Best New Restaurant

Two delectable new restaurants serving Italian cuisine face off in three daunting challenges. Doma in Beverly Hills features Italian food with a global twist, while the team at Dolce Italian in South Beach is dedicated to serving authentic Italian dishes. Service is the key to success in this episode where Doma’s veteran waiter Igor puts on a show at every meal and Dolce’s general manager Dean has hospitality in his genes.

Two innovative restaurants making waves with their shared plates concepts face off. Miami’s The Federal is run by a powerhouse couple who put their life savings into the restaurant. In Austin, Swift’s Attic is the creative brainchild of an experienced culinary dream team. Food execution is a challenge for both restaurants as one falls victim to under seasoning and the other risks creating a brand new menu for the pressure test.

Unique service methods are tested when two restaurants do culinary battle. Included: an Austin eatery promising customized menus for diners.

R House in Miami is the passion project of a veteran chef and his new husband and features globally inspired cuisine. Barlata Tapas Bar is run by another married couple who has brought authentic Spanish cuisine to Austin. Will the love in these globally-inspired restaurants translate into their performance?

Porter Ale House specializes in high-end pub fare; Tongue & Cheek is known for its delicious dishes.

Little Sparrow, a french-inspired bistro in the small community of Santa Ana, California, is the passion project of a married couple who rallied the community to help fund the restaurant. L’Apicio in New York serves up Italian dishes with first class hospitality and spiciness to boot. Consistency and communication are key at both of these restaurants serving European fare.

Two restaurants specializing in high-end cuisine in a casual atmosphere battle it out. Morgan’s BBQ serves up authentic Texas barbecue in the heart of Brooklyn. Miami trendsetter Buns & Buns is winning fans over with globally-inspired, high-quality ingredients, dishes and specialty breads.

Two restaurants featuring seasonal menus and intimate dining rooms go head-to-head in a food fight. Included: a Brooklyn eatery run by a young crew.

Four winning restaurants return to compete in the semifinal round. Included: a twist; the elimination of two restaurants; and the creation of pop-up eateries.

The second semifinal round features the return of four winning restaurants and the creation of pop-up eateries.

The final two eateries face off at a Tom Colicchio restaurant and serve up their top four-course meals, after which the winner is revealed. The Season 1 finale.