Robert Irvine

Robert's Rescues, Ambush Style

In the all-new season, Robert surprises owners when he shows up unannounced — and ready to renovate.

Get to Know Robert

Learn 10 little-known facts about Food Network's resident restaurant renovator.

  • Telling Trivia
Coaching the Academy

Joining Season 2 of All-Star Academy, Robert mentors a team of cooks.

  • Sundays at 9|8c
Restaurant: Impossible Top 5 Videos
  • Cue the Waterworks

    Some owners can't help but get teary at the sight of their eateries.

    • Watch the Emotional Reveals
    The Worst of the Dirt

    Robert can hardly contain himself when he finds new levels of filth.

    • You Won't Believe This
    Robert vs. Sledgehammer

    It's no secret that the host has an affinity for mighty hand tools.

    • Best Demolitions
Robert's Extras
  • At the Gym with Robert

    Learn all about his exercise routine and how you can do it too.

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    Robert's Top Recipes

    Browse 24 of Robert's best dishes, like easy French toast.

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    Robert's Dream Honeymoon

    The newlyweds dish on the best moments of their getaway.

    • Robert and Gail's Grecian Eats
Browse Episodes
  • Ambush: Exercise Surprise

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Chef Robert Irvine receives a desperate plea from Ayana, the oldest daughter of Luvina and Jameel, owners of So Natural Organic Restaurant and Market in Harker Heights, Texas. Luvina and Jameel opened the business because they are passionate about healthy food, but with zero restaurant experience, they've quickly fallen into debt and cannot afford to hire staff outside of their own family. After a disastrous lunch service test, Robert finds he must not only teach the owners efficient operating procedures but show them how to turn their okay-tasting healthy food into great food that just happens to be healthy.

  • Ambush: Exercise Surprise

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Chef Robert Irvine receives a desperate plea from Ayana, the oldest daughter of Luvina and Jameel, owners of So Natural Organic Restaurant and Market in Harker Heights, Texas. Luvina and Jameel opened the business because they are passionate about healthy food, but with zero restaurant experience, they've quickly fallen into debt and cannot afford to hire staff outside of their own family. After a disastrous lunch service test, Robert finds he must not only teach the owners efficient operating procedures but show them how to turn their okay-tasting healthy food into great food that just happens to be healthy.

  • In the Pits

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Lynn has owned Bryan's Smokehouse in Lufkin, Texas for 15 years: Business was great at first, but now an oversaturated market and a staff of misfits have put Lynn further and further into debt. Can Chef Robert Irvine overhaul the poor service and lackluster barbecue recipe in two days to save Bryan's Smokehouse?

     

    FN Dish Update: See How Bryan's Smokehouse Is Doing

  • Ambush: Cray, Cray

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Chef Robert Irvine receives a pressing plea from Jamie, best friend of Cray Eatery and Drinkery's owner Crystal in Columbus, Ohio. Crystal opened Cray after being inspired by infused liquors from Cambodia, but her lack of experience and dismissive nature have led to her being unable to pay bills and begging for free labor from friends. Robert soon discovers that the restaurant is also unclean, the food service is slow, and the liquor infusions are nauseating. While the restaurant concept is unique, Robert must find a way to solve all of its other problems and help Crystal put her failures behind her.

  • Ambush: Cray, Cray

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Chef Robert Irvine receives a pressing plea from Jamie, best friend of Cray Eatery and Drinkery's owner Crystal in Columbus, Ohio. Crystal opened Cray after being inspired by infused liquors from Cambodia, but her lack of experience and dismissive nature have led to her being unable to pay bills and begging for free labor from friends. Robert soon discovers that the restaurant is also unclean, the food service is slow, and the liquor infusions are nauseating. While the restaurant concept is unique, Robert must find a way to solve all of its other problems and help Crystal put her failures behind her.

  • Monkey Business

    Restaurant: Impossible

    When Chef Robert Irvine 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. Robert and his team are at a complete loss as to which disaster to address first: the health code violations, the subpar food, the design roadblocks or the lackluster staff.

    FN Dish Update: See How Spunky Monkey Bar and Grill Is Doing

  • Ambush: Third Ambush Is the Charm

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Chef Robert Irvine receives a heart-wrenching plea from Yianni, the son of the owner of Broad Street Bistro in North Versailles, Pa. Owner Tasso has only had the restaurant for a year and a half, but he's struggling to keep it afloat as it is dirty and dark with subpar food and a helpless staff. Tasso's wife, Kathy, is unhappy with all of the time he spends at the restaurant, and Yianni, a trained chef, tried to help out but his father would not listen. After ambushing both Kathy and Tasso, Robert plans a third surprise ambush that will keep everyone guessing.

  • Ambush: Third Ambush Is the Charm

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Chef Robert Irvine receives a heart-wrenching plea from Yianni, the son of the owner of Broad Street Bistro in North Versailles, Pa. Owner Tasso has only had the restaurant for a year and a half, but he's struggling to keep it afloat as it is dirty and dark with subpar food and a helpless staff. Tasso's wife, Kathy, is unhappy with all of the time he spends at the restaurant, and Yianni, a trained chef, tried to help out but his father would not listen. After ambushing both Kathy and Tasso, Robert plans a third surprise ambush that will keep everyone guessing.

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  • Pie in the Sky

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Chef Robert Irvine heads to Mason, Ohio to try to save Aponte's Pizzeria. Owner Tony has worked in restaurants since he was 11 years old and is a Jersey boy through and through -- complete with the attitude and edge. Eight years ago, despite already being in debt, and sacrificing precious time with his three daughters, he bought the pizzeria with the hope that this time he'd make it! With only two days and $10,000, can Robert turn the lackluster Aponte's Pizzeria around and save Tony from financial ruin or will all the lost family time be for nothing?

  • Ambush: Out of Control

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Sarah and Justin only opened SiP Bistro in Holly Springs, N.C. three years ago, but their business is already hurting. Though Sarah has a background in hotel and restaurant management, her husband, Justin, is demeaning to the entire staff and hasn't allowed his wife to take control or make decisions. On top of trying to mend their relationship and negotiate a healthy balance of control, Chef Robert Irvine and his team must also do a full dining room renovation and find a way to make the extremely small kitchen as efficient as possible.

  • Ambush: Out of Control

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Sarah and Justin only opened SiP Bistro in Holly Springs, N.C. three years ago, but their business is already hurting. Though Sarah has a background in hotel and restaurant management, her husband, Justin, is demeaning to the entire staff and hasn't allowed his wife to take control or make decisions. On top of trying to mend their relationship and negotiate a healthy balance of control, Chef Robert Irvine and his team must also do a full dining room renovation and find a way to make the extremely small kitchen as efficient as possible.

About Robert Irvine

Robert is ready for any challenge on his shows, Restaurant Express, Restaurant: Impossible and Dinner: Impossible. More

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Recipes by Robert Irvine
All recipes by Robert Irvine
Most Popular
  • French Toast
  • Cole Slaw
  • Chicken Marsala
  • Red Beans and Rice
  • Potato Leek Soup
Recently On TV
  • Coffee-Rubbed Short Rib with Caramelized Shallot-Blue Cheese Fondue and Crostini
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  • Turkey and Corn Meatballs with Roasted Pepper Sauce
Robert's Shows
  • All-Star Academy

    Restaurant: Impossible

    Wednesdays 10|9c

    Restaurant Express

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