So I am also having the same problems, except I'm having them on PC. So here is my information that differs--
What is your current game version number? 1.79.93.1030
What expansions, game packs, and stuff packs do you have installed: ALL
Mods: None
Issue: Started after previous patch.
Unable to access any selection pop-ups. This includes, COOKING, Purchase From Option Windows. Window does not pop-up. Able to save via Alt+F4 to pull up save window, but unable to continue gameplay.
Select stove and select COOK - Menu should appear. Nothing but a Paused screen with no windows, and unable to unpause.
Things I have Done to Fix
1. Completely reinstall the game - Same issue
2. New family (Corrupted Save?) - Same issue
3. New family after reinstall - Same issue
4. Repair the game fully - Same issue
So it's worse today, since the latest patch. Now I can't do anything to get these menus unbroken except to exit to manage worlds and then go back again. Nothing in live mode works anymore to fix it. Previously, I could fix it by trying repeatedly, or switching sims, or going to another menu. Now, it remains broken no matter what I do unless I exit and re-enter.
