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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.

9 Seasons
147 Episodes
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episode image Lisbon
8.5/10 (100 votes)

#1 Lisbon

S8:E4

Once the center of the richest empire in Europe, Lisbon now faces one of the worst financial crises in the EU. But even as it struggles with rising debt and unemployment, Tony finds out that Lisbon is experiencing a cultural and culinary renaissance.

episode image Australia
8.0/10 (64 votes)

#2 Australia

S5:E12

Melbourne is Australia's second-most populated city and its cultural capital. It's a real melting pot, and Tony is off to discover what makes the Melbourne area so special. Luckily, many of Tony's friends live in Melbourne, and they take him to sample the city's many different cuisines.

episode image Kerala, India
7.8/10 (56 votes)

#3 Kerala, India

S6:E17

Tony visits Kerala in southwestern India and samples many spicy and flavorful dishes, from street food to home-cooked meals. Also: Indian actor Mammootty invites the host to visit him on the set of his action film.

episode image Madrid
7.8/10 (54 votes)

#4 Madrid

S6:E25

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

episode image Austin
7.8/10 (58 votes)

#5 Austin

S9:E1

Tony heads to Austin during South by Southwest, an international music fest

episode image El Bulli
7.7/10 (86 votes)

#6 El Bulli

S7:E12

Tony travels to Spain’s Costa Brava to cook and dine with chef Ferran Adria at El Bulli before the “best restaurant in the world” closes its doors for good. Friend and chef Jose Andres joins Tony for the experience of a lifetime.

episode image Baja
7.6/10 (56 votes)

#7 Baja

S8:E7

In this episode of No Reservations, Tony Bourdain heads to Tijuana, Mexico and the Baja Peninsula -- a place he admittedly knows very little about.

episode image Kansas City
7.4/10 (70 votes)

#8 Kansas City

S8:E2

Tony Bourdain travels to Kansas City, MO, the BBQ capitol of the world with pal Zamir Gotta in search of the best barbeque. While there, Tony meets up with musicians, Dan and Patrick of The Black Keys for some serious finger licking meat.

episode image Dubai
7.0/10 (51 votes)

#9 Dubai

S6:E19

Anthony Bourdain travels to Dubai, the second-largest and most populated of the 7 states that make up the United Arab Emirates. He dives into Dubai’s extravagant food scene with restaurants catering to "the rich and super rich."

episode image Haiti
6.8/10 (97 votes)

#10 Haiti

S7:E1

Tony visits Haiti, a country dealing with a cholera epidemic and an impending hurricane. During his trip, Tony meets with Sean Penn in the tent city built by his relief group. At the end of his trip, Tony is unsure of what the future will hold for Haiti.

episode image Paris: Why the French Don't Suck
0.0/10

#11 Paris: Why the French Don't Suck

S1:E1

Tony's debut episode of this new series has him visiting Paris. He explores the city's famous catacombs, tries some absinthe, checks out one of the city's major meat markets, and spends the night in the room where Oscar Wilde died.

episode image Iceland: Hello Darkness My Old Friend
0.0/10

#12 Iceland: Hello Darkness My Old Friend

S1:E2

This week Anthony travels to Iceland, where in winter the volcanic islands see only about four hours of sunlight a day. Anthony finds the darkness comforting and learns how the Icelanders contend with the dark days - eating, drinking, and pumping iron!

episode image New Jersey: Off the Jersey Turnpike
0.0/10

#13 New Jersey: Off the Jersey Turnpike

S1:E3

Tony visits the state of New Jersey. He takes us on a trip through his birthplace trying to dispel some common misconceptions of the garden state. We learn about the Sopranos and other NJ landmarks as Tony reminisces.

episode image Vietnam: The Island of Mr. Sang
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#14 Vietnam: The Island of Mr. Sang

S1:E4

Tony travels to the far away country of Vietnam, where he meets up with an old friend (who also happens to work for the People's Committee) with whom he traverses the ancient culture. He ends up going on a trip that takes him through isolated villages and finishes on an island resort, owned by the mysterious Mr. Sang.

episode image Malaysia: Into the Jungle
0.0/10

#15 Malaysia: Into the Jungle

S1:E5

Today Tony travels to south east Asia. He has always been fascinated by the notion of "natural fusion," the way cuisines and cultures blend over the centuries. He's particularly fascinated by Malaysia, where Chinese influence has mixed with Malay, Indian, Nyonya and indigenous Borneo culture.

episode image Sicily
0.0/10

#16 Sicily

S1:E6

While in the small country of Sicily, Tony is treated to tripe at the II Capo Market. He tries a spleen sandwich with the President (of Sicily). And, Tony attempts to determine where you can find the greatest cannoli.

episode image Las Vegas
0.0/10

#17 Las Vegas

S1:E7

On assignment and with deadline looming for a major food magazine, Tony's got four days to cover the "very best" of the new chef-centric Las Vegas. He visits The Double Down, Bouchon, El Sombrero, Beauty Bar, Freemont Street and much more.

episode image Uzbekistan
0.0/10

#18 Uzbekistan

S1:E8

Tony is in for a wild trip as he journeys through Uzbekistan's 2000-year-old capital, Tashkent, dines at Jumanji, goes to a bellydancing club, gets acquainted with the culture by visiting a local mosque, shops for a wedding present and much more.

episode image New Zealand: Down Under the Down Under
0.0/10

#19 New Zealand: Down Under the Down Under

S1:E9

Tony is invited to New Zealand to lecture at a gourmet food convention. But after receiving a lukewarm reception from the crowd, he decides to search for real Kiwi culture outside the city of Christchurch. Tony's ride on an ATV becomes a little harrowing. Tony is invited to visit the Māori.

episode image Asia Special: China & Japan
0.0/10

#20 Asia Special: China & Japan

S2:E1

In this special two-hour season two premiere, Tony's culinary journey takes him to the main hubs of Asian cuisine: Japan and China. In Japan, he visits Osaka, where he learns all about the Hanshin Tigers-Yomiuri Giants baseball rivalry; to Japan's version of vaudeville, manzai; and to kuidaore (eating oneself to ruin) where he samples takoyaki, okonomiyaki and later sushi. From there, Tony meets up with an old friend, Michiko, and they travel to Kisoji for a water purification ritual; learn the exchange of meishi and help celebrate Obon. Later, Tony attends a Hanshin Tigers game. In China, a country Tony has never visited, he attempts to tackle as much of its cuisine and culture as he can in a short period of time. Beijing is Tony's first stop, where he samples Peking duck, the nasty bits of a sheep, and a variety of noodles at a noodle house. Tony gets a lesson in Chinese calligraphy and visits a doctor for some traditional Chinese medicine such as acupuncture, fire cupping, and electroacupuncture. From there, Tony is off to Sichuan province, where he receives an unorthodox ear cleaning, visits the Jianfu Temple, center of Taoism during the Tang Dynasty, and samples Szechuan hotpot. He ends his visit in a village outside of Chengdu for a family dinner that uses the old methods of Chinese cooking.

episode image South Florida
0.0/10

#21 South Florida

S2:E2

Tony begins his exploration of outer Miami in the vibrant Creole enclave of Little Haiti. Later, he heads out to the vast subtropical preserves of the Everglades. And in South Beach he visits a dive bar, Club Deuce.

episode image Peru
0.0/10

#22 Peru

S2:E3

Tony meets famous Peruvian chef Gastón Acurio, tries Peruvian Ceviche and goes sightseeing in the capital city, Lima. Then he travels to a village in Tambopata, the Peruvian jungle, and tries piranhas and goes through unique experiences. Finally he visits the city of Cusco to try new stuff in a local market and Machu Picchu, where he tries to find peace of mind.

episode image Quebec
0.0/10

#23 Quebec

S2:E4

Anthony visits a duck farm/processing plant to see how foie gras is made, teaches a class at the Montreal Culinary Institute and plays hockey with a local university hockey team.

episode image Sweden
0.0/10

#24 Sweden

S2:E5

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 bombshells, meatballs and bad music–ABBA.

episode image Puerto Rico
0.0/10

#25 Puerto Rico

S2:E6

Tony and Andy, a native, dine on roasted pig in Caicay, attend a posh party at a hacienda, search for a Chuppacabra in the jungle, meet the undefeated boxing champion, Miguel Cotto, and travel to Ponce to take in the Festival of the Virgin Mary.

episode image Japan
0.0/10

#26 Japan

S2:E7

Anthony Bourdain's Japanese adventure begins in Osaka at an underground bar devoted to the hardcore fans of the local baseball team, the Hanshin Tigers. Then he goes to the Kiso Valley for some relaxation.

episode image U.S./Mexico Border
0.0/10

#27 U.S./Mexico Border

S2:E8

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

episode image India (Rajasthan)
0.0/10

#28 India (Rajasthan)

S2:E9

India is a land of color, aroma, kind people, and delicious cuisine. Anthony heads off to the more desolate region of Rajasthan in the northwest corner of the continent where he attends a birthday party and explores life in this magical region.

episode image India (Kolkata/Bombay)
0.0/10

#29 India (Kolkata/Bombay)

S2:E10

Over the years, Tony Bourdain has fallen in love with India. The culture, the cuisine, the communities - it's all delicious and enchanting. Tony travels to Kolkata and Mumbai, formerly Calcutta and Bombay, to rediscover the magic of this beautiful land.

episode image Korea
0.0/10

#30 Korea

S2:E11

Tony gives in to pressure from one of his office staff and travels to Korea. His condition? Nari (the assistant) must come with him and guide him through Korean cuisine, customs and culture.

episode image Indonesia
0.0/10

#31 Indonesia

S2:E12

Tony explores the lush culture of Indonesia to discover what makes ex-pats want to stay. Along the way, he discovers the rich history and cuisine of Jakarta and Bali.

episode image Beirut
0.0/10

#32 Beirut

S2:E13

Anthony Bourdain and his crew travel to Lebanon. They discover a beautiful country filled with proud, generous people and delicious food. However, they find themselves in the middle of a tense, uncertain, and violent conflict.

episode image Ireland
0.0/10

#33 Ireland

S3:E1

Ireland is steeped in history and traditions, both oral and written. It is also steeped in the myth that it has the worst food on the planet. New York chef and travel television host Anthony Bourdain is traveling to Ireland to dispel those myths.

episode image Ghana
0.0/10

#34 Ghana

S3:E2

Tony Bourdain heads to the African nation of Ghana. While there, he sees the startling contrast of old Ghana to modern Ghana. The old ways include slavery, forts and the military. Modern Ghana celebrates with interesting food and music.

episode image Pacific Northwest
0.0/10

#35 Pacific Northwest

S3:E3

The Pacific Northwest is filled with everything - history, coffee, fresh produce, trees and obsession. Chef Anthony Bourdain is setting off to visit the land introduced to us by Lewis and Clark, to rediscover it.

episode image Namibia
0.0/10

#36 Namibia

S3:E4

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

episode image Russia
0.0/10

#37 Russia

S3:E5

Tony Bourdain meets up with his old friend Zamir to explore Russia, Zamir's homeland. The food is hearty, and the company intriguing when the two meet up with a former spy. Tony spends most of the trip seeking revenge on Zamir for an incident that happened in Uzbekistan.

episode image Los Angeles
0.0/10

#38 Los Angeles

S3:E6

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

episode image Shanghai
0.0/10

#39 Shanghai

S3:E7

Tony Bourdain has always loved Asia. This time he's traveling to parts he's never been to–farther, deeper. From Shanghai to Tibet, Tony searches for the elusive Shangri-La.

episode image New York City
0.0/10

#40 New York City

S3:E8

Tony Bourdain has always loved New York, but recently he has become disillusioned with the tourist destination that New York has become. So, with the help of Andrew Zimmern, a New York yellow taxi and others; Tony tries to discover the heart and soul of the city he has always loved.

Cast & Chracters

character image Himself - Host

Himself - Host

Actor: Anthony Bourdain

The highest rated episode of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations is "Lisbon" (S8E4) with a rating of 8.50.

This episode received 100 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Haiti" (S7E1) with a rating of 6.80.

This episode received 97 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Australia" (S5E12) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 64 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Australia" (S5E12) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 64 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Kerala, India" (S6E17) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 56 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Dubai" (S6E19) with a rating of 7.00.

This episode received 51 votes.

The highest rated episode is "El Bulli" (S7E12) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 86 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Haiti" (S7E1) with a rating of 6.80.

This episode received 97 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Lisbon" (S8E4) with a rating of 8.50.

This episode received 100 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Kansas City" (S8E2) with a rating of 7.40.

This episode received 70 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Austin" (S9E1) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 58 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Austin" (S9E1) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 58 votes.

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Sandra Zweig Production Executive Producer
Stone Roberts Production Executive Producer
Tom Vitale Production Producer
Anthony Bourdain Writing Writer

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