Ep 9. Sam's Mediterranean Kabob Room

In episode 9 of Kitchen Nightmares season 6, chef Gordon Ramsay visits Sam's Mediterranean Kabob Room, a family-owned restaurant in Monrovia, California. The owners, Sam and his son Ramsy, are struggling to keep the restaurant alive as it has been running in losses for several years. The restaurant has also garnered poor reviews from customers, with complaints about the quality of food, slow service, and unhygienic kitchen conditions.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, Ramsay is immediately disgusted by the filth and grime in the kitchen. He observes that the kitchen staff is careless while cooking and does not follow proper hygiene standards. Additionally, he notices that the food served does not have any taste, and the menu is unappealing.

Ramsay meets with Sam and Ramsy to discuss the issues faced by the restaurant. Both of them acknowledge that the restaurant needs improvements, and they are willing to follow Ramsay's guidance to make the restaurant successful. Ramsay then observes the lunch service, where he sees dishes being served with undercooked meat, and customers complaining about the waiting time.

After the service, Ramsay sits down with the owners again and lays out a plan of action. He tells them that they need to change the menu and focus on fresh ingredients that reflect traditional Mediterranean cuisine. Ramsay also decides to change the restaurant's interior by removing old furniture and introducing a new color scheme with artwork and fresh flowers.

To ensure that the kitchen is clean and hygienic, Ramsay decides to do a full deep clean and train the kitchen staff on food safety and hygiene. As part of the training, he shows them how to prepare and cook different dishes to enhance the flavor and quality of the food.

At the relaunch of the restaurant, Ramsay is pleased with the changes made. The restaurant looks fantastic, and the new menu attracts customers. Ramsay also checks the kitchen and commends the staff for their cleanliness and hygiene standards while cooking. When the food arrives, the customers rave about the flavors and quality, which is a massive improvement from before.

Sam and Ramsy are thrilled with the transformation of the restaurant and are confident about the future. Ramsay continues to provide feedback and guidance, and at the end of the episode, the restaurant is thriving, and its reputation has improved dramatically.

Overall, Kitchen Nightmares season 6 episode 9 showcases how a failing restaurant can be turned around with proper guidance, dedication, and hard work. Ramsay's expertise and attention to detail help Sam's Mediterranean Kabob Room to become a success once again.