The BEST episodes of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations season 6

Every episode of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations season 6, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations season 6!

Join best-selling author and professional chef Anthony Bourdain as he travels the world seeking the ultimate dining experience. He will hit locales from the well known to those off the beaten path, from New Jersey to Iceland and points in between. Along his journey, the adventuring Bourdain will share his no holds barred experience of the food and customs that flavor the different cultures of the world in a way that only he can.

Last Updated: 8/24/2024Network: Travel ChannelStatus: Ended
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Back to Beirut
star
8.38
80 votes

#1 - Back to Beirut

Season 6 - Episode 21 - Aired 8/23/2010

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

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Istanbul
star
8.21
151 votes

#2 - Istanbul

Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/18/2010

As the largest city in Turkey, Istanbul is home to vibrant and diverse cultures and cuisine. Tony explores this massive city, meeting new friends and tasting world-class food along the way.

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Obsessed
star
8.15
108 votes

#3 - Obsessed

Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/8/2010

As he explores the nature of obsession, Anthony Bourdain meets food-obsessed individuals encapsulating the beautiful and often eccentric results devotion has on one’s life.

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Prague
star
7.99
190 votes

#4 - Prague

Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/1/2010

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

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New York - Hudson Valley
star
7.91
149 votes

#5 - New York - Hudson Valley

Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/8/2010

Only 60 miles up the Hudson River from Manhattan, but worlds different, the Hudson Valley is a luscious land bursting with flowering plants, bountiful trees, and teeming waters, not to mention a land rich with history.

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Brittany
star
7.87
122 votes

#6 - Brittany

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/25/2010

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

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Paris
star
7.81
148 votes

#7 - Paris

Season 6 - Episode 24 - Aired 9/6/2010

No Reservations kicked off its very first episode in the City of Light 6 seasons ago. For the 100th episode, Tony and the crew return to Paris, the city where it all began.

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What Were We Thinking Special
star
7.80
15 votes

#8 - What Were We Thinking Special

Season 6 - Episode 23 - Aired 9/6/2010

The one-hour “What Were We Thinking?” special offers an after-hours look into the past five years of filming NO RESERVATIONS – a world of comical indecision and dysfunction, mixed with heartwarming stories, breathtaking backdrops…and of course, plenty of local libations. Filmed with Bourdain and executive producers, Chris Collins and Lydia Tenaglia, “What Were We Thinking?” takes a light-hearted look back at 100 memorable adventures. Over the course of the day renowned chefs and celebrity fans of the show including David Chang, Eric Ripert, Ted Nugent, Marky Ramone, and Ty Burell will be providing special messages.

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Techniques
star
7.67
111 votes

#9 - Techniques

Season 6 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/5/2010

Before tackling a recipe, there are some basic cooking skills everyone should know. In this 'Techniques' special, we are shown some of the world’s best chefs including Jacques Pepin, Thomas Keller and Tony Bourdain, who demonstrate classic and simple dishes.

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Ecuador
star
7.60
82 votes

#10 - Ecuador

Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/1/2010

Tony meets with local chefs and foodies who help him sift through the endless amount of meat skewers, fish stews and street food stalls of Ecuador.

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Provence
star
7.36
181 votes

#11 - Provence

Season 6 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/22/2010

Provence's simplistic lifestyle and approach to food is one of its most captivating and salient qualities. Tony becomes enamored with its culture and cuisine, stressing fresh and superior ingredients like wine, cheese, bread and beautiful cuts of meat.

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Dubai
star
7.27
206 votes

#12 - Dubai

Season 6 - Episode 19 - Aired 8/9/2010

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."

Rome
star
7.13
176 votes

#13 - Rome

Season 6 - Episode 20 - Aired 8/16/2010

Anthony Bourdain dines on classic Italian dishes and adopts the mindset of the Roman people – living a simple life and eating fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Heartland
star
7.12
77 votes

#14 - Heartland

Season 6 - Episode 15 - Aired 7/12/2010

Many assume that what lies between the east and west coast is an unsophisticated culinary wasteland. Convinced otherwise, Anthony Bourdain sets out to the American Heartland to find the unsung heroes of the food scene.

Vietnam Central Highlands
star
7.07
148 votes

#15 - Vietnam Central Highlands

Season 6 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/29/2010

Anthony Bourdain travels back to his favorite place on Earth -- Vietnam. This time to check out Vietnam's Central Highlands. And what would a trip to Vietnam be without a sampling of a famous noodle dish? Tony seeks out the Northern Vietnam version in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.

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Where It All Began
star
7.05
73 votes

#16 - Where It All Began

Season 6 - Episode 18 - Aired 8/2/2010

The show takes a look back at Tony before the fame of No Reservations and his top selling book Kitchen Confidential.

Maine
star
6.92
117 votes

#17 - Maine

Season 6 - Episode 12 - Aired 4/12/2010

Anthony Bourdain travels to Portland and Rockland, Maine for fresh seafood and more.

Panama
star
6.92
122 votes

#18 - Panama

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/11/2010

Tony travels to Panama, which is rumored to have originated from an Amerindian word meaning "an abundance of fish." One of Tony's stops includes the Mercado de Mariscos, a swank new fish market to sample the national go-to dish: ceviche.

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Kerala, India
star
6.91
113 votes

#19 - Kerala, India

Season 6 - Episode 17 - Aired 7/26/2010

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.

Food Porn 2
star
6.91
139 votes

#20 - Food Porn 2

Season 6 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/19/2010

Tony has never been shy when it comes to expressing his feelings toward, well, pretty much anything. With the help of a few friends, including the illustrious Ron Jeremy, Tony gears up for Food Porn, round 2.

Madrid
star
6.85
52 votes

#21 - Madrid

Season 6 - Episode 25 - Aired 9/13/2010

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

Liberia
star
6.81
103 votes

#22 - Liberia

Season 6 - Episode 16 - Aired 7/19/2010

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

Caribbean Island Hopping
star
6.78
79 votes

#23 - Caribbean Island Hopping

Season 6 - Episode 14 - Aired 7/5/2010

Anthony Bourdain travels to the Grenadine Islands to sample local cuisine and explore the Caribbean lifestyle. He tries scuba-diving, fishing and hunting for local delicacies.

Harbin, China
star
6.77
83 votes

#24 - Harbin, China

Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/15/2010

Tony arrives in the dead of winter in Harbin, China, a season that defines the Dongbei people and the nature of their cuisine. Tony samples hearty stews, mountains of dumplings and the sharp flavors of pickled and preserved vegetables.

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Issues Special
star
6.76
75 votes

#25 - Issues Special

Season 6 - Episode 26 - Aired 12/6/2010

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