TV-PG
2011
22 Seasons
Food & Home
Restaurants
Restaurant: Impossible
: Robert Irvine and his team use ingenuity, elbow grease and heart to save failing restaurants from total collapse.
Plans start at $9.99/month.
1. Villari's
Robert tries to put Villari's in Palmyra, NJ, back on the path to success.
2. Mainelli's
Robert hopes to save Mainelli's, a former neighborhood-favorite restaurant.
3. Rascal's BBQ & Crab House
Rascal's BBQ and Crab House has one of the dirtiest kitchens Robert has seen.
4. Salt Works II
A new restaurant with young owners keeps Robert on his toes in this mission.
5. Meglio's
Robert finds an Italian restaurant stuck in the past with a laundry list of problems.
6. Secret Garden
Down in Jacksonville, Fla., Robert strives to save The Secret Garden Cafe.
7. Flood Tide
Robert must overcome the impossible to save the formerly venerable Flood Tide Re...
Dodge City USA
Chef Robert Irvine heads to Harrisburg, PA, in an effort to try to save Dodge City USA from closing its doors after 30 years of service. He will have to find a way to tackle a Wild West theme that has run its course for decades.
La Stanza
At La Stanza, in Philadelphia, PA, Robert Irvine finds an old-world Italian restaurant being ruined by the owner's young daughter.
Sweet Tea
Robert Irvine is in Chapin, SC, where a restaurant named Sweet Tea is being run into the ground by its owners. Robert is under enormous pressure to help this restaurant succeed because a father's life savings hangs in the balance.
County Fare
This downtrodden diner in Stafford, VA, has been in existence for five years and is now on the verge of bankruptcy due to mismanagement, a lack of identity and an overall cleanliness issue.
Snooty Fox
Robert Irvine is racing to Indianapolis, IN, to help Snooty Fox, a struggling English pub-style restaurant. It's been a mainstay in the city for 28 years, but because of its aging clientele, it likely won't last another eight months.
Pastori's
Robert Irvine takes his skills and knowledge to Pastori's in the Nutmeg State of Connecticut, where he faces his most arduous mission to date: to save not only a restaurant on the verge of collapse but also a family in disrepair.
Scrimmages
Chef Robert Irvine travels to Scrimmages restaurant in Wilmington, Delaware, and quickly learns that the phrase "there is no I in team" truly applies here.
Mamma D's
Pigs and chickens and goats? Oh my! Robert Irvine visits rural Pipersville, PA, and Mamma D's, a place that is part restaurant, part vineyard and mostly petting zoo.
Off Street Cafe
The Off Street Cafe, a gloomy restaurant in California, is co-owned by the ex-mother and daughter-in-law team of Robin and Rose. Will Robert be able to mend extended family fences get the Off Street Cafe back on track?
The Trails
The Trails Eatery is an adorable little cafe owned and run by a young, energetic woman named Stacey. While the surface here looks great, underneath the nicely painted exterior, Robert Irvine finds a business spiraling into bankruptcy.
Cap'n and the Cowboy
Chef Robert Irvine finds himself walking into a salty sea dog's worst nightmare on this mission to Port Charlotte, Florida, home of the rundown, overly cluttered, kitschy and disgusting Cap'n and the Cowboy restaurant.
Mad Cactus
Robert Irvine finds himself in a prickly situation as he travels to Strongsville, OH. There he comes face to face with the Mad Cactus restaurant and immediately sees why the cactus is so mad.
McShane's
Chef Robert Irvine thought he'd seen the worst of America's rundown restaurants, and then he walked into McShane's, in East Syracuse, NY.
Coffee's Boilin' Pot
Chef Robert Irvine is boiling mad when he arrives at Coffee's Boilin' Pot, advertised as the landmark restaurant in Madisonville, Louisiana. Maybe it once was, but it's clear that this place would be better suited for a landfill.
St. James Soup Kitchen
Chef Robert Irvine's overhaul of the St. James Soup Kitchen, in Newark, NJ, is his biggest challenge to date. Can he and his team renovate a dilapidated, fire-ravaged kitchen and dining room for $10,000 in only two days?
Wildcat Cafe
It's back to school for Chef Robert Irvine as he travels to Canton South High School, in Canton, OH. He's there to help the students of its culinary arts program, which is struggling to survive due to state budget cuts.
Sullivan's Grill
Chef Robert Irvine heads to Fruita, CO, to help a young widow and her horribly failing restaurant. Sullivan's Grill is on verge of bankruptcy, and its owner, Ginny, is on the verge of a breakdown.
Hoffman's Bistro
Chef Robert Irvine's intervention of Hoffman's Bistro and Patisserie in Santa Cruz, CA, couldn't come soon enough. The 10-year-old venture is more than $2 million in debt.
Moss' Prime Rib & Spaghetti House
Chef Robert Irvine kicks off Season 3 of Restaurant: Impossible at Moss' Prime Rib and Spaghetti House, in Elyria, Ohio, in what may be the most intense show to date.
Chatterbox
This two-year-old outwardly nice restaurant is confusing: it's clean, cute and cozy, yet it's on the brink of failure. Why? Well, it doesn't take long to get to the root of the problem.
Anna Maria's
Chef Robert Irvine has seen many dirty and neglected restaurants, but none has made him physically ill like Anna Maria's, in Dunmore, Pa. The Italian eatery's glory days, and last apparent cleaning, were 25 years ago.
Del's
When Chef Robert Irvine visits Del's, in Pittsburgh, Pa., it's clear that the biggest issue with this failing 62-year-old icon is not the food or decor but owner Marianne.
Woody's Tupelo Steakhouse
When Chef Robert Irvine first sees Woody's Tupelo Steakhouse in Tupelo, MS, it's clear why they are drowning in debt. The dining room is a dusty, dark cave, and the horrible tableside service is worse than the mediocre food.
Valley View
This diner located in Amish country is suffering from an outdated decor and menu, as well as structural issues. But Chef Robert Irvine's biggest challenge to turn this business around will be in changing the family roles.
Pelican Grill
In only two days, and with only $10,000, Chef Robert needs to overhaul not only the uninspired, cluttered interior but also the lack of leadership and structure at the center of the restaurant's problems.
Mama Lee's
in San Antonio, TX, Chef Robert Irvine is tasked with turning around Mama Lee's Soul Food Restaurant, a four-year-old eatery that has never turned a profit and is only weeks away from closing.
Pappas Restaurant
Chef Robert Irvine's latest mission takes him to Benicia, California, and Pappas Restaurant, a family-owned Greek restaurant on the brink of extinction.
Ristorante Barolo
After a very successful first five years, a changing economy combined with the high cost of maintaining a historic building plus family health problems have hurt Ristorante Barolo.
University Grill
Chef Robert heads to Burlington, N.C., in an attempt to save the University Grill. The establishment was opened by siblings Eleni, George and Manny to help provide for their parents during retirement, but it's now facing failure.
Pollard's Bar-B-Que
Robert visits Memphis to save a failing barbecue restaurant. After eking out a living at a small takeout operation for 16 years, Tarrance Pollard decided the only way to grow his business was to move up to an eat-in restaurant.
White House Edition
The First Lady asks Robert to create a dining room, renovate the kitchen and create a community garden to provide a healthy, vegetable-fueled meal for the kids of Horton's Kids to enjoy.
Longbranch Steak and Seafood
Robert heads to Fayetteville, GA, to try and keep Longbranch Steak and Seafood in business. Owner Lisa was given the restaurant two years ago as a gift from her husband, and has been struggling financially ever since.
The Main Dish
Robert Irvine heads to Meridianville, Alabama where he finds a family in need of help. Owners Lynn and Ken bought the restaurant five years ago, but the couple now find themselves working 80 hours a week and in over $50,000 debt.
Zandi's Grill
Chef Robert Irvine quickly realizes that Zandi's Grill isn't just failing because it's lackluster food, poor service and decor. It's failing because owners Yvonne and Evette have completely lost their passion for the restaurant.
Italian Village
Chef Robert's latest mission takes him to the Philadelphia suburb of Milmont Park, Pa., and a restaurant called the Italian Village.
Stella's Italian Restaurant
Chef Robert Irvine is on the move... this time to Stratford, Connecticut, where he finds a mother and son team trying to keep their Italian restaurant, Stella's, from going under.
Gusanoz Mexican Restaurant
Chef Robert Irvine heads to the small town of Lebanon, New Hampshire for his next mission... to tackle a Mexican restaurant that has been around for six years but has gone south.
Frankie's
Chef Robert is heading to Three Rivers, Michigan, home of Frankie's on the Tracks, a restaurant that's been seriously derailed by years of financial & personal strife. Frankie's has been a Three Rivers staple for almost 30 years.
Paliani's Restaurant
Chef Robert Irvine travels to Burton, Michigan where he's on a mission to rescue a single mom and her restaurant, Paliani's, from its impending demise.
Michele's
Robert Irvine faces one of his biggest challenges yet when he meets a couple that bought a restaurant at an auction on a whim, despite having no experience in the business.
Maple Tree Cafe
Chef Robert Irvine heads to Las Vegas to help 26-year-old Ashley save the Maple Tree Cafe.
Whistle Stop
Chef Robert Irvine's latest mission introduces him to the Whistle Stop in Hot Springs, Ark., and Linda, a former employee who bought the business when the previous owners abruptly told her they were shutting down.
Valley Inn
Chef Robert Irvine is in Palos Hills, Ill., to help save the Valley Inn restaurant. Once very profitable, the death of Frank, Sr., combined with a difficult economy, has left the restaurant struggling to bring in customers.
Oleander Bar and Grill
Chef Robert Irvine heads to Olean, N.Y., to meet Kelli and her daughter, Abby, owners of the Oleander Bar and Grill. Open only six months, the two are facing financial ruin and the threat of losing the restaurant.
Poco's on the Boulevard
Chef Robert Irvine is heading to Kansas City, Mo., to save a once flourishing family restaurant and repair the relationship between two sisters.
Rohrer's Tavern
Chef Robert Irvine heads to North Bend, Ohio, to help revive Rohrer's Tavern, a local staple for more than 60 years.
Bronk's Bar and Grill
Chef Robert Irvine's next mission brings him to the small town of Lake City, Minn., where Erik and Tracy are close to losing their 11-year-old restaurant, Bronk's Bar and Grill.
Rising Sun Bistro
The French-themed Rising Sun Bistro in Kalispell, MT has multiple problems: a chaotic kitchen, an uninspired decor, debt, and owners who can't stand each other. Robert Irvine has two days to get the restaurant on the right track.
Whiskey Creek Steakhouse
Pat and Karan, owners of the Whiskey Creek Steakhouse in Keyport, WA have lost nearly everything. As if the poorly cooked food and dreary design weren't big enough challenges for Robert Irvine, he suspects someone may be stealing.
Windseeker Restaurant
Windseeker Restaurant in Dalles, OR is suffering from bad publicity and negative word of mouth. Robert Irvine has only two days and $10,000 to help owner Veta break bad habits.
Sapori D'Italia
Robert Irvine heads to Fountain Hills, AZ where the family behind Sapori D'Italia needs help. The restaurant's customers have been replaced by sounds of fighting. Robert must fix a broken family in order to fix their restaurant.
Nanny Goat's Cafe and Feed Bin
Chef Robert Irvine's newest mission is to save Nanny Goat's Cafe and Feed Bin in Kilgore, Texas. Owner Nancy was once a successful restaurateur, but Nanny Goat's has caused a strained relationship with her daughter.
Dinner Bell Restaurant
Chef Robert Irvine's in Madison, TN, to help an owner keep the doors of his Dinner Bell Restaurant open. The team must clean the restaurant, freshen the menu and fix the staff's bad habits in two days, before all is lost.
Maniaci's Italian Bistro
Maniaci's Italian Bistro was a thriving family business run by Mrs. Maniaci until her death. Now her three sons are running it into the ground. Chef Robert Irvine has two days to give the Maniaci brothers a fresh start.
Caseyville Cafe
Robert Irvine quickly sees why the Caseyville Cafe in Illinois is failing. From the kitchen to the servers, the staff have completely overrun the owners' restaurant, costing this mother-daughter team tens of thousands of dollars.
Soup to Nuts Diner
The Soup to Nuts Diner in Tavares, Florida, is a '50s-themed diner -- and it looks like it hasn't been cleaned since then. Robert Irvine tackles a filthy restaurant from the kitchen to the staff's attitudes in order to save it.
Sweet Tea's Restaurant and Catering
Chef Robert Irvine's saving the Sweet Tea's Restaurant and Catering in Pineville, NC. The owners opened up a storefront to their successful catering business, but the nondescript building isn't attracting customers.
Something's Fishy
Robert Irvine travels to Fishkill to help Joe and Dena save their floundering Joe Willy's Seafood House. While experienced in seafood, Joe's skills as a chef flounder and the stress of the failing business is taking its toll.
Father Knows Worst
Robert Irvine heads to Murrells Inlet, S.C. to help George and Theresa save their family-run Old World Italian Restaurant. Despite all the problems, George and Theresa can't seem to hand over control to their son, George, Jr.
Creepy in Clearwater
Gus, the owner of Smitty's in Clearwater, FL, doesn't just have one problem, he has hundreds that only an exterminator can fix. The exterminator costs Robert Irvine precious money and time.
Drowning in Debt
Carolyn and her husband, George, bought Mom and Dad's Italian Restaurant in DeFuniak Springs 24 yrs ago. Now, 6 yrs after George's death, Carolyn refuses to make any changes, despite the ill-prepared food and mounting debt.
Muskrat Mayhem
Robert Irvine travels to Smyrna to meet 3 generations fighting to keep the Wagon Wheel Family Restaurant open. The food, decor, owners and staff keep the place in mayhem. The only thing keeping the restaurant alive is Muskrat.
In the Pits
Lynn has owned Bryan's Smokehouse in Lufkin for 15 yrs. Business was great at first, but now an oversaturated market and a staff of misfits have put Lynn further into debt. Can Robert Irvine save the eatery?
Lost in the Woods
Robert Irvine tries to lead an inexperienced restaurant owner to success after he purchased the Pinehurst Country Lodge in Greeley, Pennsylvania, and fell $350,000 in debt.
Sink or Swim
Chef Robert is off to Twin Lakes, Wis., to Pier West Restaurant, where Chip's restaurant falls deeper and deeper into debt, which affects his family. He has just two days to help Chip save the restaurant and reunite the family.
It's All Greek to Me
In Woodstock, Ill., cousins Angelo and Angelo run their diner, Angelo's. Robert has two days to unravel the issues of this Greek restaurant and figure out why the cousins are very close to ruining all their fathers' hard work.
Kalico Kraziness
Chef Irvine travels to Douglas, MI to repair the Kalico Kitchen. The restaurant is failing, the food is subpar and the kitchen is filthy! Robert has two days to get the place cleaned up, back on track and the owner to shaped up.
Barely Edible
Robert Irvine heads to Edible's Restaurant and Pub to help the family restaurant. To fix this restaurant, Robert must motivate the family to take responsibility before he can tackle the inedible menu, dirty kitchen and drab decor.
Good Food, Bad Vices
Dorothy and Thom, owners of Benner Street Restaurant in Bethlehem, Pa., should be close to retirement but they are so far in debt, they may never be able to stop working.
Pie in the Sky
Chef Robert Irvine heads to Mason, Ohio to try to save Aponte's Pizzeria. With only two days and $10,000, can Robert turn the lackluster Aponte's Pizzeria around and save Tony from financial ruin?
Bring Mama Back
Chef Robert Irvine has just two days to address trust issues, frozen food in the kitchen and finances that aren't adding up if there's any chance of restoring Mama Campisi's Restaurant to its former glory in St. Louis.
Feathers Fly
Emotions run high in the Duncan family when Robert swoops in to revive the 33-year-old, dysfunctional Ducky's Restaurant in Kokomo, Indiana.
His Way or the Highway
Outdated decor, multiple menus and an overworked staff are only a few of the problems surrounding The Windsor 75 in Windsor, CT. Robert confronts stubborn owner George and attempts to bring his failing restaurant out of the past.
Outside the Box
At first glance the Coach Lamp Restaurant and Pub in Louisville, Kentucky, looks impeccable, but Robert has to think outside-the-box to get this failing restaurant to shine.
Soul Searching
Robert travels to Hagerstown, Maryland, to get the Georgia Boy Cafe owners back on speaking terms and address the heaping health hazards in the kitchen.
Unlucky Number Seven
Named in honor of their combined seven children, this engaged couple's restaurant Seven in La Porte, Indiana, is anything but lucky.
Unfixable Family
Robert fears he may have met his match when he becomes a mediator between the temperamental owners of Mike LaSusa's Italian Restaurant in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.
Holiday: Impossible 2
Hurricane Sandy caused massive damage to both the LBI Pancake House and the Ship Bottom Fire Company on the Jersey Shore. Chef Robert's mission is to rehab both locations and give the first responders some much-deserved gratitude.
Goombazz Gone Wild
Robert tries to get Goombazz Big City Eatzz owner Sal to see the light before he drives his exasperated staff away and his restaurant into the ground.
Clueless in the Country
This stay-at-home mom turned Heather's Country Kitchen owner in Plains, Montana, might be one of the most clueless owners Robert has encountered yet.
Monkey Business
When Robert first sees the Spunky Monkey Bar & Grill in Auburn, Wash., he's appalled by the restaurant's condition: inches of dust, mounds of grime, years of neglect, and an owner who doesn't seem to care at all.
Dirty Laundry
Robert heads to Hillbillies Restaurant in Murphys, Calif., to investigate why Jami's breakfast and lunch spot is failing. While the name promises backwoods charm, Robert finds nothing charming about a decor.
Mumbo Jumbo
Julio purchased the San Francisco Mexican restaurant Estrada's six years ago. He and his girlfriend, Bernadette, are in over $400,000 worth of debt and seriously need Chef Robert Irvine's help.
Up in Smoke
The Browns' Mill Creek BBQ Restaurant is modeled on her father's nearby establishment. But instead of the faster, more casual version of Dad's restaurant, Chef Robert Irvine finds tasteless food and inefficient management.
A Lot to Lose
Tootie's Texas BBQ started a deep decline while the owner was battling cancer. Weeks away from closing for good, she calls on Chef Robert Irvine for a rescue. He has just two days to give Tootie's a second chance at success.
Fiery Family Fusion
Chef Robert Irvine has to address two major issues at Pasion Latin Fusion: tension between co-owner Monica and the main investor, her brother-in-law, and a menu that's leaving customers confused and frustrated.
Pizza: Impossible
Robert Irvine travels to Baton Rouge, La., where he meets his most cantankerous owner yet. The food at Mama Della's New York City Pizzeria is great but stubborn owner, Barry, is the biggest obstacle to his restaurant's success.
Ungratifying
Chef Robert Irvine can usually handle fixing a filthy kitchen and a bickering staff, but combine those with a super-snarky owner and this may be a recipe for disaster at Gratifi Kitchen and Bar in Houston, Texas.
Face the Music
Chef Robert Irvine is in Oklahoma City to help the owners of Urban Roots. While there's lots of potential, the food is thrown together, the staff isn't pulling their weight and the passion for cooking has gone.
Treading Water
Bryant's Seafood World has been a local institution in Hueytown, Ala., for more than 30 years. Now it's floundering under the new owner's 4 year reign. Robert Irvine is off to reel in this establishment just outside of Birmingham.
Bummed Out
Emotions explode when Chef Robert Irvine steps in to save Bumbinos Italian Ristorante in Orange City, Fla. He must get above the yelling to rebuild relationships and sort out roles for the restaurant to stay open.
Meet the Impossible
Robert Irvine and his Restaurant: Impossible team have traveled to more than 100 locations to help America's failing restaurants. Now hear the never-heard-before, behind-the-scene stories that makes this impossible show possible.
The Writing on the Wall
Daniel owns a successful sawmill, so he thought he could run Big Jim's Bama Q and cash in on the restaurant's reputation. Robert Irvine must find a way to make the restaurant into a barbecue destination.
Living in the Dark Ages
Robert Irvine tackles his first-ever theme restaurant, when he comes to the aid of Cave Inn BBQ, a new caveman-themed restaurant. Robert will need to completely overhaul the decor of inflatable dinosaurs and foam rocks.
Saving Grace
Robert Irvine must save both the business and the marriage of a couple who invested their life savings in their restaurant, Grace's Place Bagels in Palm Coast, Florida.
No Day at the Beach
When Chef Robert Irvine meets Jordan, the self-described stubborn owner of the Portu-Greek Cafe in Hudson, Florida, he knows that he's in for a challenge.
Fork in the Road
The Fork Diner in Calhoun, Georgia, never quite took off, and owners Gray, Diana and Michael are now faced with a failing business and a suffering friendship. Robert Irvine will have just two days to address the boring food.
Culture Clash
Marie's at Ummat Cafe poses many challenges for Chef Robert Irvine. Situated next to Atlanta's oldest Mosque, many potential customers falsely think that the restaurant is strictly for Muslims.
Bowling: Impossible
Paul's family has owned Paul's Bar and Bowling in Paterson, N.J., since 1929, but this neighborhood staple has been on a downward spiral for the past eight years. Paul had no choice but to call in Chef Robert Irvine for help.
Golf: Impossible
The Pomona Golf and Country Club in Egg Harbor City, NJ, is a nine-hole golf course and clubhouse that has been run by three cousins for the past decade. Robert must come up with a new business plan to save it from the trap.
Holy Cow!
Robert Irvine is forced to consult the behind-the-scenes footage to uncover all the problems that need to be fixed at the Country Cow Restaurant and Bar in Campton, New Jersey.
No Laughing Matter
Stand-up comedian Dennis spends more time telling jokes to his customers than paying attention to the quality of the food at Uncle Andy's Diner in Portland, Maine. Will Robert Irvine have the last laugh?
Take It or Leave It
Robert Irvine offers to buy out the owner of El Bistro in Titusville, Pennsylvania, after she threatens to sell the restaurant and walk away.
Spicing Things Up
Robert Irvine has just two days to get the clueless owners of Spicy Bar and Grill in Falls Church, Virginia, on a business track, find a new chef and turn the unprofessional servers into a real workforce.
Military: Impossible
Chef Robert is going to Fort Bragg, N.C., to revitalize the Green Beret Club, one of the only full-service restaurants on the post. He's got to preserve the military tradition, but update just enough to attract new diners.
Drama at Mamma's
Chef Robert Irvine travels to Bellefonte, Pa., and finds himself in the middle of a complicated family feud at Mamma Lucrezia's restaurant. Though badly mismanaged, the amazing pizza makes Robert want to set these sisters up for success.
Paradise: Impossible
Robert travels to the resort town of South Padre Island, Texas, to remake the Padre Rita Grill. The owners can't figure out where their money goes, but are so focused on live music that his suggestions may fall on deaf ears.
An Abundance of Emotions
In an emotional episode, Chef Robert Irvine visits Abudanza Ristorante in Wilbraham, Mass., where the owners are coping with a struggling restaurant and a sick child. He streamlines the business and has a surprise they desperately need.
Recipe for Disaster
Chef Robert drops in on a tumultuous family situation at Papa C's Eastside Cafe in Fairport, NY. With screaming matches, fistfights and bad management shadowing this rescue, Robert might end up walking away.
Without a Prayer
After a failed attempt to open a second location, a couple's once-thriving restaurant is buckling under the strain of their finances and marriage. Now, Robert must help the volatile couple work in harmony to save their business.
Oh Brother!
Through the financial help of their parents, brothers Gabe and Javier own the Knife and Fork Gastropub in San Antonio. Although it appears wildly successful, the restaurant is being run into the ground.
Revved Up
Restaurant: Impossible goes hog wild in Albuquerque, NM, at the Shade Tree Customs and Cafe along Route 66 where Robert Irvine meets a handful of characters who opened a full-service restaurant above their motorcycle repair shop.
Mystic Mystery
Mike and Erika Lowe opened Mystic Treats in Ashland, OR, hoping to attract customers with their vegetarian and offbeat pizzas. Three years and failed concepts later, they've called in Robert Irvine to figure out the mystery.
Betting the House
Robert meets his greatest challenge yet when he takes on Zoog's Caveman Cookin'. The restaurant is repulsively dirty and the owner has lost his passion, but even worse, the government shows up, threatening to shut it down.
Dog and Pony Show
Robert travels to Renton, WA, to take on a promising bar with an overwhelmed owner. He'll have two days to give the owner the tools she'll need to toughen up and turn this confused bar into a place worthy of all its patrons.
Game Over
Robert is back to battling with restaurant owners, but this time it's over an arcade full of video games! He'll have his hands full trying to mend fences between the feisty owners and figuring out what to do with the noisy arcade.
4,000 Square Feet of Trouble
Chef Robert Irvine ups the ante and takes on the largest space his team has ever tackled. WhaBah Steakhouse in Bowling Green, KY, made over a million dollars in year one, but now the owner is facing bankruptcy.
Double Trouble
Robert Irvine is in Summerville, SC, to take on two family-owned Italian restaurants. Tackling twice the work without any extra time, Robert must get the family and the design team to focus on this double-sized mission.
Chocolate: Impossible
Robert heads to Calvert, TX, to tackle a fancy French bistro, complete with an event space and a chocolate boutique! This may be Robert's first mission to a chocolate shop but here's a warning, it ain't all sweetness and light!
When Life Gives You Lemons ...
Robert's in for a 2-in-1 challenge when he's tasked with fixing a bistro inside a gourmet grocery store. In just two days, he will need to reorganize the store, renovate the bistro and ease the growing tension between the owners.
Prescription for Failure
Robert Irvine is challenged to fix an old-fashioned lunch counter located inside a family-owned pharmacy. A staple in the tight-knit Maryland community, Robert needs their full support to save this piece of their town's history.
Going Down With the Ship
Chef Robert Irvine has his hands full at failing Gigi's Music Cafe in Sunrise, Florida. He must confront the disorderly books, lackluster service and an oblivious owner in order to save this sinking ship.
The Ambush
For the first time in Restaurant: Impossible history, Chef Robert Irvine and his team ambush the unsuspecting owners of Tornatore's Pizzeria in Orlando, Florida.
Bad Juju
Chef Robert Irvine has his hands full with a cluttered cafe, a kitchen without any commercial equipment and an inexperienced, stubborn owner at the JuJu Bag in New Orleans.
Ambush: Breakfast Break-In
Robert Irvine ambushes Jodi, the owner of Theresa's Restaurant in Bradenton, Florida, after her friend and banker Miriam puts out a call for help. Robert must deal with Jodi's micromanaging ways and a kitchen staff threatening a walkout.
Ambush: Son Sneak Attack
Robert Irvine is in Blue Jay, CA, to help Lake Arrowhead Sports Grille. The owners' son is desperate to save the business, his parents' relationship, his dad's interest in the restaurant and his mom's health.
Ambush: Eyes on the Surprise
Chef Robert Irvine has received a plea from the bar manager of the Copper Still CD Vodka Lounge and Eatery. This dinner spot, which features its own brand of vodka, has been open for only eight months but has yet to show a profit.
Ambush: Stay... Or Go?
At the request of former employees, Robert heads to Ellendale's in Nashville, TN. The restaurant is rundown and owner Julie's management style is ineffective. Worried about being on TV, will Julie send him away or let him stay?
Ambush: Fight to the Finish
Robert Irvine heads to New Kensington, Pennsylvania, to ambush the owner of Stella's Dine-Inn Restaurant after her daughter witnesses out-of-control fighting between her mother and brother.
Ambush: Facing Fears
Robert Irvine navigates a rollercoaster of emotions in Red Lion, Pennsylvania, as he aims to help the owner of the Cape Horn Family Restaurant face her fears and repair her self-confidence in order to change her staff.
Holiday: Impossible
Robert's spending the holidays at the City Kids Wilderness Project in the Grand Tetons, updating their 25-year-old facilities in three days. As Robert gets to know the at-risk campers, he is inspired to add more special surprises.
Ambush: Special Delivery
For his next mission, Chef Robert Irvine heads to La Casa Bianca in Whitehouse Station, NJ, to give the owner, Paul, the surprise of a lifetime. It's up to Robert to ignite Paul's fire after he starts losing his passion for the business.
Ambush: Faded Star
Chef Robert heads to Starlite Restaurant and Pizza in West Orange, NJ, after the owner Patty's son reaches out for help. He finds an extremely dirty kitchen and an old-school staff that is unwilling to change, including Patty.
Ambush: Beneath the Surface
Robert travels to De Rican Chef in Virginia Beach, VA, where owner Raquel and her son Reuben are barely making a profit. Raquel drops a bombshell about why she has lost her passion, leading Robert to try to heal the family.
Ambush: A Taxing Situation
When Robert answers a desperate plea for help at The BFE Bar and Grill in Waynesboro, GA, he finds out their liquor license was suspended for back taxes, their reputation is shot and service is slow. Can Robert save these owners?
Ambush: In Robert We Trust
Chef Robert heads to Peppino's Ristorante Italiano in Oviedo, FL. He has his hands full with updating the decades-old menu, service and decor, as well as figuring out whether the owners' son is capable of running the business.
Best Ambushes Ever
Chef Robert Irvine revisits some of his most memorable ambushes. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of how the surprise takeovers are set up and executed, and what can go wrong along the way!
Ambush: Out of Control
Chef Robert heads to SiP Bistro in Holly Springs, NC, to try to mend the owners' relationship and negotiate a healthy balance of control. He also must do a full dining room reno and make the small kitchen as efficient as possible.
Ambush: Exercise Surprise
Robert answers a plea for help at So Natural Organic Restaurant and Market in Harker Heights, TX. He must not only teach the owners efficient operating procedures but also help them make great food that happens to be healthy.
Ambush: Cray, Cray
Robert tries to save the failing Cray Eatery and Drinkery in Columbus, Ohio, from its inexperienced and dismissive restaurant owner before she runs it into the ground.
Ambush: Third Ambush Is the Charm
Robert ambushes Tasso, the stubborn owner of newly established Broad Street Bistro in North Versailles, Pennsylvania. Robert attempts to turn this restaurant around while planning a surprise ambush that keeps everyone guessing.
Dying Diner
Robert Irvine steps back in time at Rosie's Cafe, a struggling retro joint in Escondido, Calif. He has two days and $10,000 to make major changes before the restaurant has to close its doors for good.
Fight at Filomena's
Robert Irvine heads to Costa Mesa, CA, to help a struggling Italian restaurant. Despite a clean kitchen, an organized dining room and allegedly good food, the owner hasn't been able to pay herself since the place opened.
Restaurant Impossible: Most Extreme Makeovers
In his 10 most extreme restaurant makeovers, Chef Robert Irvine helps an Air Force vet's restaurant soar to new heights, faces off with an owner in need of a major attitude adjustment and more.
Mom Finds Her Mojo
Robert Irvine arrives in San Diego to find that the Incredible Cafe is anything but incredible. He has major work ahead of him as he discovers the kitchen is an abomination and the woman who runs the place is in crippling debt.
Smoky Steakhouse
In Safford, AZ, Robert Irvine helps recover the dream of two inexperienced restaurant owners who have been losing money every month. It's wreaking havoc on the family, and Robert has his hands full to get things back on track.
Hard Times at Josephine's
Robert Irvine heads to Chicago to try to save Josephine's Cooking, an iconic South Side restaurant. He must motivate the co-owner, Victor, to take over and relieve his aging, strong-willed mother, Josephine.
Revisited: An Owner Who Tries to Do It All
Robert Irvine revisits Dodge City Steakhouse in Harrisburg, PA, to see if the owner is delegating responsibilities or trying to do everything on his own like he did when Robert came to his aid in 2011.
Revisited: One-Woman Show
Robert Irvine heads back to Campton, NH, to check in on The Country Cow Restaurant and Bar. In 2014, he helped the two owners navigate through a chaotic situation that led to a shocking resolution.
Caribbean Catastrophe
Robert Irvine heads to Chez Olga in Grand Rapids, MI, where the struggling Caribbean restaurant's dingy dining room, bland menu and terrible kitchen are tearing apart the mother and daughter who run it.
Revisited: A Family in Debt Regains Confidence
Robert Irvine revisits Gusanoz Mexican Restaurant in Lebanon, NH. After closing several restaurants, the owners were deeply in debt and needed Robert's help and expertise to regain their confidence in the kitchen.
A Single Dad Sparks His Passion
Robert Irvine is in Nutter Fort, WV, where a West Virginian-Italian-American-barbecue-family restaurant has a confused identity and is in for one of the biggest transformations ever.
Revisited: The Hidden Costs of Business
Robert Irvine revisits The Trails Eatery, a family-owned cafe in San Diego. With no obvious problems, Robert had to unravel the cafe's financial issues, and he hopes they've made the long-term changes needed to be successful.
Dull Diner Dilemma
Robert Irvine arrives in North Chelmsford, MA, to transform run-of-the-mill Rosie's Diner. To help mother and daughter co-owners get back on their feet, Robert will need to change almost everything, from the menu to the decor.
Revisited: Learning Leadership
Robert Irvine heads back to Off Street Cafe in Cerritos, CA. Back in 2011, he gave one of the owners a crash course in running the business so that her co-owner could retire.
Saving a Family's Legacy
Robert Irvine comes to the rescue of a Maryland seafood restaurant that has been in the family for more than 60 years. The third-generation owners and siblings hope to salvage what's left of their family legacy.
Revisited: All in the Family
Robert Irvine goes back to Sapori D'Italia in Fountain Hills, AZ. Years ago, Robert saved the restaurant's owners, the Manno family, from being ripped apart by crushing debt and a dysfunctional staff.
Lakefront Disaster
Robert Irvine heads to Tomahawk, WI, to try to save small-town steakhouse Besse's on Clear Lake. The owner needs Robert to remind her of her passion for the business and help her fix more than 30 years of bad habits.
Revisited: Revisiting Robert's First Ambush
Robert Irvine heads back to Tornatore's Pizzeria in Orlando, FL, to see if the owner has managed to keep his business afloat after Robert remodeled the failing restaurant and retooled its menu.
A Daughter Finds Her Groove
Robert Irvine travels to Muncie, IN, where the rundown Madison Street Retro Diner is in dire straits. The owner's health is failing, and Robert has two days to give her daughter the tools and confidence she needs to take over.
Revisited: Marriage Impossible
Robert Irvine returns to Joe Willy's Seafood House in Fishkill, NY, where he dealt with a rundown restaurant and the owners' strained marriage. He hopes they were able to recommit to being equal partners in business and in life.
Dumplings in Delaware
Robert Irvine rolls up to the Southern Grille of Ellendale in Ellendale, DE, where the owner is working too hard to be in so much debt. Robert has to help him reconnect with what makes him and his Southern restaurant special.
Revisited: A Failing Restaurant is No Laughing Matter
Robert Irvine returns to Uncle Andy's Diner in Portland, ME, which he rescued in 2014. He's back to see who stepped up to manage the diner, whether it's making money and if customers are finally smiling because of the food.
Cleaning Up in Mississippi
Chef Robert Irvine has his work cut out for him when he arrives in Ridgeland, MS. Rossini's Cucina Italiana is absolutely filthy, and even worse, owners Lori and Toni seem to have given up.
Revisited: An Owner Losing Control
Four years after his ambush, Robert Irvine returns to Bradenton, FL, to check on Theresa's Restaurant. He helped pull the restaurant out of a rut and taught the controlling owner some management techniques she desperately needed.
Help Is On the Way
Robert Irvine is in Akron, OH, to save Edgar's Restaurant. Fixing a restaurant in only two days is impossible enough, but when the restaurant's owner is less than honest with Robert, it creates a whole new set of problems.
Revisited: Ruffled Feathers
In 2012, Robert Irvine met his match in one of the owners of Woody's Tupelo Steakhouse in Mississippi. Now, he's back to see if the mother-daughter owners were able to keep the business going and their staff in line.
Old Habits Die Hard
At Perella's Ristorante in Warren, RI, Robert Irvine meets an owner who hasn't updated the menu, decor or his opinions since the restaurant opened 25 years ago. Robert has to convince him to change his ways in order to stay open.
New Roles, New Results
Robert Irvine comes to the rescue of Foxfire Grill in Alexandria, VA, where the owners can't figure out why they aren't making money. If Robert can't identify and solve the problem, they'll have no choice but to close.
Revisited: Chaos in the Kitchen
Robert Irvine heads back to Padre Rita Grill on South Padre Island, TX, which he ambushed in 2014. He wants to see if the kitchen has strong leadership, and he's braced to reconnect with one of the feistiest owners he's ever met.
Out with the Old, In with the New
At Carmine's Chianti Cow in Port Jervis, NY, Robert Irvine meets an owner whose identity crisis is threatening his restaurant. Stuck in a rut serving the same food as the previous owner, Chef Keith needs a wake-up call.
Revisited: A Family Recovering From Tragedy
Robert Irvine returns to De Rican Chef in Virginia Beach, VA, where three years ago he found a family in crisis following a tragic death. He finds out whether the family has managed to pull together or collapsed under the stress.
Saving a Piece of History
Robert Irvine tries to save a piece of history in Garrettsville, OH, by rescuing a restaurant in a 200-year-old mill. The owners have a $500,000 payment coming due, and the business is just months away from grinding to a halt.
Revisited: Going Down with the Ship
Robert Irvine returns to Sunrise, FL, to check on Gigi's Music Cafe, a combined restaurant and music venue. The inexperienced owner couldn't see the burden she put on her daughter, who managed the day-to-day business.
Beloved Restaurant on the Rocks
Robert Irvine helps a beloved restaurant on the brink of closing its doors in Ferguson, MO. The owners are out of both money and options, and Robert hopes to salvage their dream of making the restaurant their family legacy.
Revisited: Family Matters
Robert Irvine revisits So Natural Organic Restaurant and Market in Harker Heights, TX, where he met a family of seven all working nonstop to keep things afloat in 2016. He checks on the family's priorities and work-life balance.
Cajun Seafood Crisis
The owner of The Balcony, a seafood restaurant in Larose, LA, has a friendly relationship with her employees that has cost her their respect. Now, Robert Irvine needs her to become the boss she's never been or lose everything.
Revisited: An Entire Life's Savings
Robert Irvine travels to Murphys, CA, to check up on breakfast-and-lunch diner Hillbillies Restaurant. On his last visit, Robert found a tacky, messy restaurant, a defiant and lazy staff and an owner at her wits' end.
Chattanooga Blues
Owners Mike and Cherita are going through a divorce, and their family-run restaurant, Blue Orleans in Chattanooga, is caught in the crossfire. Robert Irvine works to make the restaurant successful and bring peace to the family.
Lost in the Bayou
Robert Irvine meets Therese, who owns Lil G's Kajun Restaurant in Louisiana and is struggling to stay afloat after consecutive years of losing more than $100,000. If Robert can't reverse the tide, Lil G's name is mud.
Revisited: For the Troops
Robert Irvine heads back to Fort Bragg, NC, to check on a restaurant that, given his own military background, was a personal mission in 2014. Everyone got some perspective when reminded of who and what this restaurant stood for.
Greek Tragedy
Robert Irvine works to revive Taverna Trela, a Greek restaurant in Delray Beach, FL. The owner is struggling with the loss of his parents, and Robert must find a way to fix this family-run establishment before it's too late.
Quarantine Check-In
Robert Irvine reaches out to the Restaurant: Impossible family to see how restaurants across the country are faring during the global COVID-19 pandemic.
First Episode Rewatch
Robert Irvine and his wife, Gail, watch the very first episode of Restaurant: Impossible.
Saving a Pastor's Passion
After losing $4,000 a month, Andrew, a pastor and owner of restaurant Loyd Have Mercy in Titusville, FL, has lost hope of turning things around. Robert Irvine tries to help Andrew rediscover his passion and his self-confidence.
Fixing a Family in Houston
Buried in debt and plagued by infighting, Habanera and the Guero in Houston, TX, is on the verge of closing. Robert Irvine will have to convince the owner to step back from the obsessive control of his partner and chef or risk losing everything.
Revisited: Helping One of Our Own
Robert Irvine returns to Rosie's Cafe in Escondido, CA, where he previously helped the owner, Kaitlyn, who has since suffered a near-fatal car accident. Robert comes back to pull off a spectacular event to help with her mounting medical bills.
Back on Track in Glendora
Robert Irvine heads to T. Phillip's Alehouse and Grill in Glendora, CA, and finds a restaurant that looks more like a dive bar. The owner, Jen, can't stand up for herself, and Robert must find a way to break down Jen's walls in order to build her back up.
The Ginger Monkey Is Going Under
The chef and owner of the Ginger Monkey in Chandler, AZ, has a ton of experience but can't keep up with the demands of his high-volume restaurant. There's something wrong with this picture, and Robert Irvine is ready to solve the mystery.
Revisited: Out of Date But Not Out of Time
Robert Irvine returns to Paterson, NJ, to check on Paul's Bar and Bowling. In 2014, Robert found the building falling apart and the owner stuck in a different era. He's back to see if Paul has kept up the improvements.
Revisited: The Soul of a Marriage
Robert Irvine revisits Mama E's in Oklahoma City, where he successfully completed his mission in 2014, despite an explosive relationship between the married owners. Now, Robert finds out if they were able to overcome marital obstacles to be successful.
Moving On in Montana
Robert Irvine helps the widowed owner of Don Luis Restaurant in Billings, MT, move past the grief of losing her husband. Carmen hasn't altered a thing in her restaurant since Luis' passing, and she must accept change if her business is to survive.
Destination, Hawk Springs
Robert Irvine ventures to The Emporium in the small town of Hawk Springs, WY, where owner Dennis is struggling to lead his staff and attract customers. If Robert can't make him change his ways, Dennis' daughter might walk away from the business forever.
Colorado Couple in Crisis
The couple that runs Millonzi's in Fairplay, CO, is buried in debt and on the brink of divorce. Robert Irvine must get Tim and Jenifer to work as a team again if they have any hope of salvaging their relationship or their 14-year-old restaurant.
Community Hub in Chaos
Robert Irvine visits Park Vue Soul Food Bar and Restaurant in Buffalo, where an inexperienced mother and daughter team is desperately trying to serve their community. Robert helps give them the skills they need to save their dream.
Taking Ownership in Vegas
Julissa, the widowed owner of the Polaris Street Cafe in Las Vegas, is struggling to save her deceased husband's dream restaurant. If Robert Irvine can't get her to find her own path, that dream will die, and so will the business.
Saving an American Dream
Robert Irvine faces the most difficult challenge of his career when he must save an immigrant's American dream of holding on to her Las Vegas restaurant, Burnt Offerings. Robert must find unique ways to raise revenue and cut costs to keep the dream alive.
A Dream in Shambles
Robert Irvine heads to Las Vegas to work his magic at A Pizza Melody. The owner's anger issues have turned his dream of owning his own restaurant into a nightmare, and his husband has spent almost $1 million trying to make it a success, to no avail.
House of Cards
Robert Irvine visits Cafe No Fur in Las Vegas, where the owners -- a model and a former poker player -- are so stuck in their dysfunctional ways that the restaurant is on the verge of folding after only two years.
Listless in Louisiana
Robert Irvine travels to Lafitte, LA, to visit Boutte's Bayou Restaurant, where owner Nick is too proud to ask for help. Robert guides Nick in becoming a real leader and trusting his staff before it's too late for the iconic coastal watering hole.
Friends in Need
Robert Irvine arrives at Dunbar's Creole Cuisine in New Orleans to find a restaurant full of history but in dire need of his help. The livelihood of two families depends on its success, but the matriarch refuses to change.
Nancy Foots the Bill
Robert Irvine is in Geneva, NY, at Cosentino's Ristorante, where co-owners Bill and Nancy are struggling to save their family restaurant. Their marriage is suffering from an unbalanced workload while their inexperienced son serves unappetizing food.
The Sinking Anchor
Air Force veteran Robert has been struggling to keep his restaurant, The Anchor in Louisville, Tenn., afloat after a disagreement with his daughter. Chef Robert Irvine steps in to help the owner manage his anger and fix his relationship with his daughter.
R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
Robert Irvine travels to Tampa, FL, to check out Mr. B's Southern Kitchen and finds a failing restaurant that is tearing siblings Ninkia and Calvin apart. Robert must help Ninkia find a way to stand up for herself and convince her brother to respect her.
Floundering Fish House
Robert Irvine visits Loudon, TN, to help Ed, the owner of Z Fish House. After five years of struggling in the landlocked small town, the seafood restaurant needs a life preserver. Robert must help Ed rediscover his passion and lead his staff.
Sub Shop SOS
Turnpike's Rest Stop in Spring Hill, FL, is sinking fast. It doesn't take long for Robert Irvine to discover a communication breakdown between the owner and her daughter, and he also pinpoints their oversized subs as the root of their financial troubles.
Restoring a Reputation
At Deraney's Two City Tavern in small-town Barnesville, GA, the owner is losing his family home, his restaurant and his reputation. Robert Irvine must help him understand his business, change his work ethic and make amends to his staff and community.
A Friendship in Peril
Robert Irvine has to save more than a restaurant at J's in Waveland, MS. Owners Louis and Jeff are close to losing everything, including their friendship of 40 years. Robert must teach them how to both run a restaurant and mend their relationship.
Big Trouble in Tennessee
Robert Irvine visits Big Tom's Backyard Grill and Bar in Cleveland, TN, which is costing owners Tom and Sabrina their marriage. With Tom on the brink of another heart attack, Robert has 48 hours to help him change his ways.
Irish Eyes Are Frowning
Robert Irvine is in Waldorf, MD, to help Katie, whose Grille No. 13 is $350,000 in debt. Robert must teach Katie to work smarter to save this Irish pub and help her reclaim her time with her baby.
Soul Food in the Dark
At Soul Food in the Park in York, PA, owner Audra makes up for her lack of knowledge and confidence by yelling at her husband. Robert Irvine and his team race to completely renovate her rundown building and help Audra overcome her anger issues.
The Sinking Ship Inn
Ship Inn in Exton, PA, is sinking under the owner Michael's overbearing management style and $895,000 of debt. Robert Irvine has to overcome Michael's resistance to change and repair his fractured relationships in order to right the Ship Inn.
Resentment on the Bayou
The married owners of On The Bayou in Milwaukee can't stop fighting, and it's destroying their restaurant and relationship, leaving them with debt and resentment. Robert Irvine must help them redefine their roles and rekindle their relationship.
The Dutiful Son
Robert Irvine travels to Milwaukee, where owner Abel runs Mexican Village, a Tex-Mex restaurant that's drowning in debt and destroying his relationship with his children. Robert must help Abel make some hard choices to save his restaurant and his family.
Delusions of Grandeur
In Illinois, two brothers are close to losing their French bistro, Gaston's. They blame the competition for their restaurant's failures, and Robert Irvine must convince these delusional owners to accept reality or their fantasy will end in bankruptcy.
Extreme British Makeover
Expat Lee is on the brink of losing his restaurant, From Across the Pond, in Colleyville, TX. In a very personal two-day transformation, Robert Irvine tries to help his fellow countryman realize he can turn around 15 years of failure.
A Big Mess in Texas
Chef Robert Irvine travels to Joshua, TX, to save a failing Tex-Mex restaurant. Owners Carmen and Wayne are serving subpar food, the environment in the restaurant is toxic, and the couple's relationship is in dire straits, too.
Big Ego, Big Trouble
Chef Robert Irvine rolls into Colorado Springs, CO, where the chef and owner of Momma Pearl's Cajun Kitchen is on the verge of losing his wife and his business if he can't shed his arrogant alter ego.
Dirtiest. Kitchen. Ever.
Chef Robert Irvine heads to the Jalisco Cafe in San Diego and tackles one of the filthiest kitchens of his career. The owner faces endless obstacles, and with only 48 hours to turn this restaurant around, this challenge might actually be impossible.
Burnt Out in Berkeley
A 50-year legacy restaurant in Berkeley, CA, KC's BBQ, is on the brink of closure. Chef Robert Irvine must help the owner regain his self-confidence, treat his daughter like a true partner and accept change in order to save their family restaurant.
Virtually Impossible
Chef Robert Irvine travels to Loveland, CO, to revive a family-run Mexican restaurant where the owners haven't made a dime since they opened six years ago. Robert has two days to save this restaurant from closing its doors forever.
Slumping Sales in San Jose
Chef Robert Irvine finds The Breakfast Place in San Jose, CA, struggling to stay open. The co-owners are burnt out and don't have the confidence to lead their staff, and Robert must try to save their friendship and business before it's too late.
Out with the Old, In with the New
Chef Robert Irvine travels to San Diego to save German restaurant Kaiserhof. The owner is afraid to make changes for fear of disturbing his late father's original design, and Robert has to flex some serious muscle to drag this restaurant into the present.
Not So Peachy Keen
Chef Robert Irvine finds the owner of Denos I-76, a diner in Keenesburg, CO, abandoned by her employees and working herself into the ground. Robert must help her find staff and inspiration to turn this nondescript truck stop into a must-see destination.
Holding on to the Past
At Rest Haven in Clarksdale, MS, owner Paula's unwillingness to change is destroying her father's Lebanese restaurant and her son's chance of inheriting it. Robert Irvine must teach Paula to trust her son and her staff in order to save the family legacy.
It's Not Rocket Science
Daniel, a former NASA physicist in Huntsville, AL, thought he could wing it in the restaurant business. After 10 years of failures, his soul food spot, Mizz Juju's, needs Chef Robert Irvine's help to save the business and rebuild Daniel's life.
Hard Knocks in Hendersonville
Robert Irvine meets Ray, an ex-con who turned his life around but can't find success with his restaurant, Dreadlife Kitchen in Hendersonville, NC. With bad decor and no systems or identity, Robert must help Ray transform his business and build his brand.
No Help Wanted
In Charlotte, NC, the owner of 7th Restaurant and Lounge, Don, never asks for help, despite becoming paralyzed after being robbed at gunpoint. Robert Irvine works to convince Don that running a restaurant takes a village.
Best Friends Forever
Robert Irvine visits Brunswick, GA, where two best friends have no idea how to run their restaurant, Moondoggy's Pizza. With their friendship and restaurant on the line, he teaches them how to build a better culture among their staff.
My Way or the Highway
Chef Robert Irvine travels to Forks and Flavors in Kennesaw, GA, to meet up with married co-owners David and Darnell. Executive Chef David struggles to run his kitchen under the shadow of Darnell's big personality and need to be right about everything.
Family Recipe for Disaster
Robert Irvine treks to Sylacauga, AL, to visit Giovanni's Italian Restaurant. Grieving owner Chrissy is struggling to keep her family's restaurant going after the sudden death of her sister, and Robert must help her rediscover her passion.
Marriage on the Rocks
In Stone Mountain, GA, Robert Irvine visits the failing Sweet Potato Cafe, which is destroying its owners' finances and their 25-year marriage. He must help them balance responsibilities and rekindle their passion for the business.
The Final Shot
Robert Irvine heads to Smith's Soul Food Bistro in Gastonia, NC, where owner Cheryl is an ex-basketball coach on a mission to help kids in her community. Robert must teach Cheryl to run her restaurant with the same discipline she learned on the court.
Mistrust and Malaise in Madison
Robert Irvine travels to Madison, FL, where Grumpy's Diner owner Jessica is struggling to keep the business afloat. She wants to pass the business down to her son, Justin, but he lacks the self-confidence and vision to lead the diner into the future.
Fighting for Your Family
Robert Irvine visits family-run Amistad Grill in Homestead, FL, where owner Omar has trust issues that cause him to constantly scold his wife and daughter. Robert must teach Omar to slow down and listen to his family, or their livelihood will be lost.
Schooling a Teacher
Robert Irvine heads to Grenada, MS, where the owner of the failing 333 Restaurant, Allyson, is also busy teaching art full-time. Robert must convince her that empowering her staff to make decisions without her is the only way she can save her restaurant.
Legacy on the Line
Robert Irvine heads to Shreveport, LA, to meet Mavice, the owner of her father's legacy restaurant, Eddie's. The seafood spot is known for its stuffed shrimp, but Mavice's stubborn refusal to adapt is running the food, finances and family into the ground.
Anguish in Abilene
Robert Irvine travels to Texas Cowboy BBQ in Abilene, TX, to meet George and Taylor, co-owners with a marriage and a restaurant on the rocks. Taylor wants to be a bigger part of the restaurant, but George is closed off, angry and unable to accept help.
A Trifecta of Failure
Robert Irvine visits Steak-N-Stuff, a family-run restaurant in Cottonwood, AZ, where the owner is determined to do everything himself, even if it takes a serious toll on his health. Robert must work to get this failing restaurant and family back on track.
Stuck in the Old School
Robert Irvine heads to Boulder City, NV, to help struggling pizza restaurant Vinny's Little Italy. Owner Vinny is stuck in his ways, and Robert must drag him into the 21st century in order to save this restaurant from becoming a thing of the past.
Lifting the Weight
Robert Irvine visits Greg's BBQ in Belen, NM, that's run by an ex-Marine who suffers from health conditions but can't stop micromanaging his son. Robert must teach the owner to trust his son and start valuing his own health, before it kills him.
A Mother's Guilt
Robert Irvine heads to Ash Fork, AZ, where owner Felicia's failing restaurant has forced her to sacrifice time with her children. Overwhelmed by guilt, she is ignoring her deteriorating business, and Robert must help to turn her attitude around.
Living Up to Mom
Robert Irvine travels to The Amigo Cafe on Arizona's Navajo Reservation where owner Julene's struggle to make a profit has taken a toll on her health. Robert must help her daughter, Heather, gain the confidence to step into her mother's shoes.
Clueless in Idaho
Robert Irvine visits Nampa, Idaho, to rescue Island Kine Grinds from bankruptcy. Co-owner Renus' health problems have left his wife Ludi completely overwhelmed, and Robert must help Renus heal to prevent both their marriage and business from failing.
Missing Pepper in Baton Rouge
In Baton Rouge, LA, an owner struggles to keep going after losing her husband, and Robert Irvine must help her let go to save her dying restaurant. If she can't find the strength to become a motivated owner, she'll lose a lot more than just her business.
Roux the Day
In Baton Rouge, LA, owner Maurice claims to be proud of his restaurant, but his lack of leadership and inability to inspire his staff threaten to destroy the business. If Robert Irvine can't teach him how to lead effectively, his restaurant won't survive.
Hot Doggin' It in Memphis
In Memphis, owner Tyrone's passion project has lost his way, and his family is suffering because of it. Robert Irvine must teach him about more than just the ins and outs of running a restaurant before this family loses their livelihood and their bond.
Running on Empty
Robert Irvine faces a unique challenge in Opelika, AL, where he must save a restaurant located at a gas station. Owner Penny's health and lifelong dream is failing, and she must make big changes to more than her business before she loses everything.
Fighting for Gigi
At GiGi's Place in Covington, GA, owner Gigi's health is failing, but she can't take a step back with her daughter and her head chef fighting constantly. Everything Gigi worked for will fall apart unless Robert Irvine can repair a damaged relationship.
Stalled on the Runway
In Greenville, SC, the owners of an airport cafe believe that all the kids at a nearby playground are driving away their paying customers. Robert Irvine must convince them their problems are fixable or this restaurant will be grounded permanently.
Sunnyside Down
Robert Irvine heads to Williamston, MI, to resurrect the Sunnyside Café, a little breakfast joint with big problems. Owner Jeanette is a micromanager who refuses to make changes, and Robert wastes no time finding solutions to keep her place from closing.
Driven to Tears
In Coleman, MI, Robert Irvine finds a failing restaurant that's destroying a loving marriage. Owner Leah's refusal to listen to her husband's advice has forced him to step away, and Robert must help them find the confidence to be partners again.
A Family Divided
In Middletown, NY, an unforgivable mistake has driven a wedge between Franco Di Roma's married owners. Robert Irvine must help them bridge the divide and forgive each other before their restaurant business and whole family collapses.
The Imbalanced Chef
In Rome, New York, The Balanced Chef owner Brian is facing a mountain of problems, including very serious health issues. The stakes are high as Robert Irvine must help Brian figure out a plan to reduce stress personally and professionally.
Mountain Town Mess
In Lincoln, NH, Robert Irvine discovers he has more than just a restaurant to repair. The White Mountain Tavern's co-owners have a volatile relationship and toxic standing in the community, giving Robert only two days to fix two massive problems.
Trick or Treat
The owner of the Dutch Treat in Franconia, NH, has lost the desire to keep his family restaurant going. His wife is more than willing to help, but no matter what she and Robert Irvine do, the Dutch Treat doesn't stand a chance without a strong manager.
Restaurant: Impossible
Genres
Food & Home, Restaurants, Building & Renovation
Episodes
22 Seasons Available (263 Episodes)
Release Year
2011
About This Series
Robert Irvine is on a mission to save failing restaurants from total collapse. He and his team use all the ingenuity, elbow grease and heart they've got to give small business owners a fighting chance at turning their restaurants and their lives around.
Cast and Crew
Starring: Robert Irvine
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