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Restaurant: Impossible

2011-01-19 · 43 min / episode · ★ 6.8

Reality

Chef Robert Irvine tries to turn around restaurants across America that are facing an impending demise if things don't improve. With a $10,000 budget and two days to work, Irvine uses his creativity and resourcefulness to turn the eatery's fortunes around.

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Marc Summers Productions
Countries
India, United States of America
Status
Canceled

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Robert IrvineRobert IrvineSelf

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