Kitchen Nightmares USA Season 3 Episode 7 La Frite

In Kitchen Nightmares USA season 3 episode 7, the featured restaurant is La Frite, a French restaurant located in Sherman Oaks, California. The owner, Andy, is a former lawyer with no culinary experience, and the head chef, David, also has no formal training.

Chef Ramsay is immediately disgusted by the state of the restaurant, noting that there are dead flowers on the tables and the decor is old and outdated. The kitchen is also a mess, with moldy food and old, greasy equipment.

When Chef Ramsay tries the food, he is equally unimpressed. The escargot is overcooked and rubbery, the French onion soup is too salty, and the beef bourguignon is dry and flavorless.

During his investigation, Chef Ramsay learns that Andy has been ignoring David's requests for new equipment and ingredients, and instead insisting that they use old, expired food to save money. Andy also refuses to hire more staff, causing David and the remaining employees to become overworked and stressed.

In an attempt to turn things around, Chef Ramsay convinces Andy to invest in new equipment and ingredients, and to allow David to create a new, simplified menu. Ramsay also tries to motivate and inspire the staff, even bringing them to a farmer's market to pick out fresh ingredients.

Despite these efforts, things don't go smoothly. Andy continues to resist change and becomes defensive when Chef Ramsay tries to offer constructive criticism. There are also tensions between David and Andy, as David feels that Andy is not giving him the resources or support he needs to succeed.

As the restaurant's relaunch date approaches, Chef Ramsay becomes increasingly frustrated and worried about the state of La Frite. However, he perseveres and works with the staff to prepare for the big night.

On the night of the relaunch, La Frite is packed with customers eager to see the changes. While there are a few hiccups along the way, the restaurant ultimately receives positive reviews and feedback from customers.

In the end, Chef Ramsay is pleased with the progress that Andy and David have made, but also recognizes that there is still work to be done. He encourages them to continue to work hard and improve the restaurant, and leaves them with his trademark advice: "Keep it simple, keep it fresh."