10 Best Books Like The Restaurant at the End of the Universe
If you loved The Restaurant at the End of the Universe by Douglas Adams, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Restaurant at the End of the Universe are:
- 1The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi0
- 2To Say Nothing of the Dog by Connie Willis4.1
- 3Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir4.5
- 4The Martian by Andy Weir0
- 5Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman4.1
- 6Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson4.3
- 7When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi4.1
- 8The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams0
- 9Redshirts by John Scalzi3.9
- 10Illuminae by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff4.2#1

Arthur Dent continues his bewildering journey through the galaxy after Earth's destruction, this time finding himself at the ultimate dining establishment - a restaurant that exists at the very moment the universe ends. Along with his eccentric companions, including the two-headed galactic president Zaphod Beeblebrox, Arthur discovers that even when facing cosmic annihilation, the most pressing question might simply be what's for dinner.
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Detailed Recommendations

Illuminae
Illuminae Files #1 (works standalone)by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a intense and innovative tone that will resonate with The Restaurant at the End of the Universe fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Restaurant at the End of the Universe
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kaiju Preservation Society | John Scalzi | 0 | — | — | Closest match |
| To Say Nothing of the Dog | Connie Willis | 4.1 | 1997 | 493 | Similar vibes |
| Project Hail Mary | Andy Weir | 4.5 | 2021 | 476 | Similar vibes |
| The Martian | Andy Weir | 0 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| Operation Bounce House | Matt Dinniman | 4.1 | 2026 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| Snow Crash | Neal Stephenson | 4.3 | 2000 | 440 | Similar vibes |
| When the Moon Hits Your Eye | John Scalzi | 4.1 | 2025 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy | Douglas Adams | 0 | 1979 | 169 | Same author |
| Redshirts | John Scalzi | 3.9 | 2012 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| Illuminae | Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff | 4.2 | 2015 | 601 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?
The most similar books to The Restaurant at the End of the Universe are The Kaiju Preservation Society, To Say Nothing of the Dog, Project Hail Mary.
What should I read after The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?
After finishing The Restaurant at the End of the Universe, readers most commonly pick up The Kaiju Preservation Society next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Douglas Adams, such as The Long Dark Tea-Time Of The Soul.
Who writes books like Douglas Adams?
Authors similar to Douglas Adams include Terry Pratchett.
What genre is The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?
The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is a Science Fiction novel by Douglas Adams, published in 1980.
How long is The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?
The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is 255 pages long.
About The Restaurant at the End of the Universe
When all questions of space, time, matter and the nature of being have been resolved, only one question remains - "Where shall we have dinner?"The Restaurant at the End of the Universe provides the ultimate gastronomic experience, and for once there is no morning after to worry about.VOLUME TWO IN THE TRILOGY OF FIVE.











