Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations

Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations

2005 8 Seasons 137 Episodes ⭐ 7.7 Documentary Talk Reality

Anthony Bourdain uncovers the best cuisine across the world. At each location, Tony dives headfirst into life's colorful and rich pageant, bringing his intellectual curiosity, empathy, wit and boundless appetite.

Anthony Bourdain uncovers the best cuisine across the world. At each location, Tony dives headfirst into life's colorful and rich pageant, bringing his intellectual curiosity, empathy, wit and boundless appetite.

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Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

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

EP 2

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.

EP 3

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

EP 4

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

EP 5

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

EP 6

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

EP 7

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

EP 8

Uzbekistan

Tony is in for a wild trip as he journeys through Uzbekistan's 2000-year-old capital, Tashkent, dines at Jumanji, goes t

EP 9

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

EP 1

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

EP 2

South Florida

Tony begins his exploration of outer Miami in the vibrant Creole enclave of Little Haiti. Later, he heads out to the vas

EP 3

Peru

Tony meets famous Peruvian chef Gastón Acurio, tries Peruvian Ceviche and goes sightseeing in the capital city, Lima. T

EP 4

Quebec

Anthony visits a duck farm/processing plant to see how foie gras is made, teaches a class at the Montreal Culinary Insti

EP 5

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

EP 6

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

EP 7

Japan

Anthony Bourdain's Japanese adventure begins in Osaka at an underground bar devoted to the hardcore fans of the local ba

EP 8

U.S./Mexico Border

Tony visits Southwest Texas bar and grill; nachos in Piedras Nigras; boat tour of the Rio Grande River.

EP 9

India (Rajasthan)

India is a land of color, aroma, kind people, and delicious cuisine. Anthony heads off to the more desolate region of Ra

EP 10

India (Kolkata/Bombay)

Over the years, Tony Bourdain has fallen in love with India. The culture, the cuisine, the communities - it's all delici

EP 11

Korea

Tony gives in to pressure from one of his office staff and travels to Korea. His condition? Nari (the assistant) must co

EP 12

Indonesia

Tony explores the lush culture of Indonesia to discover what makes ex-pats want to stay. Along the way, he discovers the

EP 13

Beirut

Anthony Bourdain and his crew travel to Lebanon. They discover a beautiful country filled with proud, generous people an

EP 1

Ireland

Ireland is steeped in history and traditions, both oral and written. It is also steeped in the myth that it has the wors

EP 2

Ghana

Tony Bourdain heads to the African nation of Ghana. While there, he sees the startling contrast of old Ghana to modern G

EP 3

Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is filled with everything - history, coffee, fresh produce, trees and obsession. Chef Anthony Bour

EP 4

Namibia

Tony learns how the locals from Namibia survive in a primarily desert country.

EP 5

Russia

Tony Bourdain meets up with his old friend Zamir to explore Russia, Zamir's homeland. The food is hearty, and the compan

EP 6

Los Angeles

Tony travels to LA where he explores the other side of the high-powered town. SWAT teams, roller derbies, and musicians

EP 7

Shanghai

Tony Bourdain has always loved Asia. This time he's traveling to parts he's never been to–farther, deeper. From Shangh

EP 8

New York City

Tony Bourdain has always loved New York, but recently he has become disillusioned with the tourist destination that New

EP 9

Brazil

Tony once thought San Paolo was a horrible and ugly city; however, recently his friends have convinced him otherwise. As

EP 10

French Polynesia

Tahiti is the picture of paradise, but there's more to Tahiti that just pretty beaches. Tony travels through French Poly

EP 11

Cleveland

When Michael Ruhlman convinces Tony to visit Cleveland, he's not expecting to like it at all. However, he soon finds tha

EP 12

Hong Kong

Tony travels to the Mecca of Asian cooking–Hong Kong. The combinations of styles, cultures, and flavors fascinate Tony

EP 13

Argentina

Tony explores the city of Buenes Aires. There he finds an exciting night life, delicious food, and friendly locals. From

EP 14

South Carolina

Tony Bourdain has missed out on the culture and history of South Carolina because he's never traveled there before. Will

EP 15

Tuscany

Tuscany gives Tony a taste of heaven and hell. Hell because the trip to get there was filled with difficulties. Of cours

EP 1

Singapore

The country of Singapore is serious about food. The cuisine of Singapore borrows from Chinese, Indian, Malaysian and Ind

EP 2

Berlin

Tony explores the contrasting sides of Berlin. He is both repulsed and and attracted to the good and the evil in the cit

EP 3

Vancouver, BC

Vancouver (in British Columbia) has a flourishing film industry, beautiful landscapes, and a progressive food scene.

EP 4

Greek Islands

Unhappy past experiences have Tony kicking and screaming as he succumbs to a visit to Greece. Often surrounded by music,

EP 5

New Orleans

Hurricane Katrina has infinitely changed the city of New Orleans. As Tony explores the impact the storm had on the city,

EP 6

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

EP 7

Jamaica

There is more to Jamaica than reggae music, drugs and resorts. Tony attempts to discover the real Jamaica–a country pl

EP 8

Romania

Tony and Zamir have had many adventures. This time they're in Romania to celebrate Zamir's birthday. Along the way, they

EP 9

Hawaii

Tony visits Hawaii where he tries spam, enjoys surfing, visits a volcano, and samples some local delicacies.

EP 10

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

EP 11

Laos

Tony has always been fascinated by Asia. This time he's visiting Laos, a less popular tourist country, to investigate it

EP 12

Colombia

This week Anthony is in Colombia, a country that finds itself the setting of one of South America's most remarkable tran

EP 13

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

EP 14

Uruguay

Tony joins his brother Chris to explore South America's Uruguay where they have family. The two set off in search of the

EP 15

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

EP 16

Tokyo

Tony hits Tokyo to examine the similarities and contrasts between the perfect knife and the perfect sushi, martial arts

EP 17

Spain

Tony has long admired some of Spain's top chefs; however, Spain culture and cuisine has more to offer than just Ferran A

EP 18

Egypt

Tony is determined to avoid doing the "tourist thing" and visiting the Egyptian pyramids, but rather explore what it mea

EP 19

So Long, Summer

In honor of Labor Day, Tony takes us backstage for a very special highlight show that includes goofs, silliness and some

EP 20

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

EP 1

Mexico

Anthony Bourdain discovers the beauty behind the street food of Mexico.

EP 2

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

EP 3

Washington, D.C.

Tony Bourdain is in Washington D.C. to explore this city of contrasts - democrat vs. republican, affluent vs. poor, visi

EP 4

Azores

Having worked in kitchens alongside many generations of Azorean Portuguese immigrants, Tony decides it’s time to find

EP 5

Chicago

Anthony heads to Chicago where he examines the cuisine and culture which the windy city has to offer.

EP 6

Food Porn

Tony presents a XXX selection of all that's lip-smacking and luscious in the world. For hardcore viewers only.

EP 7

Philippines

Anthony Bourdain visits Manila, the second-largest and most well-known city in the Philippines. He'll meet up with trave

EP 8

Disappearing Manhattan

Tony teams up with some notable guests and visits some of the oldest, most classic, and undoubtedly-NYC restaurants. Unf

EP 9

Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan cuisine has been influenced by the Portuguese, Dutch, British, Indian, Arab, Malay and Moors. Tony experience

EP 10

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

EP 11

Chile

Inspired by its natural diversity, Chile's cuisine consists of beef, pork, seafood, fruits and vegetables. While in Chil

EP 12

Australia

Melbourne is Australia's second-most populated city and its cultural capital. It's a real melting pot, and Tony is off t

EP 13

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

EP 14

Down on the Street

This behind-the-scenes look at No Reservations reveals a common thread throughout all No Reservations episodes – stree

EP 15

San Francisco

San Francisco is a city of districts, each one with its own quirks and flavors. Chinatown is a bustling neighborhood wit

EP 16

Thailand

Blending influences from India, China, Cambodia and the rest of Southeast Asia, Thai cuisine uses 5 fundamental flavors:

EP 17

Montana

The Rocky Mountains are an outdoorsman’s paradise, and ranchers are a large part of Montana’s culture. Tony visits t

EP 18

Burning Questions

Based on the results of an online poll, Tony answers the Top 10 viewer queries in Burning Questions. You’ll be surpris

EP 19

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

EP 20

Sardinia

Tony visits Sardinia, his wife's homeland, and learns what it means to be Sardinian as he gives himself over to the Busi

EP 1

Panama

Tony travels to Panama, which is rumored to have originated from an Amerindian word meaning "an abundance of fish." One

EP 2

Istanbul

As the largest city in Turkey, Istanbul is home to vibrant and diverse cultures and cuisine. Tony explores this massive

EP 3

Brittany

Brittany's reputation as one of France's most alluring culinary corners has lured Anthony Bourdain here to uncover its s

EP 4

Prague

With the help of some local experts, Anthony Bourdain tests the new culinary landscape in the "city of spires."

EP 5

Hudson Valley, NY

Tony visits cities in Hudson Valley in New York State, accompanied at times by food writer Michael Ruhlman. He enjoys lo

EP 6

Ecuador

Tony meets with local chefs and foodies who help him sift through the endless amount of meat skewers, fish stews and str

EP 7

Obsessed

As he explores the nature of obsession, Anthony Bourdain meets food-obsessed individuals encapsulating the beautiful and

EP 8

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

EP 9

Provence

Provence's simplistic lifestyle and approach to food is one of its most captivating and salient qualities. Tony becomes

EP 10

Vietnam: Central Highlands

Anthony Bourdain travels back to his favorite place on Earth -- Vietnam. This time to check out Vietnam's Central Highla

EP 11

Techniques Special

Before tackling a recipe, there are some basic cooking skills everyone should know. In this 'Techniques' special, we are

EP 12

Maine

Gguided by one of his cameramen, Maine native Zach Zamboni, Tony travels to Portland and Rockland, Maine for fresh seaf

EP 13

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

EP 14

Caribbean Island Hopping

Anthony Bourdain travels to the Grenadine Islands to sample local cuisine and explore the Caribbean lifestyle. He tries

EP 15

U.S. Heartland

While on a speaking tour through the United States, Tony visits the cities Livonia, Michigan, Columbus, Ohio, Minneapoli

EP 16

Liberia

Tony visits Liberia on the west coast of Africa and gets a taste of the local food and culture.

EP 17

Kerala, India

Tony visits Kerala in southwestern India and samples many spicy and flavorful dishes, from street food to home-cooked me

EP 18

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.

EP 19

Dubai

Anthony Bourdain travels to Dubai, the second-largest and most populated of the 7 states that make up the United Arab Em

EP 20

Rome

Anthony Bourdain dines on classic Italian dishes and adopts the mindset of the Roman people – living a simple life and

EP 21

Back to Beirut

Anthony Bourdain returns to Lebanon to film the show he was meant to do in 2006

EP 22

Making of India

Behind the scenes of the making of the Kerala, India episode.

EP 23

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

EP 24

Paris

No Reservations kicked off its very first episode in the City of Light 6 seasons ago. For the 100th episode, Tony and th

EP 25

Madrid

Tony visited Madrid, Spain's capital city, during the 2010 World Cup when this large and diverse country came together.

EP 26

Holiday Special

Tony and Michael Ruhlman prepare a holiday dinner that goes awry. Chefs Mario Batali, David Chang and Duff Goldman pay T

EP 1

Haiti

Tony visits Haiti, a country dealing with a cholera epidemic and an impending hurricane. During his trip, Tony meets wit

EP 2

Cambodia

Tony visited Cambodia 10 years ago with what he now views as a narrow perspective of the world. Now he sees the parallel

EP 3

Nicaragua

Most Americans know Nicaragua best for the Iran-Contra affair of the 1980s, but what is this country like now, over 20 y

EP 4

Vienna

Blood sausage, hunting, pastries and something called "Pus Stick" challenge Tony's pre-conception of Vienna as a pastry-

EP 5

Ozarks

Anthony Bourdain heads to the rugged lands of West Plains, MO, backdrop of the book and Oscar-nominated film Winter's Bo

EP 6

Brazil

The mighty Amazon -- called the last great undiscovered culinary frontier by Chef Ferran Adria. It is here that Tony has

EP 7

Boston

No Reservations in Boston is not about the fine-dining establishments, nor is it about what new, young chefs are creatin

EP 8

Japan: Hokkaido

On March 11th, 2011 a massive earthquake struck Japan, the largest in its recorded history, unleashing a devastating tsu

EP 9

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

EP 10

Macau

Tony knew Macau as the place where fireworks were made. Those factories have since been replaced by casinos and now the

EP 11

Naples

After learning from 2 Italian-American chefs in New York that Italian food was forever changed in this American land of

EP 12

El Bulli

Tony travels to Spain’s Costa Brava to cook and dine with chef Ferran Adria at El Bulli before the “best restaurant

EP 13

U.S. Desert

The host explores the High Desert of California with rocker Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age.

EP 14

Ukraine

Tony and friend Zamir Gotta team up for a trip to the former Soviet Republic, the Ukraine. They tour Chernobyl and the r

EP 15

Kurdistan

Tony and his crew venture to the war zone and fledgling country of Kurdistan to explore the tragic history and hopeful f

EP 16

Cajun Country

Tony travels beyond New Orleans and into Cajun Country to find out what sets bayou culture apart. He dines with locals W

EP 1

Mozambique

Tony travels to Mozambique and finds himself in a mysterious, post-colonial Africa. From Portuguese ruins on Mozambique

EP 2

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

EP 3

Croatian Coast

Croatia's Istria and Dalmatia regions are toured. Included: swimming with bluefin tuna; truffle hunting.

EP 4

Lisbon

Once the center of the richest empire in Europe, Lisbon now faces one of the worst financial crises in the EU. But even

EP 5

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

EP 6

Finland

Anthony Bourdain heeds the calls of his Finnish Facebook fans and takes a trip to Helsinki, Finland. Tony joins musician

EP 7

Baja

In this episode of No Reservations, Tony Bourdain heads to Tijuana, Mexico and the Baja Peninsula -- a place he admitted

EP 8

Penang

In Penang, Tony Bourdain discovers a beautiful rice and shrimp dish wrapped in a banana leaf that he can't get enough of

EP 9

Austin

At the start of his final tour with "No Reservations," Tony heads to Austin, TX, during South By Southwest: an internati

EP 10

Sydney

On the next leg of his final tour with "No Reservations," Tony travels to Sydney for the sheep farms of the blue mountai

EP 11

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

EP 12

Emilia Romagna

Tony travels to Emilia Romagna, the "breadbasket of Italy," with acclaimed NYC chef Michael White. In a red Ferrari Cali

EP 13

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

EP 14

Seven Deadly Sins

This special episode of No Reservations serves up a refresher course on the Seven Deadly Sins: lust over a simple plate

EP 15

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

EP 16

Off the Charts

In this special episode, Tony experiences a Haitian cemetery on the Day of the Dead, has a humorously horrific Halloween

EP 17

Dominican Republic

Nearing toward the end of his final tour, Anthony Bourdain travels to the Caribbean for fresh fish and more in the Domin

EP 18

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

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