Tactical Guide: Papa’s Cheeseria
Mission Objective: Recover your stolen band equipment in Toastwood.
Focus: Stack Physics, Fry Station Timing, and Daily Specials.
Operational Overview: Papa’s Cheeseria introduces a critical new variable: The Side Dish. You aren’t just grilling sandwiches; you are frying french fries simultaneously. The most common error rookies make is finishing the sandwich while the fries are still raw, forcing the customer to wait while the sandwich gets cold.
Phase 1: Build Station (Gravity Mechanics)
These aren’t flat burgers; they are towering grilled cheeses. Physics applies here.
- The Center Drop: You must drop every slice of cheese and meat directly in the center of the bread. If you are off-center, the sandwich will lean. A leaning sandwich cooks unevenly and loses “Presentation” points.
- Layer Order: Customers are specific. If the ticket says “Swiss, Turkey, Provolone,” do not reverse it. The game engine checks vertical hierarchy.
Fries take longer to cook than sandwiches. As soon as you take an order, go to the Fry Station first. Drop the fries, then go build the sandwich. This ensures both finish at the exact same moment.
Phase 2: Grill Station (Thermal Management)
The grill is straightforward but unforgiving.
- The Flip Meter: Wait for the arrow. Flipping early results in “Pale” bread. Flipping late results in “Burnt” crust. Both ruin your tip.
- Heat Lamps: If your sandwich finishes before your fries, drag it to the Heat Lamp area. This maintains its temperature score. Leaving it on the grill will burn it; leaving it on the counter makes it cold.
Phase 3: The “Daily Special” System
Cheeseria relies heavily on Specials to boost your rank.
| Mechanic | Action | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Special | Serve the specific recipe of the day. | Bonus Star Points & Tips. |
| Fry Shake | Shake basket halfway through. | Ensures even cooking (prevents soggy fries). |
| Topping Spread | Drop toppings on fries. | Spread evenly left-to-right. |
🛑 Field Troubleshooting (FAQ)
Q: Why is my sandwich leaning?
A: You didn’t center the ingredients. In the Build Station, use the faint grid lines on the bread as a target. Drop straight down.
Q: My fries are always undercooked. Why?
A: You forgot to shake them. The fry meter has a halfway point where you must click to “Shake” the basket. If you skip this, the inner fries remain raw.
Q: Can I customize the band gear?
A: Yes. As you earn money, you can buy upgrades for the shop lobby which actually improve your band’s equipment in the backstory, unlocking new customers.