Ep 1. Ambush: Breakfast Break-in

In Restaurant: Impossible season 12 episode 1, titled "Ambush: Breakfast Break-in," host and chef Robert Irvine surprises the owners of a struggling breakfast joint in Costa Mesa, California. The episode begins with Irvine and his team covertly observing the breakfast restaurant, which is experiencing declining profits and lacks a cohesive menu.

Irvine stages a dramatic entrance, complete with a crew of workers and a makeover crew. The owners are initially hesitant to change their ways, but eventually agree to help Irvine turn the business around. As Irvine assesses the restaurant's weaknesses, he realizes that the owners need to streamline their menu and focus on a few standout dishes.

The team's hard work pays off as they revamp the restaurant's interior and create a new, simplified menu that emphasizes fresh ingredients and traditional breakfast favorites. Irvine also helps the owners improve their communication and teamwork skills, which had been lacking before.

Throughout the episode, viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges facing restaurant owners, as well as the creativity and hard work required to turn a business around. With Irvine's guidance and expertise, the owners are able to improve their restaurant and, in turn, their financial outlook.

Overall, "Ambush: Breakfast Break-in" is a thrilling and inspiring look at the world of restaurant ownership, and an excellent start to the new season of Restaurant: Impossible.