Delicious in Dungeon [Season 1 Episodes 1-24]

Delicious in Dungeon Season 1: Where Fantasy Meets Foodie Fun

If you haven’t heard of Delicious in Dungeon yet, where have you been? This Studio Trigger anime took Netflix by storm in 2024, racking up a mind-blowing 90.6 million hours watched and 8.8 million views—crushing even heavy hitters like Demon Slayer and Spy x Family. And honestly? It’s not hard to see why.

Let’s start with the basics: Delicious in Dungeon (or Dungeon Meshi, as fans call it) follows a ragtag group of adventurers who, after a failed dungeon dive, decide to survive by cooking and eating the monsters they encounter. Think Dungeons & Dragons meets MasterChef—but with way more slimes and way less Gordon Ramsay yelling.

From the first episode, “Hot Pot/Tart,” the show dives headfirst into its absurd premise. The gang, led by the deadpan Laios, cooks up a basilisk roast and a slime omelet like it’s no big deal. And somehow, it works. The animation is vibrant, the comedy is spot-on, and the food? It looks good. Like, “I’d try that slime tart” good.

But what really makes Delicious in Dungeon stand out is its heart. Yeah, it’s funny watching Laios argue with his party about whether a mimic (a shape-shifting monster that looks like a treasure chest) tastes better fried or boiled. But there’s also real emotion here. The characters bond over their shared love of food, and each episode peels back a layer of their personalities—like how Marcille, the elf mage, secretly loves human comfort food, or how Chilchuck, the halfling thief, is a total food snob.

Fans on MyAnimeList are losing their minds over it. One user wrote, “Dungeon Meshi surprised me 😂” while another declared, “dungeon meshi deserves all the popularity.” And they’re right. The show’s blend of fantasy, comedy, and culinary creativity is unlike anything else out there. It’s the kind of anime that makes you laugh, crave weird food, and maybe even tear up a little (don’t worry, no spoilers—just some heartfelt moments).

Sure, there are some minor gripes. Some fans wish the pacing was a bit faster, or that certain monsters got more screen time. But let’s be real—when you’re watching a group of adventurers debate the best way to cook a dragon, do you really care about pacing?

By the final episode, “Dumplings -2-/Bacon and Egg,” Delicious in Dungeon has cemented itself as a modern classic. It’s not just about cooking monsters; it’s about friendship, survival, and finding joy in the most unexpected places. And let’s not forget the food porn—seriously, the animation team deserves an award for making a giant spider leg look appetizing.

If you’re looking for an anime that’s equal parts funny, heartwarming, and just plain weird, Delicious in Dungeon is it. It’s the kind of show that makes you want to grab your friends, fire up a dungeon, and cook a goblin stew (disclaimer: don’t actually cook a goblin stew). So go ahead—give it a watch. Your taste buds (and your inner adventurer) will thank you.

Final Verdict: 9/10. More slime recipes, please.

P.S. If you’re a foodie, you’ll love the little details—like how the show explains the nutritional value of each monster. Who knew a hydra’s tail was high in protein?