Ep 17. Sullivan's

In this episode of Restaurant: Impossible, Chef Robert Irvine visits Sullivan's in Fruita, Colorado. The restaurant is owned by husband and wife team Doug and Karen, who have put all of their savings into the business. However, after just one year, the couple is drowning in debt and the restaurant is on the brink of bankruptcy.

Chef Robert discovers that the menu is overly complicated, with too many dishes and ingredients. The kitchen staff is inexperienced and struggling to keep up during busy times. The dining area is lacking in ambiance and the décor is outdated.

To help turn the restaurant around, Chef Robert begins by simplifying the menu, focusing on classic American dishes that will appeal to a wider audience. He also trains the kitchen staff on basic cooking techniques and streamlines their processes to increase efficiency. To spruce up the dining area, he adds new paint, lighting, and décor elements that give the space a more modern look.

However, not everything goes smoothly during the renovation process. Doug and Karen struggle with some of the changes that Chef Robert is making, and the kitchen staff pushes back against the new procedures. As tensions rise, Chef Robert must work to get everyone on board with his vision for the restaurant.

In the end, the grand reopening is a success, with customers raving about the new menu, improved service, and updated décor. Doug and Karen are thrilled with the changes and are hopeful that the restaurant will finally turn a profit. Chef Robert leaves feeling that he has made a real difference in the lives of the Sullivan's staff and owners.