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News.com.au
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Huge US chain set to open in Australia next month
It's official, another American chain is set to break into the Australian market — and if you've watched any US-based family films in the last decade, you'll be familiar with this one. Chuck E. Cheese, which first opened its doors in 1977 in San Jose, California, was one of the first dining establishments where kids could overindulge in pizza, games and marvel at animatronics. Now, there are more than 570 locations around the world — and Australia is set to get its first store next month. Chuck E. Cheese will open its doors in Joondalup, in Perth's north, on September 6. The family-centric dining establishment is being brought to Australia by Royale Hospitality Group, who also franchises Milky Lane and Planet Royale, in partnership with CEC Entertainment Inc. The venue, which is 1,622sqm, boasts of an Adventure Zone, which features a massive multi-story indoor playground that is set to have a six-metre interactive rock climbing wall, a ball pit with inflatable boats, a spider climb, a Ninja Warrior-style obstacle course and a giant spiral slide. There is also a Game Zone boasting of more than 100 arcade games, and VIP party rooms. Meanwhile, the fast food giant's menu will have items such as wings, salads, fruit and veggie platters, unicorn churros, Dippin Dots — and, of course, Chuck E. Cheese's signature pizza. understands that while Chuck E. Cheese is beloved glovally, the experience has been tailored to Australia. 'Everything from the menu to the entertainment offering reflects Aussie tastes, culture, and expectations. It's not a carbon copy of the U.S. - this is a fresh, fun, and uniquely Australian version of Chuck E. Cheese, designed with local families in mind,' a spokesperson told It was decided now was the time due to a 'real gap' in the market, particularly when ti comes to inclusive family spaces. Social media users are already abuzz with the news, after content creator @iamadibb spotted a sign for the venue while driving. 'I had to pull over to show you this. What the f*** is that? A f***ing Chuck E. Cheese in Perth,' he said. He initially expressed his hesitation, asking why so many American businesses were opening in Australia, but said he was excited to try it 'for science'. Fellow social media users were quick to share their response, with many referencing the growing number of American chains cropping up in Australia. In the last 12 months alone, Wendy's, Wingstop and Auntie Anne's have all opened their doors on Australia's East Coast. 'Wendy's (the actual burger and not ice-cream) is in Queensland, Taco Bell and now this,' one social media user said. Another said: 'I only want Raising Canes, Olive Garden and Starbucks and maybe just Wingstop.' 'God help us, we are being colonised,' another added. One commented: 'Perth gets nothing but they get a Chuck E. Cheese??' 'Close to it too dayum, hopefully opens before I go back to Melbourne,' another added. One said: 'HAHAHAHA yessss the people need to go for science!' The venue will be open seven days a week, and serving food until 10pm. To celebrate the opening, one Western Australia child will win Unlimited Adventure Play for One Year. Entries close on September 18. A spokesperson from the brand revealed that currently, the focus is solely on making Perth's launch a success — and then opportunities for growth will be explored.
Perth Now
05-08-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Iconic US brand reveals WA location of first Aus restaurant
Iconic fast food favourite Chuck E. Cheese is finally making its way to Australia, with the US brand opening its flagship store in Joondalup. September 6 will be the first time the American giant opens its doors on Australian soil following years of anticipation. The vibrant indoor entertainment centre has become notable for having more than 100 video games, interactive play zones, pizzas, hosting countless birthdays, a light up dance floor and of course the mouse mascot. Chuck E. Cheese has revealed where in Perth their first store will be. Credit: HUNTER AND WOLF PHOTOGRPHY HUNTER AND WOLF PHOTOGRAPHY A multi-storey playground dubbed the Adventure Zone will host a range of options including rock climbing, giant ball pits, massive slides and a ninja warrior style obstacle course. Brought to WA by Royale Hospitality Group, the team behind Milky Lane and Planet Royale, general manager Christian Beaden said that the whole family should be excited about the opening. Chuck E. Cheese has revealed where in Perth their first store will be. Credit: HUNTER AND WOLF PHOTOGRPHY HUNTER AND WOLF PHOTOGRAPHY 'Perth has a strong culture for family entertainment, so bringing Chuck E. Cheese to Australia is incredibly exciting — we can't wait for families to experience the fun, games and great food that have made it famous around the world,' he said. 'We're all about creating unforgettable family memories, and we know that Aussie kids and parents are going to love it!' Joondalup was also the first location in WA to receive the US chains Cinnabon last year and was one of the first Aldi locations in 2016.
West Australian
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
American chain Chuck E. Cheese announces flagship Australia store is set to open in Joondalup later this year
Iconic fast food favourite Chuck E. Cheese is finally making its way to Australia, with the US brand opening its flagship store in Joondalup. September 6 will be the first time the American giant opens its doors on Australian soil following years of anticipation. The vibrant indoor entertainment centre has become notable for having more than 100 video games, interactive play zones, pizzas, hosting countless birthdays, a light up dance floor and of course the mouse mascot. A multi-storey playground dubbed the Adventure Zone will host a range of options including rock climbing, giant ball pits, massive slides and a ninja warrior style obstacle course. Brought to WA by Royale Hospitality Group, the team behind Milky Lane and Planet Royale, general manager Christian Beaden said that the whole family should be excited about the opening. 'Perth has a strong culture for family entertainment, so bringing Chuck E. Cheese to Australia is incredibly exciting — we can't wait for families to experience the fun, games and great food that have made it famous around the world,' he said. 'We're all about creating unforgettable family memories, and we know that Aussie kids and parents are going to love it!' Joondalup was also the first location in WA to receive the US chains Cinnabon last year and was one of the first Aldi locations in 2016.
Daily Mail
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Aussies lose their minds after spotting a major American fast food restaurant in Perth: 'This is NOT what we wanted'
Australian foodies were left stunned after stumbling upon a famous American restaurant that seemed to have 'appeared overnight' in a Perth suburb. Iconic children's food chain Chuck E Cheese finally arrived in Australia almost 50 years after it opened its doors in the US - but thousands still have no idea. Australians have long heard American movie and TV show characters reference the fast food eatery and arcade, so many are delighted to hear of its arrival. Others, not so much. 'I was just driving and had to pull over... what the f**k is that? A Chuck E Cheese in Perth?' shocked content creator Adib said on TikTok. The chain was spotted in Joondalup, 26km north of Perth's CBD. 'Why are we being Americanified? Are they going to have animatronics inside? Why is it the size of a Bunnings?' he continued. Chuck E. Cheese partnered with Royale Hospitality Group, the Aussie company that runs Milky Lane, Planet Royale and Outback Jacks, ahead of its launch Down Under. The famous kid-centric chain is known in the States as the go-to spot for children's birthday parties, serving cheesy pizza and wings alongside arcade games, jungle gyms, and animatronic characters, including the giant mouse mascot. In Australia Chuck E. Cheese is set to feature trampolines, video walls, dance floors, soft play equipment, and climbing walls, much like its international counterparts. 'This is NOT the one we wanted,' an Aussie woman wrote online, furious. 'Olive Garden is the only acceptable one,' replied another, referring to an Italian American restaurant chain. 'We are turning into America,' one said. However, other Australians are sharing their excitement over the chain coming Down Under with one simply saying: 'FINALLY'. It's not just the kids that will be able to enjoy as there is a separate 'grown-up' menu for adults. 'Can't wait to have my 30th birthday at Chuck E. Cheese,' another said. 'If it doesn't have animatronics it is not a real Chuck E. Cheese,' someone added. 'Chuck E. Cheese is coming to Australia, it only took 50 years. Next I hope they bring White Castle because I've always wanted to try those burgers,' a fourth said. Nostalgic foodies pointed out Chuck E Cheese had a brief stint in Australia with a single outlet launching in Queensland in 1981 before closing just a year later. It opened in Surfers Paradise under the name Charlie Cheese's Pizza Playhouse as there were fears the US name was too similar for the Aussie slang 'chuck' meaning vomit.
