Free Cooking Games on Steam
Steam currently has 900 Cooking games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Cooking game rankings were last updated on 3/19/2025.
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1. Play Together
Play Together is a popular casual social networking game enjoyed by players worldwide. Express yourself through character customization, decorate your home and host Home Parties for a fun time with friends. Enjoy tons of content with friends from all across the globe!
Play Together holds the #1 spot for "best free Cooking game on Steam" with a Player Score of 72. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 431 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 331 positive reviews and 100 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 1/14/2025 |
| Developer | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 3198850 |
2. Brighter Shores
Brighter Shores is an all new adventure from award winning MMORPG designer Andrew Gower. It is an enchanting point-and-click style RPG with hundreds of hours of gameplay, set in a land of magic and mysteries, with a huge number of professions to try, and something new to find around every corner.
Brighter Shores has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,818 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,417 positive reviews and 2,401 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Brighter Shores on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/6/2024 |
| Developer | Fen Research Ltd |
| Publisher | Fen Research Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 2791440 |
3. One-armed cook
One-armed cook is a chaotic co-op cooking game for up to 4 people. Work as a team or cook on your own, set your own pace, and don't let the stress of a full restaurant catch up to you. The goofy physics-based aspect of the game gives this cooking game a new twist.
One-armed cook has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,462 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,333 positive reviews and 2,129 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play One-armed cook on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Booty Farm [18+]
Congrats, you just inherited a farm and your hot neighbors will not let you be! Erotic hijinks ensue on your neverending quest to expand your farm! Discover spicy romances and intertwining stories in this bizarrely relaxing farm simulator.
![Booty Farm [18+] banner](https://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/1941000/header.jpg)
Booty Farm [18+] has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 901 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 595 positive reviews and 306 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 7/19/2022 |
| Developer | Tender Troupe |
| Publisher | Tender Troupe |
| Steam App Id | 1941000 |
5. Star Chef 2: Cooking Game
Welcome to the most loved restaurant management game. Join millions in cooking, serving, managing, and trading. Meet chefs around the world and cater to celebrations. Form your CHEF TEAM to combat in rewarding cooking challenges and become the MASTER CHEF.
Star Chef 2: Cooking Game has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 471 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 330 positive reviews and 141 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Star Chef 2: Cooking Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2021 |
| Developer | 99Games Online Private Limited |
| Publisher | 99Games Online Private Limited |
| Steam App Id | 1612810 |
6. Haven & Hearth
A free-to-play MMORPG with crafting, building, landscaping, foraging, hunting, fishing, a dash of poetry, and open PvP combat,
Haven & Hearth has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 745 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 571 positive reviews and 174 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
7. Cooking Craze
Cooking Craze is a fast and fun cooking game that lets you explore the cultures of the world through their delicious food! Upgrade your restaurants to serve only the best dishes and use a variety of special boosts to cook your way to victory!
Cooking Craze has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 182 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 142 positive reviews and 40 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Cooking Craze on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/20/2024 |
| Franchise | Hidden Object Games |
| Developer | Matryoshka |
| Publisher | Big Fish Games |
| Steam App Id | 2540630 |
8. Star Chef: Cooking & Restaurant Game
Over 20 Million Downloads Worldwide! Play Star Chef, a cooking simulation game that celebrates delicious flavours, letting you run your own café and 5 star restaurant. Experience the joy of managing a bustling business dicing fresh ingredients while exploring your passion for cuisines across the world!
Star Chef: Cooking & Restaurant Game has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 358 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 205 positive reviews and 153 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 4/3/2019 |
| Developer | 99Games Online Pvt. Ltd. |
| Publisher | 99Games Online Pvt. Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1028860 |
9. The Chef's Shift: First Course
A fast-paced typing game in a restaurant setting, where you’ll both cook & serve food to hungry customers, all done by TYPING. Play through the Italian restaurant and get a taste of The Chef's Shift!
The Chef's Shift: First Course has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 158 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 153 positive reviews and 5 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 2/7/2025 |
| Franchise | Catoptric Games |
| Developer | Panitia GameDev |
| Publisher | Catoptric Games |
| Steam App Id | 2516920 |
10. Cooking Live - Italian Kitchen Simulator
Hello everyone! My name is Jane, and I need your help! I travel around the world and create a blog about local restaurants and cuisine. I’ve seen how big corporations squeeze out talented local cooks and their restaurants! Let’s take matters into our own hands and give them back their zest for life!
Cooking Live - Italian Kitchen Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Cooking games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,261 positive reviews and 416 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 2/2/2023 |
| Franchise | MatryoshkaGames |
| Developer | Matryoshka |
| Publisher | Matryoshka |
| Steam App Id | 1990690 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Cooking games available on Steam.
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| 1,248 | 1/14/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 481 | 11/6/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 169 | 8/30/2022 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 131 | 7/19/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 116 | 8/10/2021 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 110 | 11/1/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 61 | 3/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 57 | 4/3/2019 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47 | 2/7/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46 | 2/2/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 7/17/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 3/7/2024 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 4/28/2019 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 6/27/2023 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 7/29/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 3/28/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 8/14/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 5/10/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 5/17/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 7/15/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). Play Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Brighter Shores on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). One-armed cook on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Booty Farm [18+] on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 17). Star Chef 2: Cooking Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 7). Haven & Hearth on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Cooking Craze on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Star Chef: Cooking & Restaurant Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). The Chef's Shift: First Course on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 24). Cooking Live - Italian Kitchen Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.