Ep 14. Prohibition Grille

In the sixteenth episode of the sixth season of Kitchen Nightmares, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay visits Prohibition Grille, a family-owned restaurant located in a historic building in Everett, Washington. The restaurant specializes in American cuisine with a prohibition-era twist, but has been struggling due to inconsistent food quality, unorganized kitchen operations, and a lack of leadership.

Upon arrival, Ramsay is immediately taken aback by the dated decor, cluttered kitchen, and lack of cleanliness. He quickly observes that the staff doesn't seem to work together effectively, with tension between the owners and some kitchen staff. Ramsay meets with the owners and staff to discuss their concerns and vision for the restaurant, but he faces resistance and defensiveness from some of the staff.

After tasting the food, Ramsay is disappointed by the lack of flavor and quality. He calls the staff together to hold a tasting and explain how the food needs to be elevated, resulting in tension and arguments. Ramsay also discovers that the restaurant has a severe pest problem, which he immediately orders to be rectified.

Ramsay decides to shut down the restaurant for two days to allow the staff to deep clean the kitchen, throwaway expired and rotten food, and make necessary repairs. He also brings in an expert chef to teach the staff new techniques and recipes, and encourages the owners to lead by example and work together with the staff as a cohesive team. Despite resistance from some staff members, Ramsay's tough love and guidance prove effective, resulting in a successful relaunch of the restaurant with improved food quality and a more positive atmosphere.

Overall, the episode showcases Ramsay's signature no-nonsense approach to turning struggling restaurants around, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, leadership, and attention to detail in the restaurant industry.