Saizeriya’s 2025 menu update causes website to crash

The unveiling of a new menu at Saizeriya, the beloved Italian family restaurant chain, has unleashed a digital stampede, leaving patrons struggling to access the company’s website.

Saizeriya’s spring grand menu release on 13th February was met with an unexpected level of enthusiasm, quickly escalating into a full-blown internet phenomenon.

While familiar favorites like the Milanese Doria remain, the menu refresh has sparked immense curiosity, leading to a surge in online traffic that has crippled Saizeriya’s website.

The digital equivalent of diners queuing outside the restaurant doors has manifested in a virtual log-jam, with many visitors unable to access the website.

Social media platforms, particularly X (formerly known as Twitter), became a hub of discussion and speculation regarding the new menu and website issues.

Some users compared the menu update to a “game update”, with many others simply excited to see the changes made.

However, this digital buzz quickly turned into frustration and outrage as many discovered they couldn’t actually see the new menu.

The consensus was that the sheer volume of traffic caused by people interested in seeing the new menu had overwhelmed Saizeriya’s servers, effectively shutting down access to the very information everyone was trying to see.

Beyond the online chaos, those who managed to dine at Saizeriya shared their real-world experiences, both positive and negative.

The disappearance of certain popular items, like the mini ficelle, has been met with disappointment.

One user complained that although the petit focaccia was still on the menu, it was now substantially different.

These small but significant changes to the bread offerings clearly struck a chord with regular customers.

However, the new menu also introduced some new additions. One diner was excited to try the new cod roe and popcorn shrimp doria, given Saizeriya’s reputation for doria dishes.

Saizeriya has carved out a niche for itself in Japan by offering consistently good food at affordable prices, and the overwhelming response to their new menu update shows their enduring popularity with customers.

You may have to wait a little while to take a look at the full menu, as Saizeriya are currently still working to restore their website to full working order.

Anticipation for the new menu items will only continue to build as customers head to the their local restaurant to try them out, so we’d recommend keeping an eye on social media for reviews as they come in.

Source: Chunichi Shimbun