Hungry Hearts Diner

Name: Hungry Hearts Diner
Rating: 4.9 (4742 reviews)
Author: GAGEX Co.,Ltd.

By: GAGEX Co.,Ltd.

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Features & Capabilities

Hungry Hearts Diner is a cozy, story-driven cooking game set in Showa-era Japan. You play as a hardworking older woman running a family diner, cooking comforting meals like rice balls, dumplings, and tempura to feed a rotating cast of colorful customers. The more you cook, the more dishes you unlock, and you’ll even get to learn about traditional Japanese cuisine along the way.

Each visitor has a story to tell, and a full stomach makes conversations flow. The game blends soothing kitchen sounds with heartfelt, sometimes bittersweet storytelling, offering gentle twists and emotional endings. It’s free to download, and while it’s inspired by a real diner, please remember: it’s a game—no edible dishes and please don’t eat your phone.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Games Entertainment Art

By:

GAGEX Co.,Ltd.

Rating:

4.90

(4,742) 1 ratings

Version:

1.3.3 Last updated: 2023-04-06

Version code:

856144365

Creation date:

2017-11-17

Compatible devices:

Size:

250.78MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-01

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 26,579 ▲ 31

Other platforms

Hungry Hearts Diner (v1.3.3)

3,539,093 4.83

(117,740)

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Developed by:

GAGEX Co.,Ltd.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hungry-hearts-diner/id1255042213

Website:

http://www.gagex.co.jp

User Reviews

Hungry Hearts Diner is adored for its heartfelt storytelling, endearing characters, and cozy visuals. Players praise its relaxing, pick-up-and-play cooking gameplay and the fact that it’s free with no mandatory ads. The stories weave together life’s moments into emotional, bittersweet endings that many describe as tear-jerking and rewarding. The game’s calm pace, charming art, and satisfying payoff make it highly replayable and share-worthy across installments. Overall, it’s a warm, accessible, emotionally resonant experience that stands out among mobile narratives for its heart and quality.

Pros

Deep, emotional storytelling with heartfelt character arcs.
Cozy visuals and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Free to play with no mandatory ads; optional ads are appreciated by some players.
Calming, simple, pick-up-and-play cooking gameplay that fits into daily life.
Endings are poignant and memorable, often delivering emotional payoff.

Cons

Recent reviews

This is the only idle game I like. I loved the story, calming music and fell in love with the charming characters. It was perfect for study breaks because it straddles the fine line of being not too addicting yet still engaging. 10/10 game! Can’t wait to play its sequel!