Restaurats

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Restaurats is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game. It was developed by toR Studio and was released on November 7, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Restaurats is a humorous RPG featuring customizable rat chefs in chaotic roguelike cooking adventures. Play solo or co-op as you face outrageous bosses, engage in wild baguette duels, and serve hungry guests by throwing food around in fast-paced, unpredictable kitchens. Enjoy beautiful gameplay filled with quirky twists and plenty of laughs.

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Audience ScoreBased on 647 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

The game is incredibly fun and chaotic, especially when played with friends, providing endless laughs and memorable moments.
The character customization and variety of recipes add depth to the gameplay, making it engaging and enjoyable.
The developers are responsive to feedback and actively work on updates, showing a commitment to improving the game experience.

The game suffers from slow progression and tedious preparation times, which can make gameplay feel repetitive and drag on.
There are numerous bugs and performance issues that detract from the overall experience, especially in multiplayer mode.
The use of AI-generated assets has raised concerns among players, leading to dissatisfaction with the game's artistic quality.

gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
44%
8%
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with many players enjoying the chaotic and fun mechanics, especially in multiplayer settings, while others criticize the slow pace, clunky controls, and certain frustrating mechanics. The cooking and financial elements are engaging, but the overall experience can feel tedious due to a lack of meaningful progression and variety. Despite its charming theme and potential, many players hope for significant updates to address gameplay issues and enhance enjoyment.
- “I play solo and with friends and find the gameplay fun either way.”
- “Gameplay is a perfect mix of panic and satisfaction: you’re juggling orders, ingredients, angry customers, and the occasional rat-related disaster - and yet, it never stops being fun.”
- “The rat-themed fantasy setting is fun, the mechanics are slick and easy to learn, and the challenge level is just right (for us anyway).”
- “Many features and game mechanics don't work!”
- “Genuinely thought this game must've been in early access because of the lack of content and wonky, not fully fleshed out mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is just too slow, upgrades seem impossible to gather; had 4 of us bored after 2 hours since the fourth guy had literally nothing to do except wash dishes, which is not a lot. For its price, I would much rather push people to other games in this genre personally.”
humor
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
3%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the rat voice, chaotic gameplay, and quirky elements like the "maga hat" to be particularly amusing. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to generate laughter, especially when played with friends, making it a fun and entertaining experience despite some technical issues. Overall, the blend of silly scenarios and clever mechanics contributes to a hilariously engaging atmosphere.
- “This game is absolutely hilarious to play with friends!”
- “Normal gameplay is fun... but then chasing your friends around with a baguette and knocking each other down until you're laughing so hard you're crying -- priceless.”
- “I really love that you get three choices to pick from, it makes the game more fun and exciting the cherry on top is the squeaky rat voice changer, absolutely hilarious!!!”
- “It's not cute, it's not funny; it is, in fact, disgusting.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
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The game's graphics are a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the beautiful visuals and UI, while others criticize the heavy reliance on low-quality generative AI artwork, which detracts from the overall aesthetic experience. Although the graphics settings are configurable and the game is visually appealing, many users express a desire for more authentic art and better optimization. Overall, the graphics evoke strong opinions, highlighting both potential and shortcomings in artistic quality.
- “Very good game, beautiful graphics and UI, a lot of work put into it.”
- “Addicting, graphically appealing and not too frustrating like similar games.”
- “Would need some performance optimizations but nothing too crazy as the graphics settings are pretty configurable.”
- “I love playing this game with my friends, but it kills me to see AI-generated slop all over, especially as a graphic artist.”
- “This game uses generative AI slop for much of its artwork, making it impossible to support as a person who values real art and artists.”
- “Indulgent use of low-quality generative AI artwork throughout the game that feels jarring, low effort, and ugly.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with most players reporting only minor glitches that do not significantly impact gameplay. While some users experienced occasional bugs, particularly in character creation and multiplayer, there were no game-breaking issues noted, and many praised the game's smooth performance and polished mechanics.
- “I am using an old laptop to play it, and it runs great.”
- “It means a lot when a game is made this well and is not buggy like most other newer games I've played recently.”
- “The actual gameplay mechanics are surprisingly polished and almost bug-free. Huge kudos to the devs for making something fun that runs well.”
- “Game is super buggy.”
- “The character creation was a little buggy (if I selected an outfit, I might not be able to select it again; it just looked like my character wasn't wearing clothes).”
- “Multiplayer has been a little buggy for me, but once we're loaded in, it's a blast!”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the configurable graphics settings and report smooth performance, others criticize it for requiring significant performance optimizations and experiencing poor performance. A few users noted a cozy atmosphere and lack of bugs, suggesting that optimization varies widely among different setups.
- “Cozy atmosphere and well optimized.”
- “I haven't experienced any bugs yet and the game seems to be well optimized.”
- “At the same time very good performance (to me even QHD with DLSS runs very smoothly with 4 GB VRAM).”
- “Also feels like it is mining bitcoin in the background with how unoptimized it is.”
- “Also, the graphics are decent, but are terribly optimized.”
- “Performance feels pretty poor too.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game is highly praised for its energetic and whimsical soundtrack, which complements the chaotic visuals perfectly. Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful fusion of styles that enhances the overall atmosphere and accessibility, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The soundtrack fits perfectly — energetic, a bit silly, and absolutely matching the chaos on screen.”
- “Even carefully put fusion music makes me move a little in my head.”
- “Stellar concept execution with great music, atmosphere, accessibility, you name it.”
- “The music is too repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The audio quality is poor, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the humor and chaos that comes with tasks like ordering equipment and washing dishes, many feel that the ingredient preparation stage is particularly tedious and boring.
- “It does get a little tedious having to prep ingredients after each run.”
- “The preparation stage is incredibly boring and tedious.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its cozy and well-optimized design, complemented by great sound and music. Reviewers highlight the stellar execution of the concept, creating an immersive and inviting environment.
- “Cozy atmosphere and well optimized.”
- “The design, atmosphere, and sounds are great!”
- “Stellar concept execution with great music, atmosphere, and accessibility; you name it.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is perceived as repetitive and lacking originality, with users noting that it feels similar to previous narratives, akin to a rehash of familiar themes.
- “The story feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
- “The narrative is predictable and uninspired.”
- “Character development is minimal, making it hard to connect with the story.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Reviewers express concern that the game's monetization strategy may lean towards a cash grab, fearing it could be abandoned after early access. They also note that the current pricing is surprisingly low compared to typical AAA titles, which often include costly microtransactions or battle passes.
- “The price is incredibly reasonable; AAA companies would easily charge over $30 or $40 for this game, often including frustrating microtransactions or battle passes for outfits.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players into spending more money.”
- “The game offers a great experience without relying heavily on in-game purchases, making it accessible for everyone.”
- “I hope it's not a cash grab and run situation with version 0.16, and that it actually gets a full release because it's pretty cool!”
- “The price is also laughable; AAA companies would easily charge over $30 or $40 for it, along with ridiculous microtransactions or battle passes for outfits.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of "restaurants" is characterized as a heartfelt tribute to food, collaboration, and the aspirations of ambitious characters, evoking a sense of warmth and nostalgia. The gameplay mechanics enhance this experience by emphasizing teamwork, though they also introduce some complexity in managing tasks effectively.
- “Overall, 'Restaurants' is a surprisingly wholesome love letter to food, teamwork, and ambitious rodents with unrealistic dreams.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability, featuring a split mode that includes both a 21-day chaos and a career mode. Players appreciate the rogue-like elements, which significantly enhance the fun and variety in each playthrough. Overall, it exceeds expectations and keeps players engaged for multiple sessions.
- “Replayable as hell! I love the split mode between 21-day chaos and career.”
- “I went in with no expectations and ended up completely blown away. The rogue-like aspect is absolutely brilliant — it adds so much fun to the replayability.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game features impressive visuals, innovative concepts, and engaging mechanics, the reviews do not provide specific insights into character development, suggesting it may not be a focal point of the experience.