Seasons & Episodes
Paris: Why the French Don't Suck
Tony's debut episode of this new series has him visiting Paris. He explores the city's famous catacombs, tries some absi
Iceland: Hello Darkness My Old Friend
This week Anthony travels to Iceland, where in winter the volcanic islands see only about four hours of sunlight a day.
New Jersey: Off the Jersey Turnpike
Tony visits the state of New Jersey. He takes us on a trip through his birthplace trying to dispel some common misconce
Vietnam: The Island of Mr. Sang
Tony travels to the far away country of Vietnam, where he meets up with an old friend (who also happens to work for the
Malaysia: Into the Jungle
Today Tony travels to south east Asia. He has always been fascinated by the notion of "natural fusion," the way cuisines
Sicily
While in the small country of Sicily, Tony is treated to tripe at the II Capo Market. He tries a spleen sandwich with th
Las Vegas
On assignment and with deadline looming for a major food magazine, Tony's got four days to cover the "very best" of the
Uzbekistan
Tony is in for a wild trip as he journeys through Uzbekistan's 2000-year-old capital, Tashkent, dines at Jumanji, goes t
New Zealand: Down Under the Down Under
Tony is invited to New Zealand to lecture at a gourmet food convention. But after receiving a lukewarm reception from th
Asia Special: China & Japan
In this special two-hour season two premiere, Tony's culinary journey takes him to the main hubs of Asian cuisine: Japan
South Florida
Tony begins his exploration of outer Miami in the vibrant Creole enclave of Little Haiti. Later, he heads out to the vas
Peru
Tony meets famous Peruvian chef Gastón Acurio, tries Peruvian Ceviche and goes sightseeing in the capital city, Lima. T
Quebec
Anthony visits a duck farm/processing plant to see how foie gras is made, teaches a class at the Montreal Culinary Insti
Sweden
Tony travels to Sweden for a taste of all it has to offer. Along the way he hopes to get past the stereotypes of blond b
Puerto Rico
Tony and Andy, a native, dine on roasted pig in Caicay, attend a posh party at a hacienda, search for a Chuppacabra in t
Japan
Anthony Bourdain's Japanese adventure begins in Osaka at an underground bar devoted to the hardcore fans of the local ba
U.S./Mexico Border
Tony visits Southwest Texas bar and grill; nachos in Piedras Nigras; boat tour of the Rio Grande River.
India (Rajasthan)
India is a land of color, aroma, kind people, and delicious cuisine. Anthony heads off to the more desolate region of Ra
India (Kolkata/Bombay)
Over the years, Tony Bourdain has fallen in love with India. The culture, the cuisine, the communities - it's all delici
Korea
Tony gives in to pressure from one of his office staff and travels to Korea. His condition? Nari (the assistant) must co
Indonesia
Tony explores the lush culture of Indonesia to discover what makes ex-pats want to stay. Along the way, he discovers the
Beirut
Anthony Bourdain and his crew travel to Lebanon. They discover a beautiful country filled with proud, generous people an
Ireland
Ireland is steeped in history and traditions, both oral and written. It is also steeped in the myth that it has the wors
Ghana
Tony Bourdain heads to the African nation of Ghana. While there, he sees the startling contrast of old Ghana to modern G
Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest is filled with everything - history, coffee, fresh produce, trees and obsession. Chef Anthony Bour
Namibia
Tony learns how the locals from Namibia survive in a primarily desert country.
Russia
Tony Bourdain meets up with his old friend Zamir to explore Russia, Zamir's homeland. The food is hearty, and the compan
Los Angeles
Tony travels to LA where he explores the other side of the high-powered town. SWAT teams, roller derbies, and musicians
Shanghai
Tony Bourdain has always loved Asia. This time he's traveling to parts he's never been to–farther, deeper. From Shangh
New York City
Tony Bourdain has always loved New York, but recently he has become disillusioned with the tourist destination that New
Brazil
Tony once thought San Paolo was a horrible and ugly city; however, recently his friends have convinced him otherwise. As
French Polynesia
Tahiti is the picture of paradise, but there's more to Tahiti that just pretty beaches. Tony travels through French Poly
Cleveland
When Michael Ruhlman convinces Tony to visit Cleveland, he's not expecting to like it at all. However, he soon finds tha
Hong Kong
Tony travels to the Mecca of Asian cooking–Hong Kong. The combinations of styles, cultures, and flavors fascinate Tony
Argentina
Tony explores the city of Buenes Aires. There he finds an exciting night life, delicious food, and friendly locals. From
South Carolina
Tony Bourdain has missed out on the culture and history of South Carolina because he's never traveled there before. Will
Tuscany
Tuscany gives Tony a taste of heaven and hell. Hell because the trip to get there was filled with difficulties. Of cours
Singapore
The country of Singapore is serious about food. The cuisine of Singapore borrows from Chinese, Indian, Malaysian and Ind
Berlin
Tony explores the contrasting sides of Berlin. He is both repulsed and and attracted to the good and the evil in the cit
Vancouver, BC
Vancouver (in British Columbia) has a flourishing film industry, beautiful landscapes, and a progressive food scene.
Greek Islands
Unhappy past experiences have Tony kicking and screaming as he succumbs to a visit to Greece. Often surrounded by music,
New Orleans
Hurricane Katrina has infinitely changed the city of New Orleans. As Tony explores the impact the storm had on the city,
London and Edinburgh
There is something alluring and menacing in the air throughout the UK when it comes to the people, the scenery, and espe
Jamaica
There is more to Jamaica than reggae music, drugs and resorts. Tony attempts to discover the real Jamaica–a country pl
Romania
Tony and Zamir have had many adventures. This time they're in Romania to celebrate Zamir's birthday. Along the way, they
Hawaii
Tony visits Hawaii where he tries spam, enjoys surfing, visits a volcano, and samples some local delicacies.
Into the Fire, NY
Tony has been away from Brasserie Les Halles, where he last worked as a chef nearly a decade ago. Given the opportunity
Laos
Tony has always been fascinated by Asia. This time he's visiting Laos, a less popular tourist country, to investigate it
Colombia
This week Anthony is in Colombia, a country that finds itself the setting of one of South America's most remarkable tran
Saudi Arabia
After a world wide search, Danya Alhamrani was chosen as a superfan of the show. Her job? She has to showcase the local
Uruguay
Tony joins his brother Chris to explore South America's Uruguay where they have family. The two set off in search of the
U.S. Southwest
Tony tours the bottom half of the U.S. He takes off on an old fashioned road trip to enjoy Americana. From the quirky to
Tokyo
Tony hits Tokyo to examine the similarities and contrasts between the perfect knife and the perfect sushi, martial arts
Spain
Tony has long admired some of Spain's top chefs; however, Spain culture and cuisine has more to offer than just Ferran A
Egypt
Tony is determined to avoid doing the "tourist thing" and visiting the Egyptian pyramids, but rather explore what it mea
So Long, Summer
In honor of Labor Day, Tony takes us backstage for a very special highlight show that includes goofs, silliness and some
At the Table with Anthony Bourdain
Bourdain with guests Amy Sacco, Bill Buford, Ted Allen and Chris Wilson dine at NYC restaurant wd~50 and discuss various
Mexico
Anthony Bourdain discovers the beauty behind the street food of Mexico.
Venice
Tony's mission, on this trip, is to step away from the Venice of tourists and into the Venice of Venetians. Venice is an
Washington, D.C.
Tony Bourdain is in Washington D.C. to explore this city of contrasts - democrat vs. republican, affluent vs. poor, visi
Azores
Having worked in kitchens alongside many generations of Azorean Portuguese immigrants, Tony decides it’s time to find
Chicago
Anthony heads to Chicago where he examines the cuisine and culture which the windy city has to offer.
Food Porn
Tony presents a XXX selection of all that's lip-smacking and luscious in the world. For hardcore viewers only.
Philippines
Anthony Bourdain visits Manila, the second-largest and most well-known city in the Philippines. He'll meet up with trave
Disappearing Manhattan
Tony teams up with some notable guests and visits some of the oldest, most classic, and undoubtedly-NYC restaurants. Unf
Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan cuisine has been influenced by the Portuguese, Dutch, British, Indian, Arab, Malay and Moors. Tony experience
Vietnam: There's No Place Like Home
Anthony decides to move to the country for a year to write the perfect Vietnam book. Along with a local chef and realtor
Chile
Inspired by its natural diversity, Chile's cuisine consists of beef, pork, seafood, fruits and vegetables. While in Chil
Australia
Melbourne is Australia's second-most populated city and its cultural capital. It's a real melting pot, and Tony is off t
Rust Belt
In the bleak, cold winter, Tony meets up with his good friend Zamir and the two travel to the heart of America's Rust Be
Down on the Street
This behind-the-scenes look at No Reservations reveals a common thread throughout all No Reservations episodes – stree
San Francisco
San Francisco is a city of districts, each one with its own quirks and flavors. Chinatown is a bustling neighborhood wit
Thailand
Blending influences from India, China, Cambodia and the rest of Southeast Asia, Thai cuisine uses 5 fundamental flavors:
Montana
The Rocky Mountains are an outdoorsman’s paradise, and ranchers are a large part of Montana’s culture. Tony visits t
Burning Questions
Based on the results of an online poll, Tony answers the Top 10 viewer queries in Burning Questions. You’ll be surpris
NYC: Outer Boroughs
Tony Bourdain knows the jungles of Malaysia and the streets of London better than he knows what's just outside his homet
Sardinia
Tony visits Sardinia, his wife's homeland, and learns what it means to be Sardinian as he gives himself over to the Busi
Panama
Tony travels to Panama, which is rumored to have originated from an Amerindian word meaning "an abundance of fish." One
Istanbul
As the largest city in Turkey, Istanbul is home to vibrant and diverse cultures and cuisine. Tony explores this massive
Brittany
Brittany's reputation as one of France's most alluring culinary corners has lured Anthony Bourdain here to uncover its s
Prague
With the help of some local experts, Anthony Bourdain tests the new culinary landscape in the "city of spires."
Hudson Valley, NY
Tony visits cities in Hudson Valley in New York State, accompanied at times by food writer Michael Ruhlman. He enjoys lo
Ecuador
Tony meets with local chefs and foodies who help him sift through the endless amount of meat skewers, fish stews and str
Obsessed
As he explores the nature of obsession, Anthony Bourdain meets food-obsessed individuals encapsulating the beautiful and
Harbin, China
Tony arrives in the dead of winter in Harbin, China, a season that defines the Dongbei people and the nature of their cu
Provence
Provence's simplistic lifestyle and approach to food is one of its most captivating and salient qualities. Tony becomes
Vietnam: Central Highlands
Anthony Bourdain travels back to his favorite place on Earth -- Vietnam. This time to check out Vietnam's Central Highla
Techniques Special
Before tackling a recipe, there are some basic cooking skills everyone should know. In this 'Techniques' special, we are
Maine
Gguided by one of his cameramen, Maine native Zach Zamboni, Tony travels to Portland and Rockland, Maine for fresh seaf
Food Porn 2
Tony has never been shy when it comes to expressing his feelings toward, well, pretty much anything. With the help of a
Caribbean Island Hopping
Anthony Bourdain travels to the Grenadine Islands to sample local cuisine and explore the Caribbean lifestyle. He tries
U.S. Heartland
While on a speaking tour through the United States, Tony visits the cities Livonia, Michigan, Columbus, Ohio, Minneapoli
Liberia
Tony visits Liberia on the west coast of Africa and gets a taste of the local food and culture.
Kerala, India
Tony visits Kerala in southwestern India and samples many spicy and flavorful dishes, from street food to home-cooked me
Where It All Began
The show takes a look back at Tony before the fame of No Reservations and his top selling book Kitchen Confidential.
Dubai
Anthony Bourdain travels to Dubai, the second-largest and most populated of the 7 states that make up the United Arab Em
Rome
Anthony Bourdain dines on classic Italian dishes and adopts the mindset of the Roman people – living a simple life and
Back to Beirut
Anthony Bourdain returns to Lebanon to film the show he was meant to do in 2006
Making of India
Behind the scenes of the making of the Kerala, India episode.
What Were We Thinking Special
The one-hour “What Were We Thinking?” special offers an after-hours look into the past five years of filming NO RESE
Paris
No Reservations kicked off its very first episode in the City of Light 6 seasons ago. For the 100th episode, Tony and th
Madrid
Tony visited Madrid, Spain's capital city, during the 2010 World Cup when this large and diverse country came together.
Holiday Special
Tony and Michael Ruhlman prepare a holiday dinner that goes awry. Chefs Mario Batali, David Chang and Duff Goldman pay T
Haiti
Tony visits Haiti, a country dealing with a cholera epidemic and an impending hurricane. During his trip, Tony meets wit
Cambodia
Tony visited Cambodia 10 years ago with what he now views as a narrow perspective of the world. Now he sees the parallel
Nicaragua
Most Americans know Nicaragua best for the Iran-Contra affair of the 1980s, but what is this country like now, over 20 y
Vienna
Blood sausage, hunting, pastries and something called "Pus Stick" challenge Tony's pre-conception of Vienna as a pastry-
Ozarks
Anthony Bourdain heads to the rugged lands of West Plains, MO, backdrop of the book and Oscar-nominated film Winter's Bo
Brazil
The mighty Amazon -- called the last great undiscovered culinary frontier by Chef Ferran Adria. It is here that Tony has
Boston
No Reservations in Boston is not about the fine-dining establishments, nor is it about what new, young chefs are creatin
Japan: Hokkaido
On March 11th, 2011 a massive earthquake struck Japan, the largest in its recorded history, unleashing a devastating tsu
Cuba
Tony travels to Cuba in the search of the island's heart and soul where beauty abounds in the people, the food and the a
Macau
Tony knew Macau as the place where fireworks were made. Those factories have since been replaced by casinos and now the
Naples
After learning from 2 Italian-American chefs in New York that Italian food was forever changed in this American land of
El Bulli
Tony travels to Spain’s Costa Brava to cook and dine with chef Ferran Adria at El Bulli before the “best restaurant
U.S. Desert
The host explores the High Desert of California with rocker Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age.
Ukraine
Tony and friend Zamir Gotta team up for a trip to the former Soviet Republic, the Ukraine. They tour Chernobyl and the r
Kurdistan
Tony and his crew venture to the war zone and fledgling country of Kurdistan to explore the tragic history and hopeful f
Cajun Country
Tony travels beyond New Orleans and into Cajun Country to find out what sets bayou culture apart. He dines with locals W
Mozambique
Tony travels to Mozambique and finds himself in a mysterious, post-colonial Africa. From Portuguese ruins on Mozambique
Kansas City
Tony Bourdain travels to Kansas City, MO, the BBQ capitol of the world with pal Zamir Gotta in search of the best barbeq
Croatian Coast
Croatia's Istria and Dalmatia regions are toured. Included: swimming with bluefin tuna; truffle hunting.
Lisbon
Once the center of the richest empire in Europe, Lisbon now faces one of the worst financial crises in the EU. But even
Japan: Cook It Raw
Tony heads to Japan for the gastronomic event that is, "Cook it Raw," which brings together some of the best chefs in th
Finland
Anthony Bourdain heeds the calls of his Finnish Facebook fans and takes a trip to Helsinki, Finland. Tony joins musician
Baja
In this episode of No Reservations, Tony Bourdain heads to Tijuana, Mexico and the Baja Peninsula -- a place he admitted
Penang
In Penang, Tony Bourdain discovers a beautiful rice and shrimp dish wrapped in a banana leaf that he can't get enough of
Austin
At the start of his final tour with "No Reservations," Tony heads to Austin, TX, during South By Southwest: an internati
Sydney
On the next leg of his final tour with "No Reservations," Tony travels to Sydney for the sheep farms of the blue mountai
Sex, Drugs And Rock & Roll
In this special episode Tony dives into the holy trinity - Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll, from recording music in the Mojav
Emilia Romagna
Tony travels to Emilia Romagna, the "breadbasket of Italy," with acclaimed NYC chef Michael White. In a red Ferrari Cali
Burgundy
"If this was a film I would tell you the story of a roadtrip!" Behind the wheel of a classic Citroen DS, Tony Bourdain c
Seven Deadly Sins
This special episode of No Reservations serves up a refresher course on the Seven Deadly Sins: lust over a simple plate
Rio
Rio, a perfect city that is almost impossible to not love. But Tony only wishes that he could enjoy his time more in thi
Off the Charts
In this special episode, Tony experiences a Haitian cemetery on the Day of the Dead, has a humorously horrific Halloween
Dominican Republic
Nearing toward the end of his final tour, Anthony Bourdain travels to the Caribbean for fresh fish and more in the Domin
Brooklyn
On the last leg of his final No Reservations tour, Tony travels just across the river to Brooklyn, a part of New York th