Restaurant: Impossible
Turning around a failing restaurant is a daunting challenge under the best of circumstances. Attempting to do it in just two days with only $10,000 may be impossible, but that's exactly what Chef Robert Irvine sets out to do in his new Food Network show, Restaurant Impossible. Robert will use a little MacGyver and a lot of muscle to rescue these desperate places from complete collapse. Can one man, in two days, with $10,000, turn the tide of a failing restaurant and give hope to the owners and their employees? Find out as Robert Irvine takes on Restaurant: Impossible.
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- 22 seasons
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Turning around a failing restaurant is a daunting challenge under the best of circumstances. Attempting to do it in just two days with only $10,000 may be impossible, but that's exactly what Chef Robert Irvine sets out to do in his new Food Network show, Restaurant Impossible. Robert will use a little MacGyver and a lot of muscle to rescue these desperate places from complete collapse. Can one man, in two days, with $10,000, turn the tide of a failing restaurant and give hope to the owners and their employees? Find out as Robert Irvine takes on Restaurant: Impossible.
Season 13 Episode Guide
9 Episodes 2016
Episode 1
Ambush: Faded Star
Wed, Mar 9, 2016 42 mins
In the Season 13 premiere, Robert arrives in West Orange, N.J., to help the financially struggling owner of "Starlite Restaurant and Pizza", which hasn't made a profit in nearly 10 years. Problems that need to be addressed are the extremely dirty kitchen.
Episode 2
Ambush: Beneath the Surface
Wed, Mar 16, 2016 42 mins
Robert arrives at "De Rican Chef" in Virginia Beach to find the restaurant barely making a profit and the relationship, between the mother and son who operate the business, in poor shape.
Episode 3
Ambush: A Taxing Situation
Wed, Mar 23, 2016 42 mins
Robert arrives at the "BFE Bar and Grill" in Waynesboro, Georgia, to find the restaurant deep in debt, with a suspended liquor license for unpaid taxes. Other problems include a poor reputation, painfully slow food service, and a shortage of staff.
Episode 4
Ambush: In Robert We Trust
Wed, Mar 30, 2016 42 mins
Robert comes to the aid of the owners of "Peppino's Ristorante Italiano" in Oviedo, Florida, who bought the restaurant in hopes that their son would eventually take over, but they feel they can't trust him because of his poor work ethic and attitude.
Episode 5
Ambush: Out of Control
Wed, Apr 13, 2016 42 mins
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.
Episode 6
Ambush: Exercise Surprise
Wed, Apr 20, 2016 42 mins
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.
Episode 7
Ambush: Cray, Cray
Wed, Apr 27, 2016 42 mins
A restaurant concept, inspired by infused liquors from Cambodia, is failing partly because of the owner's lack of experience and dismissive nature. Other problems include a lack of cleanliness, slow food service and some nauseating menu options.
Episode 8
Ambush: Third Ambush Is the Charm
Wed, May 18, 2016 42 mins
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.
Episode 9
Best Ambushes Ever
Wed, Apr 6, 2016 42 mins
Chef Robert Irvine revisits some memorable ambushes, including "Lake Arrowhead Sports Grill", "Cape Horn Family Restaurant", and "La Casa Bianca". Also: a segment on how the surprise takeovers are set up and executed, with a look at what has gone wrong.