Kitchen Nightmares · S5 · E7
Olde Hitching Post
Chef Ramsay heads to the historical Olde Hitching Post in Hanson, MA, where he faces off with stubborn owner Tom. In 2005, Tom bought the eatery for his oldest daughter, Andrea - yet more than seven years later, he still refuses to let her have any control. Andrea, manager Janice and the rest of the staff are tired of his controlling ways, but Tom makes no apologies for his motto, "my way is the only way." Owning two other prosperous restaurants, Tom cannot seem to figure out what the recipe for success is in this restaurant. Find out if Chef Ramsay can revive this restaurant and put an end to the father-daughter feud .
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Chef Ramsay heads to the historical Olde Hitching Post in Hanson, MA, where he faces off with stubborn owner Tom. In 2005, Tom bought the eatery for his oldest daughter, Andrea - yet more than seven years later, he still refuses to let her have any control. Andrea, manager Janice and the rest of the staff are tired of his controlling ways, but Tom makes no apologies for his motto, "my way is the only way." Owning two other prosperous restaurants, Tom cannot seem to figure out what the recipe for success is in this restaurant. Find out if Chef Ramsay can revive this restaurant and put an end to the father-daughter feud .
Season 5
1La Galleria 33, Part One
44 minOct 26, 2012
Located in the heart of the historic North End of Boston, and run by sister-duo Rita and Lisa, this Italian restaurant has proven to be a financial disaster, spiraling these sisters into a deep state of denial. From their hostile attitudes towards their staff and customers, to the tasteless recipes they serve, Chef Ramsay realizes these owners have lost control. Find out if Ramsay can take on these stubborn sisters.
2La Galleria 33, Part Two
44 minNov 2, 2012
Located in the heart of the historic North End of Boston, and run by sister-duo Rita and Lisa, this Italian restaurant has proven to be a financial disaster, spiraling these sisters into a deep state of denial. From their hostile attitudes towards their staff and customers, to the tasteless recipes they serve, Chef Ramsay realizes these owners have lost control. Find out if Ramsay can take on these stubborn sisters.
3Mama Maria's
44 minNov 9, 2012
Chef Ramsay heads to Mama Maria's in Brooklyn. This Italian restaurant and pizzeria was passed down from mother to son more than 25 years ago, but has proven to be more of a burden than a family gem. The owner is exhausted from trying to make ends meet for his family, which in turn has taken a toll on the staff, food and overall performance of the restaurant. Chef Ramsay is disgusted to find 12 freezers filled with rancid and inedible pre-made meals and he reaches his breaking point when one diner needs an ambulance after eating a defrosted piece of seafood. When Chef Ramsay levels with this owner, he leaves him in tears. Find out if Ramsay's push was enough to wake this owner and save his family and restaurant.
4Ms. Jean's Southern Cuisine
44 minNov 16, 2012
Ramsay heads to Pennsylvania's Ms. Jean's Southern Cuisine.
5Barefoot Bob's
44 minDec 7, 2012
Ramsay goes to Massachusetts to help a married couple improve their restaurant, Barefoot Bob's.
6Revisited No. 1
44 minDec 14, 2012
Chef Ramsay checks on the status of Cafe Hon, Chiarella's, and Leone's to see if they heeded his advice.
7Olde Hitching Post
44 minJan 25, 2013Now viewing
Chef Ramsay heads to the historical Olde Hitching Post in Hanson, MA, where he faces off with stubborn owner Tom. In 2005, Tom bought the eatery for his oldest daughter, Andrea - yet more than seven years later, he still refuses to let her have any control. Andrea, manager Janice and the rest of the staff are tired of his controlling ways, but Tom makes no apologies for his motto, "my way is the only way." Owning two other prosperous restaurants, Tom cannot seem to figure out what the recipe for success is in this restaurant. Find out if Chef Ramsay can revive this restaurant and put an end to the father-daughter feud .
8Levanti's Italian Restaurant
44 minFeb 1, 2013
Ramsay tries to help a bickering brother and sister whose Beaver, Pa., restaurant Levanti's is failing.
9Sam's Mediterranean Kabob Room
44 minFeb 15, 2013
Ramsay travels to Sam's Mediterranean Kabob Room in Monrovia, Calif., where the owner has only been able to keep his own children on as employees.
10Nino's Italian Restaurant
44 minFeb 22, 2013
A well-liked, retired couple ask Ramsay to help their son, who has taken over their restaurant, Nino's, in Long Beach, Calif.
11Mill Street Bistro, Part 1
44 minMar 1, 2013
Ramsay visits Mill Street Bistro in Ohio to try to turn the eatery around; the restaurant's owner acts like a dictator and has trouble listening to others' viewpoints.
12Mill Street Bistro, Part 2
44 minMar 8, 2013
Chef Ramsay continues his work at the Mill Street Bistro Bar in Ohio, trying to get the obstinate owner to make a major attitude adjustment.
13Yanni's
44 minMar 15, 2013
Chef Ramsay heads to Seattle to help Peter make some much-needed changes to his Greek restaurant, Yanni's.
14Prohibition Grille
44 minApr 26, 2013
Ramsay travels to The Prohibition Grille in Everett, Wash., to help its inexperienced owner.
15Chappy's
44 minMay 3, 2013
Gordon travels to Nashville, Tenn., to help the owners of Chappy's turn their restaurant around.
16Amy's Baking Company
44 minMay 10, 2013
Ramsay travels to Scottsdale, Ariz., to help the owners of Amy's Baking Company.