Community10 Sep 2026Road Diner - somewhere along the highwayWelcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 We talked about the interior in an earlier devlog so let’s talk about the exterior. When designing the exterior and environment of Road Diner , we wanted the building to feel like a real roadside stop - something you could spot from far away while driving through the desert. The diner is surrounded by the visual language of Route 66 and mid-century America : oversized…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 When designing the interior of Road Diner, we wanted to capture a very particular idea of the future… the future as imagined in the 1950/60s. Back then, everything was sleek, optimistic and a little strange . Rounded shapes, chunky proportions, shiny metal and bold colors made everyday objects feel like they belonged to tomorrow. We took those ideas and brought them t…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 HERE SHE IS... A kitchen veteran with decades of experience. Becky has been working in gastronomy since she was twelve. She's seen the long shifts, difficult customers, burnt dishes, and everything else that comes with the job. After years of putting the kitchen first, her career cost her a marriage and left little room for a personal life. Now she's tired of simply c…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Running a busy diner is a team effort. When the orders start piling up and customers need attention, having the right people by your side can make all the difference. You can hire employees through the mailbox located outside your diner. At the end of each shift, new candidates can become available, each with their own resume, personality, role, and perks. Choose betw…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 In Road Diner Simulator, carrying a tray full of food through a busy diner is never completely safe. You can bump into customers , Binx the cat , or even other players while making your way from the kitchen to the table. When a collision happens, there's a chance you'll drop some of the dishes you're carrying. Don't panic - you have 5 seconds to pick them back up and…
Patch Notes - Content Update 🍔 A meatier update this time! We've added some new recipes for players who want to keep cooking after the credits roll, alongside a batch of fixes and quality-of-life improvements you asked for. Thanks as always for the reports! 🍳 Content Update Added two new grill recipes when the main storyline completes, for players who want to keep playing to have a bit more v…
Patch Notes - Hotfix #2 👨🍳 Another round of fixes is live! Mostly targeting save/load issues and audio, plus a few smaller polish items you flagged. Thanks for the reports! 🚧 Blockers · Fixed an issue with cooking recipe objectives that wouldn't remember what you'd already cooked up to that point on save/load. · Fixed an issue where, after save/load, you could interact with some plates that…
Patch Notes - Hotfix #1 👨🍳 Thanks to everyone playing the Prologue this opening day! Your reports helped us squash a batch of issues fast. Here's what's fixed in Hotfix #1. 🔧 Bugfixes · Fixed a blocker where a shift would never end if you saved and loaded during that shift. · Fixed a blocker where you couldn't clean enough plates if you'd sent away customers the story expected to still be t…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 The wait is finally over! Road Diner Simulator: Prologue launches today at 4:00 PM CEST , giving you the chance to step behind the counter and experience life at a busy roadside diner. Cook, serve hungry travelers, keep your tables clean, deal with unexpected problems, and try to keep everything running smoothly. Every customer matters, every order counts, and there's…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Say hello to Binx , the four-legged resident of Road Diner Simulator ! Binx isn't just here to look adorable - he has a mind of his own. If his food bowl is empty , he'll happily wander around the diner, keeping everyone on their toes. Every now and then, he'll even hunt down a pesky cockroach, proving he's earned his place on the team. But be careful! While carrying…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Whenever dirty dishes are placed into the dishwasher, they're automatically added to the washing queue . You can always check the dishwasher's window to see how many are waiting, making it easy to know when it's time to jump in and help. Washing dishes is a race against time - hammer the Space key to scrub them clean as quickly as possible. The faster you wash, the fa…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 We’ve got something special for you - a release map with all the important times so you know exactly when you can start your journey! The Road Diner Simulator Prologue is almost here, and we can’t wait for you to finally get behind the counter, welcome your first customers, and experience the life of a diner owner! 📍 Prologue release time: 🕓 4:00 PM CEST Mark your c…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Every table you serve leaves a lasting impression. Once your guests leave and the table has been cleaned , you'll receive a service rating that reflects how well you handled their visit. Every decision you make throughout the meal contributes to the final score! Your rating is influenced by: ⭐ Food quality – Great meals lead to happy customers. ⏱️ Service speed – Don'…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 A customer may be gone, but your work isn't over yet! Once guests leave, they'll leave behind two things: their payment and a messy table. Collect the cash , clear away the leftovers, and get the table ready for the next group. A clean dining room keeps customers flowing and your diner running at full speed. But that's not all! Every service contributes to your custom…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 The kitchen has done its job - now it's your turn to make the perfect delivery. Every dish should reach the table fresh, hot, and prepared exactly as ordered. Even the best recipe won't impress your guests if it's served cold or made incorrectly, so timing is everything. But carrying a tray through a busy diner isn't always easy. One careless step and you might bump i…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Seating your guests is only the beginning - now it's time to take their order. Once customers sit down, they'll start browsing the menu. Watch their animations closely, as they clearly show what stage they're in without needing to check the UI. When they're ready to order , they stop reading the menu, and you'll see on the notepad that they want to order the dish. Aft…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 A great dining experience starts long before the food reaches the table. As the Waiter , it's your job to greet every customer and show them to their seat . Guests can arrive alone or in groups of up to four people, so choosing the right table is just as important as serving them quickly . Need a seat for one? The bar is a perfect fit. Larger groups will need a proper…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Every successful diner starts with flipping the Open sign. Use the sign to begin your shift and attract a steady flow of hungry guests! Keep an eye on the shift timer at the top of your screen to know how much time you have left before closing. You can decide when you want to start your shift and between them you can prepare for upcoming customers! Once your shift end…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Keep your meals hot, fresh, and ready to serve. A great meal deserves to be served at the perfect temperature - but in a busy diner, that's not always easy. In Road Diner Simulator, every prepared dish gradually loses its freshness over time. The longer it sits waiting for a customer, the colder it becomes, affecting its overall quality. Luckily, your most reliable ki…
Welcome back, Chefs! 👨🍳 Road Diner Simulator: Prologue Arrives July 27! We're excited to announce that Road Diner Simulator: Prologue will be available on July 27, 2026, giving everyone the chance to step behind the counter and experience life as the owner of a roadside diner! In this free single-player prologue , you'll get a taste of what it takes to turn a small, run-down diner into a thr…
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