If you loved
The Menu
Mark Mylod · Film · 2022
If The Menu hooked you, it is because you crave stories where isolated settings expose the dark absurdity of human entitlement.
Books on the same thread
Kitchen Confidential Updated Ed
Anthony Bourdain · Book · 2007
Just like the obsessive perfectionism displayed in The Menu, this memoir pulls back the curtain on the gritty, high-stakes reality behind the world of professional haute cuisine.
Never Lie
Freida McFadden · Book · 2023
Much like the trapped guests in The Menu, the protagonists here find themselves in a remote, claustrophobic location where secrets and deception lead to a dangerous psychological game.
Kitchen Confidential Updated Edition: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly (P.S.)
Anthony Bourdain · Book · 2018
If the culinary obsession in The Menu fascinated you, this account of the restaurant industry offers a similar behind-the-scenes look at the hedonism and intensity of professional cooking.
Kitchen (キッチン)
Banana Yoshimoto · Book · 1988
This narrative mirrors the sharp social critique found in The Menu, using the setting of domestic gatherings to expose the devastating consequences of social striving and human interaction.
Series on the same thread
The White Lotus
Mike White · Series · 2021
This series captures the same scathing look at class conflict and privilege as The Menu, trapping wealthy guests in a beautiful environment where their toxic behaviors eventually surface.
The Resort
Andy Siara · Series · 2022
Like the couple in The Menu, these characters experience a vacation that turns into a nightmare, forcing them to confront their relationship issues amidst a bizarre, unfolding mystery.
Harper's Island
Ari Schlossberg · Series · 2009
The Menu uses an isolated island to escalate tension, a structural device this series mirrors by trapping a wedding party in a secluded spot where secrets lead to death.
Hotel Del Luna
Hong Jeong-eun · Series · 2019
While more supernatural than The Menu, this story features an elite, exclusive establishment where the management of the past and present creates a complex, dark atmosphere for guests.
Podcasts on the same thread
Small Town Murder
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
This podcast shares the dark, comedic tone of The Menu, applying a cynical and analytical lens to the grim details of human tragedy within specific, contained communities.
The MeatEater Podcast
MeatEater · Podcast · 2026
If you appreciated the focus on the source of food in The Menu, this series provides a deep, intellectual exploration of the natural world and our connection to wild ingredients.
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Common questions
What is the premise of The Menu?
The Menu follows a young couple traveling to a remote island to dine at an exclusive restaurant. The chef prepares a lavish menu for the guests, but the evening takes a turn when the meal includes several shocking surprises.
Is The Menu a film about a fine dining experience?
Yes, The Menu centers on a highly exclusive restaurant located on a remote island. While the guests arrive expecting a curated meal, the chef has designed a lavish menu that features unexpected and shocking events throughout the dining experience.
Should I expect a standard restaurant setting in The Menu?
The Menu takes place at an exclusive restaurant on a remote island. While the setting appears to be a high-end dining establishment, the film focuses on the chef's specific, shocking plans for the guests rather than a traditional dining experience.
Does The Menu take place in a city?
No, The Menu is set on a remote island. The location is isolated to accommodate the exclusive restaurant where the young couple travels to experience the chef's lavish menu and the subsequent shocking surprises that unfold during their visit.