Kitchen Nightmares season 9: next episode, restaurant updates and everything we know about the Gordon Ramsay series

Gordon Ramsay is back with Kitchen Nightmares season 9. As Hell's Kitchen season 23 winds down, Ramsay's restaurant rescue series is returning in time for Super Bowl LIX.

The first half of the season took place in New Orleans prior to the big game and featured special in-episode content like countdowns and appearances from Ramsay and NFL stars. Ramsay offered his expertise to struggling NOLA restaurants, helping them to prepare for the massive influx of guests in town for the game. Now that the Super Bowl is over, Ramsay's focus will now shift to restaurants in Austin and Houston.

Here's what we know about Kitchen Nightmares season 9.

Next episode of Kitchen Nightmares season 9

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 premiered January 9. New episodes air on Tuesdays at 8 pm ET/PT on Fox, with new episodes available to stream the following day on Hulu. UK viewers will be able to watch new episodes on Channel 4 after they air in the US.

Here's the description of the season finale episode airing March 18:

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 11: "Simmer Down"
"Simmer Down Cafe is functioning like a circus, and as ringleader, the restaurant has taken over the owner Chris’ life. Chris is overworked and his constant need to micromanage has damaged not only his business but also his health and marriage. In an effort to make the restaurant run smoothly, Gordon will help Chris establish fundamental systems and boundaries."

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Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode guide and restaurant updates

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 1: "Iberville Part I"
"In just a few short weeks, Super Bowl LIX arrives to New Orleans and Ramsay tries to help a lost owner wandering around her French Quarter wasteland. Iberville Cuisine & Oyster Bar, located in the heart of the French Quarter, is in the crosshairs of a make-it or break-it Super Bowl season and must rely on Ramsay’s expertise to get up and running - to Gordon’s high standards - by the time football fans roll into The Big Easy."
Kitchen Nightmares: is Iberville Cuisine & Oyster Bar still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 2: "Iberville Part 2"
"Gordon Ramsay continues to help a lost owner wandering around her French Quarter wasteland. Iberville Cuisine & Oyster Bar is in the crosshairs of a make-it or break-it Super Bowl season and must rely on Ramsay’s expertise to get up and running - to Gordon’s high standards - by the time football fans roll into The Big Easy. With the big game right around the corner, Ramsay continues to offer his expertise and works to transform this restaurant into a reputable business."

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 3: "Voleo's"
"Voleo’s Seafood Restaurant, a second-generation family run restaurant, is struggling to stay afloat following the devastation caused by Hurricane Ida in 2021. The aftermath left their original restaurant in shambles, forcing Voleos’ to start anew at a less favorable location. With family legacy on the line and funds running low, Gordon Ramsay steps in to help the owner and his family adapt in order to find success again."
Kitchen Nightmares: is Voleo's Seafood Restaurant still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 4: "Kindred"
"Chef Ramsay helps a vegan restaurant struggling with a lack of direction."
Kitchen Nightmares: is Kindred still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 5: "3 Southern Girls"
"Gordon Ramsay pays a visit to 3 Southern Girls, a restaurant that prides itself on traditional southern cuisine. After a tragic car accident left the owner’s son fighting for his life, the Jefferson staple was forced to close its shutters for over a month. In hopes of rebuilding a successful business, 3 Southern Girls will work with Gordon Ramsay to make a comeback."
Kitchen Nightmares: is 3 Southern Girls still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 6: "Kings Blu Jam"
"Gordon tries to revamp Kings Blu Jam Cafe near Houston, a cafe specializing in all things breakfast, brunch, and lunch, but the overwhelming menu and miscommunication among staff members is causing issues."
Kitchen Nightmares: is Kings Blu Jam Cafe still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 7: "Verdict"
"The Verdict, a restaurant known for serving traditional New Orleans cuisine with a modern and trendy twist, is struggling internally. Rising tensions between the kitchen and front of house staff, family disputes and piling debt have been detrimental issues of The Verdict. Despite this, Gordon Ramsay is prepared to offer his support."
Kitchen Nightmares: is The Verdict Lounge & Restaurant still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 8: "Grumpy George"
"Gordon Ramsay’s next mission entails an English Pub located in Georgetown, Texas which lacks a quintessential British identity. Grumpy George is in dire need of a management crash-course and new menu items. Gordon Ramsay must give these owners a reality check in the all-new "Grumpy George" episode of Kitchen Nightmares."
Kitchen Nightmares: is The Grumpy George Pub & Grub still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 9: "Leo's"
"A family tragedy has left Leo’s Italian Grill on the decline. After the devastating passing of his son, Leo has lost the light in his eyes and customers are met with low quality ingredients and a lack of customer service under pressure. Changes need to be made, and Gordon is determined to help the owner rediscover his dream of operating a vibrant restaurant in the all-new 'Leo’s' episode of Kitchen Nightmares."
Kitchen Nightmares: is Leo's Italian Grill still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 episode 10: "Blake's Place"
"The owner of a small neighborhood restaurant, Blake’s Place, has shifted her focus entirely towards building her brand and gaining social media recognition over running a successful business. Blake’s ambitious entrepreneurial endeavors have unfortunately caused her to lose sight of the most crucial aspect of a restaurant’s reputation which is executing delicious and memorable dishes. Gordon Ramsay’s presence will allow Blake to face reality and her problems head-on in the all-new 'Blake’s Place' episode of Kitchen Nightmares"
Kitchen Nightmares: is Blake's Place still open?

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 premise

Here's the official synopsis of Kitchen Nightmares season 9:

"Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares returns for an all-new season of restaurant makeovers beginning Tuesday, Jan. 7 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT). The first half of the season is set in New Orleans, the home of Super Bowl LIX, and will air weekly leading up to the big game, with in-episode countdowns by Ramsay and appearances by current and former NFL stars. The season will also provide an exciting, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the New Orleans-based restaurants, who under Ramsay’s guidance, will have the chance to be reinvigorated and running prior to the biggest sports weekend of the year. With tens of thousands of football fans descending on the Big Easy during Super Bowl week, the restaurants will have an enormous opportunity to make it or break it. The second half of the season will feature restaurants in Austin and Houston.

"Each episode of Kitchen Nightmares follows Ramsay as he revamps a restaurant in crisis, exposing the stressful realities of running a successful food business. Restaurant owners are faced with enormous challenges, from health code violations and staffing issues to menu errors and kitchen conditions found only in nightmares. Ramsay is their restaurant 9-1-1 call and the last chance for their businesses to survive. Inspired by one of the U.K.’s biggest hits, Kitchen Nightmares is produced by Studio Ramsay Global in association with FOX Alternative Entertainment. Ramsay serves as an Executive Producer, while Katy Dierks serves as Executive Producer and Showrunner."

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 cast

Gordon Ramsay is once again returning to host Kitchen Nightmares, personally mentoring business owners in need. He's also one of the series' executive producers.

Ramsay, known for his hit series Hell’s Kitchen, is one of the most widely known and recognized celebrity chefs on the planet, with restaurants all over the world.

His trademark in-your-face outbursts are known to strike fear in the hearts of competitors, but behind the gruff exterior, he's a very nice guy who does a lot to support the chef community.

Kitchen Nightmares season 9 trailer

Take a look at the first look teaser for Kitchen Nightmares season 9 below.