a culinary adventure to revive a family restaurant empire. Cook delicious food, manage unique eateries, and express your style with trendy outfits. Engage in competitions and build relationships in this immersive and free cooking game.
Manage your own restaurant, hire staff, and serve delicious dishes to customers. Earn money to expand your hotel, decorate it, and create a welcoming atmosphere for diners. Experience the thrill of running a successful food business.
Embark on a culinary adventure as a young chef, traveling the world and mastering new recipes. Manage your time, upgrade your kitchen, and build relationships in this engaging cooking and romance simulation.
Design, decorate, and customize your own virtual restaurant. Serve delicious meals to customers and socialize with other players. New content is added weekly to keep your culinary empire growing.
Manage and grow your own restaurant business. Start small, cook delicious meals, serve customers, and upgrade your kitchen and staff to become a culinary master. Expand your empire with new zones and recipes in this engaging idle tycoon game.
Embark on a global culinary adventure, managing time and mastering recipes in diverse restaurants. Upgrade your kitchen and skills to become a top chef. Enjoy festive events and connect with friends in this addictive cooking simulation.
Experience a free-to-play role-playing restaurant simulation game. Manage a Japanese "Donburi bowl" fast-food shop, create over 50 unique dishes, and compete with other players. Perfect for quick play sessions during downtime.
Manage your own cafe by growing ingredients, creating over 120 unique dishes, and expanding your store. Enjoy a relaxed gameplay experience with no time limits or penalties. Share your culinary creations and compete with others.