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Restaurant Impossible was cancelled in August 2016.
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Restaurant Impossible Season 1
Aired: January to March 2011
Villari's is closed.
They closed in May 2015, after changing the name to Jerseys Pub 73.
The owners claimed the show didn't bring them enough publicity and customer numbers dwindled.
Reviews after filming were poor.
Mainelli's is closed.
They closed in January 2012.
The restaurant closed after a truck crashed into the building causing extensive damage.
They were looking for a new location but never reopened.
Reviews after filming were good.
Rascal's BBQ & Crab House is closed.
They closed in May 2011.
They had reverted to their old menu and only opened for dinner on Saturday nights.
The owner claimed that the show had exaggerated the poor state of the restaurant.
Salt Works II is closed.
They closed in November 2015.
Reviews were good after filming.
Customer numbers were reportedly up and the restaurant was more busy.
Meglio's is closed.
They closed in January 2015.
They reverted to the previous menu and brought back the frozen pasta.
Reviews after filming were mixed.
Secret Garden Cafe is open.
It is open with their original opening hours.
There are new owners, as of 2012.
Reviews are good and the new owners opened a second location, which has since closed.
Flood Tide Restaurant is closed.
They closed in November 2013.
The profit had not increased enough for the restaurant to recover.
There were a number of poor reviews after Restaurant Impossible.
Restaurant Impossible Season 2
Aired: July 2011 to January 2012
Dodge City is open.
They completed Roberts renovation and have kept some of his menu in place.
Robert revisited after a year and again after 5 years and has been pleased on both visits.
La Stanza is closed.
They closed in November 2014.
They had reverted back to their old menu.
Reviews after filming were mostly good.
Sweet Tea is closed.
They closed in October 2011.
Reviews after filming were average.
There was an improvement in the sweet tea they served.
County Fare is closed
They closed in October 2011, just 6 months after filming.
Business was up for the first month before they had their worst two months of business.
Reviews were average/poor after filming.
Snooty Fox is closed.
They closed in October 2011, just three months after filming.
There was a short boost in sales before a decline in customers.
Reviews were average/poor after filming.
Pastori's is closed..
They closed in June 2014, three years after filming.
They kept most of the new menu but brought back a few customer favourites.
There were negative reviews about the food and positive reviews on the service.
Scrimmages is closed.
They closed in November 2013, two years after filming.
They appear to have returned to their previous ways as reviews were negative.
Mamma D's is closed.
They closed in October 2013, two years after filming.
They didn't keep Roberts menu and instead created a menu using ingredients from their farm.
They continued to struggle due to the economy but reviews were mostly positive after the show.
Off Street Cafe is open.
They have kept most of Roberts menu but updated the decor in 2014.
Reviews are mostly very good.
The Trails Eatery is open.
They had to redo the decor following a flood.
They were forced to end the dinner service due to staffing cost.
The business has tripled in the last 5 years.
Stacey appeared on "Next Food Network Star", finishing in fourth place.
Cap’n and the Cowboy is closed.
They closed in August 2012 after Nick was offered a job opportunity.
They also had problems with their landlord.
They were very successful following the episode and business had improved.
The Mad Cactus is closed.
They closed in July 2013, two years after filming.
Sales had declined and a number of new restaurants were due to open.
Business was up 20% and customers loved the new decor but reviews were negative about the food.
They reverted to their old menu and buffet service.
McShane's is closed.
They closed in May 2013, two years after filming.
Cindy planned to open a food truck after the closure.
Although sales were good and business had improved they didn't want to be tied to one location.
Coffee's Boilin' Pot is closed.
They closed in July 2012, a year after filming.
Reviews were mixed prior to the closure.
St James Soup Kitchen is open.
They are serving the local community.
Wild Cat Cafe is open.
They serve lunch three times a week and they have a special dinner once a month.
Sullivan's Grill is closed.
They closed in January 2012.
Ginny decided to sell the business despite business improving.
Hoffman's Bistro and Patisserie is closed.
They closed in January 2018 as they lost their lease.
Prior to closure they added new items to the menu and changed some of the decor.
Reviews were mixed after the episode was filmed.
Restaurant Impossible Season 3
Aired: February to June 2012 Moss' Prime Rib & Spaghetti House is closed.
They closed in April 2013.
The restaurant closed despite the changes made during the show being popular with the customers.
The Chatterbox Windham is closed.
Chatterbox closed in January 2013.
They closed after a truck drove into the restaurant.
Reviews were mixed and Lynn claimed the changes were only cosmetic and she struggled with management skills.
Anna Maria's Restaurant is closed.
Anna Maria's closed in September 2013.
It closed after owner Jack passed away, prior to closure they had reverted to their old ways and reviews were mostly negative.
Del's Restaurant is closed.
Del's closed in April 2015.
They closed after deciding it was a good time to sell.
Reviews were mixed and it appears that they kept Roberts changes.
Woody's Tupelo Steakhouse is open.
Reviews are mostly excellent with positive comments on both food and service.
Valley View is closed.
Valley View closed on 8th March 2012, 4 days before the episode aired.
They closed as Ann was not willing to invest any more money into it.
Pelican Grill is open with new owners.
After the show, business was up 40%.
They had extended their opening hours.
Reviews are mixed.
Mama Lee's Soul Food Restaurant is closed.
Mama Lee's closed in July 2013.
They closed after they failed a health inspection with 42 de-merits/violations including multiple vermin!
Pappas Restaurant is closed.
Pappas closed in March 2013.
They closed after a short term 50% boost in sales the customers dwindled.
Ristorante Barolo is closed.
The restaurant was sold and closed in May 2013.
They closed after Cristina suffered from a stroke.
The reviews were mostly negative after the show and the hotel remains open.
University Grill is closed.
It was sold and closed in June 2013.
They closed so the owners could spend more time with their family.
Reviews were mixed prior to the closure.
Pollard's Bar-B-Que is open.
Business improved 20% and reviews are excellent.
They have revised their signature Barbecue Sauce to make it more unique.
Horton's Kids is open.
They are offering more cooking classes and growing fresh veg in the garden.
They have started a gardening club.
Restaurant Impossible Season 4
Aired: July to October 2012
Longbranch Steak and Seafood is closed.
Longbrach closed in August 2012.
Prior to closure they had reverted to their old menu and were focusing on their old customers.
The Main Dish is closed.
Main Dish closed in February 2013.
They closed after they received an offer to sell the business.
Reviews were average after Robert visited.
Zandi's Grill is closed.
Zandi'a closed in February 2014.
Reviews were mixed prior to closure and they reported that business was up 39%.
Italian Village is closed.
They closed in July 2014 due to the economy.
The restaurant was sold a week after closure.
Reviews were mixed and sales were up 18% after the show.
Stella's Italian Restaurant is closed.
Stella's closed in August 2014.
Reviews prior to closure were mostly positive.
Gusanoz Mexican Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
Frankie's is open with new owners.
Reviews after the show were mixed and business was up 39%.
Paliani's Restaurant is closed.
Paliani's closed in December 2012.
It closed after the surge of new customers following the show stopped.
The new changes weren't liked by the regulars.
Michele's is closed.
Michele's closed in November 2013.
They kept the decor but returned some popular dishes to the menu.
Maple Tree Cafe is closed.
They closed in October 2013.
Reviews after the show were either very positive or very negative.
Whistle Stop is closed.
Whistle Stop closed in February 2013.
They closed after Linda had enough of the long hours, complaints and staff issues.
Oleander Bar and Grill is closed.
They closed in November 2013.
Reviews after the show were average or negative.
Restaurant Impossible Season 5
Aired: November 2012 to March 2013
Poco's on the Boulevard is closed.
Poco's closed in August 2015.
They closed after moving to a smaller premises.
Reviews are mostly very positive after filming.
Rohrer's Tavern is closed.
They closed in April 2014.
It closed due to personal circumstances and a decrease in sales.
Reviews were average after the filming on the show.
Bronk's Bar and Grill is closed.
Bronk's closed in November 2013.
They closed due to "unfavorable circumstances" and reviews after filming were mixed
Rising Sun Bistro is closed.
Rising Sun closed and was sold in April 2014.
Reviews prior to the closure were mixed.
Whiskey Creek Steakhouse is closed.
Whiskey Creek closed in August 2016.
Pat and Karan retired in 2013 and the employees took over the restaurant.
Reviews were average prior to closure.
Windseeker Restaurant is closed.
Windseeker closed in April 2015.
They closed after being listed for sale in November 2013.
Reviews prior to closure were average.
Sapori D'Italia is open.
The menu is a mix of old dishes and Robert's new dishes.
Reviews are mostly positive.
Nanny Goats Cafe and Feed Bin is closed.
Nanny Goats Cafe closed in November 2013.
Their Longview location remains open.
Reviews prior to closure were mostly positive.
Dinner Bell is closed.
Dinner Bell closed in April 2013.
They closed due to the struggling local economy and rising food costs.
Before they closed, reviews were very mixed.
Maniaci's Italian Bistro is closed.
Maniaci's closed in April 2014 due to rising food costs.
Reviews after the show were very mixed, people either loved or hated the food.
Caseyville Cafe is closed.
They closed in January 2014.
They had reverted to their old menu and improved the service.
Soup to Nuts Diner is closed.
Soup to Nuts closed in May 2013.
They closed due to the poor reputation they had for food hygiene.
They also struggled with high taxes and were unable to keep up with the mortgage payments
Sweet Tea's Restaurant & Catering is closed.
Sweet Tea's closed in August 2014.
They closed despite many positive reviews after the show.
Restaurant Impossible Season 6
Aired: April to August 2013
Joe Willy's Seafood House is open.
Reviews are mostly positive after appearing on the show.
Robert returned to the restaurant in 2016.
They reported that business has doubled and remained steady since.
Old World Italian Restaurant is closed.
Old World closed in September 2013.
They closed after the summer trade had lower customer numbers.
They could not afford to stay open due to high costs and low takings.
Smitty's Italian Restaurant is closed.
Smitty's closed in July 2014.
They closed as their lease was up and the rent was due to be increased.
The owners were unable to afford the 25% increase.
They had also had a number of poor health inspections after Restaurant Impossible.
Mom & Dad's Italian Restaurant is open.
Reviews are good and they have expanded their opening hours.
Wagon Wheel Family Restaurant is closed.
They closed in September 2014.
Wagon Wheel closed due to owner Patty's declining health.
They later sold everything from the restaurant impossible makeover.
Bryan's Smokehouse is closed.
Bryan's closed in January 2015.
The restaurant was sold in February 2014.
Lynn wished to get out of the restaurant business.
Yelp reviews are filming are mostly average or negative.
Trip Advisor reviews were more positive.
Pinehurst's Country Lodge is closed.
Pinehurst's closed in October 2015.
They closed due to taxes, government regulations and the local economy.
When route 739 closed this also had a huge impact on trade.
Reviews had improved after Robert visited.
Pier West Restaurant is closed.
Pier West closed in January 2014.
They closed permanently after closing for the winter season and not reopening.
Reviews after Restaurant Impossible are either very negative or very positive.
Angelo's Family Restaurant is closed.
Angelo's closed in December 2013 after being sold.
The changes made on the show made them fall out of love with the restaurant.
They felt it wasn't theirs anymore and the changes weren't popular with regulars.
Kalico Kitchen is closed.
Kalico Kitchen closed in December 2013 after the bank foreclosed.
They also had large utility debts and had continuous health violation which forced them to close.
Reviews after Restaurant Impossible are mostly terrible.
Edibles Restaurant & Pub / Hurley's Bar and Grill is closed.
Hurley's closed in December 2014 after the property was purchased for development.
Reviews are average after the show.
Benner Street Restaurant is closed.
Benner Street closed in September 2014.
They closed as owners Thom and Dorothy retired.
Reviews were mostly positive after the show.
Aponte's Pizzeria is closed.
Aponte's closed in November 2018.
Reviews were mostly positive prior to the closure.
Business was up 65% after the show but slowed in the months after the show aired.
Tony opened a new pizza place Tony's Pizzeria in February 2019 and reviews are excellent.
Restaurant Impossible Season 7
Aired: October 2013 to February 2014
Mama Campisi's aka Mama's on the Hill is open.
Reviews are excellent.
They have reverted back to their old menu.
The owners have since opened a second restaurant.
Ducky's Family Restaurant is closed.
Ducky's closed in December 2013 due to unpaid taxes.
Reviews after Restaurant Impossible were mostly positive but certain menu items received poor reviews.
Windsor 75 is closed.
They closed in August 2015 after the building was sold.
Reviews after Restaurant Impossible were either very positive or very negative.
Coach Lamp Restaurant & Pub is closed.
They relaunched as Brooke Billy's in 2015 following a revamp of the decor and menu.
Brooke Billy's closed in 2021.
Georgia Boy Cafe is closed.
Georgia Boy Cafe closed in August 2014.
They planned to open in a new location but it appears this didn't happen.
Reviews were mostly poor on Yelp.
They were mostly positive on Trip Advisor after Restaurant Impossible.
SEVEN is closed.
SEVEN closed in September 2014.
The restaurant had been put up for sale in November 2013.
Reviews were better after they appeared on Restaurant Impossible.
Mike LaSusa's Italian Restaurant is closed.
Mike LaSusa's closed in November 2015.
After Restaurant Impossible most diners preferred the new menu and new decor.
Some however did not like the changes.
LBI Pancake House is open.
The restaurant was sold to new owners in June 2018.
Goombazz Big City Eatzz is closed.
They closed in February 2014
The delay in airing the show led to them running up further debts.
Reviews after the show appear to suggest the new menu was unpopular with regulars.
Heather's Country Kitchen is closed.
Heather's closed in August 2017.
Reviews were mixed after Restaurant Impossible.
Spunky Monkey Bar & Grill is open.
Reviews are mostly average with dining customers reporting that it is hit and miss on both food quality and food service.
Reviews of the bar side of the business are mostly very positive.
Most customers loved the new decor but the restaurant has since been remodelled again.
Hillbillies Restaurant is closed.
They closed in 2022 after selling to new owners in 2021.
Reviews are mostly positive with complaints on poor service and some poorly cooked items.
Customers preferred the new decor and the menu was a mix of old and new dishes.
She was able to start paying back her debts and had stopped borrowing money.
Estrada's Restaurant is closed.
Estrada's closed in February 2019.
The restaurant closed as the owners decided it was time to retire.
Reviews before they closed were mixed.
Reviews were either 1 star or 5 star on Yelp but were consistently positive on Trip Advisor.
Sales had increased 30% after the show and they were able to repay their debts.
Restaurant Impossible Season 8
Aired: March to June 2014
Mill Creek BBQ is open.
The restaurant have new owners and reviews are mostly positive.
There are some negative reviews on service and certain food items.
Tootie's Texas BBQ is closed.
Tootie's closed in May 2015.
Owner Eileen sadly passed away in April 2014.
The restaurant was sold to new owners.
After the new owners took over the hours were erratic and there were food quality issues.
Pasion Latin Fusion is closed.
Pasion Latin Fusion closed in May 2017.
They closed as owner Elvis wanted to spend more time with his family.
After appearing on the show, a truck crashed into the restaurant causing significant damage.
Reviews were mostly positive after the show and sales had improved by 30-40%.
Mama Della's NY Pizzeria is closed.
Mama Della's closed in February 2015.
They failed to reopen after closing over the winter.
The owner Barry was hoping he could reopen with investors but he couldn't get the support.
Reviews were mostly positive but some negative reviews comment on Barry's behaviour.
Gratifi Kitchen and Bar is closed.
Gratifi closed in July 2016.
Yelp reviews were mostly negative, whereas the reviews on Trip Advisor were more positive.
Urban Roots is closed.
Urban Roots closed in June 2015.
They had tried to raise the funds for the restaurant to remain open.
Their rent had been increased after new owners bought the building.
Reviews after the show were positive.
Bryant's Seafood World is closed.
The restaurant closed in March 2016.
Reviews were mostly negative, with complaints on food quality and service.
There were one or two positive reviews.
Bumbinos Italian Ristorante is closed.
Bumbinos closed in August 2014.
They blamed their appearance on the show for the closure.
They also blamed their own health problems and the economy.
Reviews had improved after the show was filmed.
Cave Inn BBQ is closed.
Cave Inn closed in October 2014.
It closed suddenly, with just a days notice.
Reviews were very mixed after Restaurant Impossible.
Big Jim's Bama Q is closed.
Big Jim's closed in 2016.
Reviews are few due to the rural location of the restaurant.
Grace's Place Bagels and Deli is closed.
Grace's Place closed in December 2014
They closed after theft by employees.
A rodent infestation led to multiple temporary closures and a poor reputation.
They reverted to the previous menu and reviews were mixed after the show.
Portu-Greek Cafe is closed.
They closed in October 2017.
New owners had taken over the restaurant in July 2017.
The new owners were due to keep the lease for at least a year.
However, a few months later they decided to take over another restaurant.
Reviews were a mix of negative and positive after the episode.
Restaurant Impossible Season 9
Aired: July to November 2014
Fork Diner is closed.
Fork Diner closed in October 2014.
They closed after a fundraising appeal failed to keep the restaurant open.
It had changed ownership shortly before the show had aired.
Reviews after the show were mostly poor on Trip Advisor.
Marie's at Ummat Cafe is closed.
Marie's closed in 2019.
Reviews were mostly positive initially after the episode.
There was a change in management in Autumn 2017 and the reviews became more negative.
Paul's Bar & Bowling is closed.
Paul's closed in September 2020.
They closed after Paul decided to retire.
Robert revisited in January 2018, business was up 40% and the decor and menu remained the same.
Pomona Golf and Country Club is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
Country Cow Restaurant and Bar is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
The partnership between Kerry and Jennifer broke down.
Jennifer is now sole owner of the business.
The restaurant was renamed to The Covered Bridge Farm Table in May 2015.
Reviews remain mostly positive.
Uncle Andy's Diner is closed.
Andy's closed in May 2020.
Reviews were intially positive after the show.
They declined in late 2019, with complaints of a dirty restaurant and poor service.
Business quadrupled shortly after the show aired.
It had slowed to a double increase in business.
El Bistro is closed.
It was renamed to Renae’s Corner.
They closed in January 2015.
The restaurant was listed for sale before the show had aired.
Reviews were poor after the show aired.
Spicy Bar and Grill is closed.
Spicy Bar and Grill closed in November 2014.
It closed after being sold to new owners.
Green Beret Club is closed.
They closed in March 2022.
It was renamed to the Smoke Bomb Grille.
Reviews are mixed after the show, some of the veteran customers didn't like the changes.
They weren't happy about the removal of artefacts and photographs.
Mamma Lucrezia's Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
Business doubled after appearing on the show.
Padre Rita Grill is open.
Reviews are mixed, with criticism on service and hit and miss dishes.
After the show, they returned some of the old menu items at the request of customers.
Abudanza Ristorante is closed.
Abudanza closed in May 2015, their express location remains open.
LJ sadly passed away in early 2016.
Papa C's Eastside Cafe is closed.
Papa C's closed in December 2016.
They closed after the owners began suffering from health issues.
Business was up 20% and they had reverted to their old menu.
Restaurant Impossible Season 10
Aired: November 2014 to February 2015
Mama E's Wings & Waffles is open.
They have closed their second location.
Reviews after Restaurant Impossible are mostly positive.
Double H Ranch is open.
They continue to welcome children with serious illness and their families.
Please consider making a donation here.
Knife and Fork Gastropub is closed.
The restaurant closed in September 2015.
The restaurant was closed by the landlord, it seems the owners abandoned it?
Reviews had declined before they suddenly closed.
Shade Tree Customs and Cafe is closed.
Shade Tree Customs closed in November 2015.
They closed after a crowdfunding campaign to raise $30,000 due to owed taxes and declining customers.
Reviews were mostly positive after the show.
Mystic Treats is closed.
They closed in December 2014.
It closed after a dispute with their landlord after a rent increase.
The restaurant was listed up for lease shortly after the closure (and for a much higher price).
Reviews after the show were either excellent or terrible.
Zoog's Caveman Cookin is closed.
Zoog's closed in March 2015 after losing their lease.
They planned to reopen the food truck but this does not appear to have happened.
Bret appears to play professional poker.
Reviews after the show were mixed.
Dog and Pony Ale House is closed.
They closed in January 2019.
The restaurant had been sold to new owners and rebranded as The Hop Garden.
Sales were initially up 45% after the episode and reviews were mixed.
Be'ne Pizza & Pasta is closed.
The restaurant closed in July 2015 after they decided to sell.
Reviews were more negative after the show.
Restaurant Impossible Season 11
Aired: March to May 2015
WhaBah Steakhouse is closed.
They closed in May 2015 after closing for a remodel and never reopened.
Reviews after the show were very mixed.
Valentino's is closed.
Valentino's closed in October 2015.
Reviews were mostly positive after the show and business had increased by 30%.
Business had increased by 20% after the show.
Cocoamoda is closed.
Reviews were mostly very positive after the show.
The restaurant closed in 2016 after Ken fell from a ladder.
Ken has some health issues as a result of his fall.
The chocolate boutique has moved location but remains open.
Zest Bistro is closed.
Zest Bistro closed in January 2016.
They had plans to reopen after renovations.
This was to add more space to the restaurant part of the business.
It appears that decided to shut instead of reopen.
Lyon's Pharmacy of Elkton is closed.
Lyon's closed in October 2017 due to financial pressures.
They were losing money on 2/5 prescriptions.
Gigi's Music Cafe is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
Business has improved by 20% since appearing on Restaurant Impossible.
Tornatore's Pizzeria is open.
Reviews are very positive after they appeared on Restaurant Impossible.
The JuJu Bag Cafe is closed.
The restaurant closed in 2017.
Reviews were mostly positive after they appeared on Restaurant Impossible.
Restaurant Impossible Season 12
Aired: October to December 2015
Theresa's Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mostly positive since they appeared on Restaurant Impossible with some complaints of bland food items.
Lake Arrowhead Sports Grille is open.
The restaurant has new owners.
It was sold in March 2018 due to problems with the building and the owners health declined.
Reviews are mostly positive after the episode was filmed.
Copper Still Restaurant is closed.
Copper Still closed in September 2017, not at the location featured in the episode.
In July 2016, they had moved to a new location.
Reviews were mostly positive after Restaurant Impossible.
Ellendale's Restaurant is closed.
The restaurant closed in July 2018.
They closed as Julie wished to focus on her deli business.
Reviews are mixed after the episode was filmed.
Stella's Restaurant is closed.
Stella's closed in 2017.
Stacy stopped operating in the building.
She owns the premises and has rented the restaurant space out to Call for Catering.
Reviews were mostly positive after the filming of the episode.
Cape Horn Family Restaurant is closed.
Cape Horn closed in July 2016.
They closed after Joni was diagnosed with cancer.
In June 2017, Joni sadly passed away.
City Kids Wilderness Project is open.
Please consider making a donation here.
La Casa Bianca is closed.
They closed in March 2016.
The owners were looking for a new location but have yet to reopen.
Reviews after filming were mostly very positive.
Restaurant Impossible Season 13
Aired: March to May 2016
Starlite Restaurant Pizza is closed.
They closed in December 2020.
Reviews were mixed after they appeared on Restaurant Impossible.
De Rican Chef is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the food.
Robert revisited the restaurant in 2020.
They had updated the menu and have opened another location.
BFE Bar and Grill is open.
The restaurant was renamed to Pointers Grill.
Reviews declined in 2020 before becoming more mixed.
Management have made some rather rude responses to reviews and have told diners not to come back.
Peppino's Ristorante Italiano is closed.
Peppino's closed in January 2020.
Business had slowed and the building is due to be demolished.
The reviews were positive after Restaurant Impossible.
SiP Bistro is closed.
SiP Bistro closed in October 2017.
They had temporarily closed for a renovation and had never reopened.
Owner Sarah blamed the closure on the losses from a Groupon promotion.
So Natural Organic Restaurant is closed.
The restaurant closed in 2019.
They have closed the restaurant and only provide a catering service as well as a food market.
Restaurant reviews were mostly very positive after the show aired.
Cray Eatery and Drinkery is closed.
Cray Eatery and Drinkery / Factory on 4th closed in August 2016.
The business was sold after they had struggled to pay the rent for the space.
Reviews were mixed, they were mostly average to poor with limited positive reviews.
Broadstreet Bistro is open.
Reviews after the show are mostly positive.
There have been a few complaints on a long wait for food.
Restaurant Impossible Season 14
Aired: April to May 2019
Rosie's Cafe is closed.
Rosie's closed in June 2020.
They closed due to the pandemic and being unable to financially recover from shutdowns.
They had mostly positive reviews.
They had kept most of Roberts changes and reintroduced some of their old menu items.
Filomena's Italian Kitchen and Market is open.
They mostly have positive reviews and some negative reviews.
Those complain of underwhelming and overpriced food and issues with customer service.
They had good reviews prior to the show.
Incredible Cafe is open.
The reviews are mostly positive.
There are some negative reviews.
They complain about the lack of atmosphere on some visits and being overcharged from menu prices.
Copper Steer Steakhouse is open.
Reviews are mixed.
The positive comments are on food quality and negative comments are on service.
The restaurant was up for sale but was removed from sale shortly after the episode aired.
Restaurant Impossible Season 15
Aired: July to September 2019
Josephine's Cooking is open.
They have mixed reviews.
There are complaints about service and prices and praise for the quality of the food.
They opened a second location two months after filming.
McLanks Family Restaurant is closed.
McLanks closed in June 2021 to focus on the family.
Yelp reviews are mostly negative with complaints on the food quality.
Trip Advisor and Google reviews are mostly positive.
Chez Olga is open.
They have very positive reviews.
Reviews prior to Robert's visit are also very positive.
They changed their opening hours and changed to reservations of 4+ only at weekends, annoying some locals.
Audia's Family Restaurant is closed.
They closed in January 2020.
Audia's closed after the landlord sold their building.
Reviews were mostly positive with praise for the food quality.
Rosie's Diner is open.
The reviews are mostly positive.
Some reviews complain of a long wait for service and poor quality food.
Others compliment the improved cleanliness and renovation of the dining room.
Al's Seafood is closed.
This may be temporary as they suffered a fire in 2020.
They had plans to reopen in April 2022 and were operating out of a temporary space, which has since closed.
Reviews were mixed with many negative comments on food quality.
Many customers aren't happy with the reduced menu on offer.
Besse's on Clear Lake is open.
Reviews are mostly positive, there are some complaints on service and menu items.
They created a new menu with a combination of the original menu and Roberts dishes .
The building was listed for sale for $325,000.
Madison Street Retro Diner is closed.
They closed in May 2020 after being seized by the state.
It was renamed to Retro Diner prior to closure.
The reviews were mixed with some complaints on raw food and poor service.
Restaurant Impossible Season 16
Aired: December 2019 to March 2020
Southern Grille of Ellendale is open.
Sales were up 40% after the show.
They didn't keep the new menu and reviews are mostly positive.
The few complaints are about Aaron, the owners brother and about poor service.
Rossini's Cucina Italiana is closed.
They closed in early 2022 and reviews were mixed.
They slowly added old menus items back to the restaurant at the requesst of customers.
Edgar's Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
There are complaints of the menu being changed and some issues with service.
Perella's Ristorante is open.
Reviews are mostly positive after Restaurant Impossible filmed at the restaurant.
Foxfire Grill is closed.
They closed in October 2023 due to being unable to renew their lease.
Reviews were mostly positive.
There are complaints of overcooked, dry and bland food and poor service.
Carmine's Chianti Cow is open.
Reviews after the episode was filmed are mostly positive.
Garrett's Mill Brewing Company is open.
Reviews are very mixed after the show.
There are comments that the owner has not changed and that the service and management is poor.
Customers have responded with good and bad comments about the food quality.
Drake's Place is open.
Reviews are very positive after the show.
There have been some complaints about wait times and service.
The Balcony is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
There are a few complaints of slow service and cold menu items.
Blue Orleans is open.
Reviews are very positive after the episode with minor complaints on a slow service.
Lil G's Kajun Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mixed with praise for the food.
There are some complaints on menu items not being available and poor service.
Taverna Trela is open.
Reviews are very mixed with compliments and criticisms of the new food.
There are many complaints of slow and poor service received from servers and the owner.
Loyd Have Mercy is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with some diners wanting the return of the old menu.
Most customers are loving the new menu and new decor.
Restaurant Impossible Season 17
Aired: May 2020 to September 2020
Habanera and the Guero is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
There are positive comments for both drinks and food.
Some customers have complained about long waits for drinks and food.
T. Phillip's Alehouse and Grill is closed.
The restaurant closed in March 2022.
The building was briefly listed for lease but the listing was quickly removed.
rom reviews, customers had noticed the improvement in both the food and service.
Ginger Monkey is open.
Reviews are mostly positive, there are compliments for the service and they say the food has improved.
There are some complaints that the food and service is inconsistent.
Restaurant Impossible Season 18
Aired: January to April 2021
Don Luis is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with positive comments on the service and food.
Customers didn't like the small menu so some customer favourites were returned.
Boutte's Bayou Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the food, the negative comments complain about issues with service.
Dunbar's Creole Cuisine is closed.
The restaurant closed in November 2022.
They closed due to Hurricane Ida and they struggled during the pandemic shutdowns.
Reviews were positive with customers praising the food and atmosphere.
Cafe No Fur is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the food.
In 2022 they closed the dining room and changed to takeaway only.
The Emporium is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for both the food, atmosphere and service.
Cosentino's Ristorante is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with compliments to the food and service.
There are a few more negative reviews on service or off dishes.
Millonzis is open.
Reviews are positive after the episode.
There are compliments for the friendly service, food and cosy atmosphere.
Casa Di Francesca's is open.
After the show, reviews are positive.
There were positive reviews for the service and food.
Park Vue Soul Food Bar and Restaurant is open.
Reviews are very mixed.
The food is praised in reviews.
The complaints are that service and wait times decline when the restaurant is busy.
Polaris Street Cafe is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the food quality, low priced and fast service.
Burnt Offerings is open.
Reviews are very positive.
Customers compliment the customer service, great food and cosy atmosphere.
Restaurant Impossible Season 19
Aired: May to August 2021
The Anchor is closed.
They closed in November 2021.
Reviews were very mixed after the show with both praise and complaints on the food and drinks.
Mr. B's Southern Kitchen is open.
Sales were up 150% after the show.
Reviews are excellent with the chicken and waffles being a big hit with customers.
Z Fish House is closed.
They closed in January 2022.
They didn't have enough money to renew their lease, buy the building or move location.
Turnpike's Rest Stop is open.
Business has improved and Jodi has praised the show.
Reviews are excellent with compliments to the food and portion sizes.
Deraney's Two City Tavern is closed.
They closed in 2023.
Reviews are mostly positive after the show with customers loving the atmosphere and food.
J's Restaurant is open.
They kept their menu and added some of Roberts dishes.
Reviews are very positive about the food and the staff.
Big Tom's Backyard Grill and Bar is open.
They mixed Roberts menu with their old menu.
Reviews are positive especially about the service, food and atmosphere.
Grille No. 13 is closed.
They closed the restaurant in August 2023 and reopened a carryout place in February 2024.
Reviews were mostly positive with some complaints on service and food.
Soul Food in the Park is open.
Reviews are very positive.
They vary their opening hours so there have been some complaints about it being closed.
Ship Inn is closed.
They closed in July 2022.
The building was listed for sale in February 2022.
Reviews were mixed after the episode was filmed.
On The Bayou is closed.
They closed in December 2022 to focus on the catering side of the business.
Reviews are mostly positive with some complaints being blamed on a lack of staff.
A Pizza Melody is open.
Reviews after the show are very positive.
Customers praise the karaoke and food especially the pizza, wings and garlic knots.
Mexican Village is closed.
They closed in March 2022.
Reviews were mixed and declined prior to their closure.
Gaston's Bistro is open.
Reviews are very positive with praise for the food and reasonable prices.
Restaurant Impossible Season 20
Aired: August 2021 to April 2022
From Across the Pond is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the fish and chips and gluten free options.
Fun Time Cafe is open.
It has been renamed/rebranded as CWs.
Reviews are mostly positive since the episode was filmed.
Momma Pearl's Cajun Kitchen is closed.
They closed in June 2024.
They posted a now deleted post appearing to blame Biden before taking full reponsibility for the closure.
Reviews were mostly positive with compliments on the food and service.
Jalisco Cafe is open.
Reviews are postive, they were more mixed shortly after the show.
The reviews were mixed on the service and the food.
Casa Real is open.
The reviews are mostly positive and the criticisms seem to be on service.
The Breakfast Place is closed.
They closed in June 2022 to reopen as Añejo Cantina & Kitchen with a remodel and menu change.
Reviews were mostly positive.
Kaiserhof Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with some complaints about the service being slow.
Deno's I-76 is closed.
They closed in May 2022.
Reviews were mixed with some complaining of struggling to find the place open when it should be.
Rest Haven is open.
Reviews are very positive especially on the food, service and atmosphere.
Mizz Juju's is open.
Reviews are mostly positive, the food seems to be highly regarded.
Diners are struggling to find it open as the opening times online appear incorrect.
Dreadlife Kitchen is open.
Reviews are excellent with the food getting rave reviews.
7th Restaurant and Lounge is open.
Reviews are mixed with some customers complaining about the long wait and service.
Restaurant Impossible Season 21
Aired: April to July 2022
Smith's Soul Food Bistro is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the food but some complaints on pricing.
Moondoggy's Pizza is open.
The reviews are mixed with both positive and negative comments on service and the food.
Forks and Flavors is open.
Reviews are very mixed.
Most of the complaints seem to be on their $30 brunch offer.
Giovanni's Italian Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the food.
Sweet Potato Cafe is open.
Reviews are very positive with praise for the food and service.
Grumpy's Diner is open.
Reviews are very positive with compliments on the atmosphere as well as the food and service.
Amistad Grill is open.
Reviews are excellent with praise for the food, service and staff.
333 Restaurant is open.
Reviews are mixed after the episode was filmed.
Eddie's is open.
Reviews are mixed with complaints on the price and portion sizes.
Texas Cowboy BBQ is closed.
They closed in early 2023. Reviews were mixed.
Steak-N-Stuff is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with the prime rib getting high praise.
Vinny's Little Italy aka Vinny's Pizzeria is open.
Reviews are positive and customers praise the size of the portions.
Greg's BBQ is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with a few customers having cold or underseasoned dishes.
Restaurant Impossible Season 22
Aired: December 2022 to April 2023
Ranch House Cafe is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with some minor complaints.
Amigo Cafe is open.
Reviews are mostly positive, with a few complaints about the food or service.
Island Kine Grinds / Aloha Island Grille is open.
There are new owners as of late 2022.
Reviews are mostly positive.
Pimanyoli's Sidewalk Cafe and Catering is closed.
They closed in January 2023.
Boil and Roux is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with some negative reviews on the food and service.
Big Dawg's is open.
Reviews are very positive, with plenty of praise for their hotdogs.
Walters Gas & Grill is open.
There aren't many reviews but the few are very positive.
Franco Di Roma is open.
Reviews are mostly positive.
GiGi's Place is open.
Reviews after the show are mostly positive.
Runway Cafe is open.
Lem is now the full owner after Mike left the business.
Reviews are very positive.
Sunnyside Cafe is open.
Reviews are mostly positive, with some negative comments on the food.
Leah's Korner Kafe is open.
The reviews are positive on the food and service.
Franco Di Roma is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with praise for the food and service.
The Balanced Chef is closed.
They closed in March 2024.
Reviews were excellent, there are very few negative comments.
White Mountain Tavern is closed.
The restaurant closed in March 2024.
They decided to close due to the strain on their relationship and the pressure of the industry.
Reviews were mostly positive.
Dutch Treat is open.
Reviews are mostly positive with some complaints about the food.
Thought Robert Irvine was BETTER than Gordon Ramsay!!! Guess NOT!!!
ReplyDeletelate but who cares. most of the people cannot really be helped anymore. The real way to help it would be them asking bankruptcy, and then rebuild from scratch with help.
Deletehe can only help but if there is n discipline after he leaves then for sure it s going to go back to failing. Restaurant is not a no effort business .
ReplyDeleteExactly. A lot of restaurant (or other food-based businesses) get into it because they have money, not that they have any experience with food or running a business. I have worked in so many places where the owner has no business working in the industry. People will behave differently on film (or even in front of customers) but can be real a-holes in every day life. Some are also delusional. I once told an owner she shouldn't unwrap all the butter when the orders come in for sanitary reasons. She said that's how they've always done it. Then I said I had found mold on the butter since they're touching it with their bare hands. She called me a liar so I quit. I've only worked in one restaurant or bakery where the manager knew what they were doing and they sometimes completely ignored the owner's instructions because they were stupid.
DeleteWhen is this show on again ??
ReplyDeleteIt has been cancelled but you can sometimes catch reruns and most episodes are available online.
Deletei really miss this show.
ReplyDeleteI just don't see how you can turn around a restaurant in 2 days when it takes years of dysfunction to approach fail - and as for marriage councelling, what the....
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