For many Australians, the mere mention of Sizzler conjures up nostalgic memories of family dinners, endless salad bars, and that unmistakable, gooey cheese toast that became a cultural icon in its own right.

So, when news broke that Sizzler's cheese toast was making a comeback, fans were understandably buzzing with excitement.

However, the revival of this beloved treat has left a sour taste in the mouths of many, leading to an outcry from the Aussie community that once held the savoury snack close to their hearts.


KIIS 97.3's radio hosts Robin Bailey and Kip Wightman spearheaded the attempt to bring back the cheesy delight, collaborating with The Coffee Club to launch a pop-up event selling the famous cheese toast.

The pop-up followed the success of a one-night-only Sizzler event in Brisbane earlier this month, which saw former staff don their uniforms and serve up the restaurant's classic dishes. The anticipation was palpable, but the execution, it seems, was not up to par.


Sizzler Australia's social media was abuzz with promotional videos for the limited-time cheesy toast comeback.

Yet, when the toast hit the plates of eager fans, the response was overwhelmingly negative.

Disappointed customers took to the comments section and social media to voice their dissatisfaction, with many claiming that the toast they received bore little resemblance to the Sizzler original.


‘It doesn't taste the same. Rushed there this morning only to be very disappointed,’ lamented one customer.

Others echoed this sentiment with comments like ‘Except it's nothing like Sizzler toast,’ and ‘My cheese toast wasn't cheesy.’

Another added, ‘Was very excited and got some yesterday. Sadly, I was very disappointed. Was pretty much just buttered toast. Didn't even taste like it had cheese on it. So sad.’

‘Yo, so I had Sizzler cheese toast from The Coffee Club today, and yeah, no, it wasn't the same,’ someone else commented.

The Coffee Club, which attempted to recreate the cheese toast experience, has been reached out to for comment by various news outlets, but at the time of writing, no response has been made public.


The outcry from fans is a testament to the deep connection many Australians have with the Sizzler brand and its signature offerings.

Sizzler's closure in 2020 marked the end of an era for a restaurant that had served up comfort food for three decades.

Since then, fans have been trying to recreate the magic at home or seeking out alternatives that could match the original's cheesy goodness.

Fritzenberger, a Brisbane eatery, even acquired an authentic Sizzler cheese toast machine to serve up the iconic item, much to the delight of patrons.
Have you tried the new Sizzler cheese toast? Did it live up to your memories, or did you feel disappointed? Share your experiences with us in the comments below.