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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.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 1 - Paris: Why the French Don't Suck
    0.0/10(167 votes)

    #1 - 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.

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  2. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 3 - New Jersey: Off the Jersey Turnpike
    0.0/10(100 votes)

    #2 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 4 - Vietnam: The Island of Mr. Sang
    0.0/10(132 votes)

    #3 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 5 - Malaysia: Into the Jungle
    0.0/10(104 votes)

    #4 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 6 - Sicily
    0.0/10(96 votes)

    #5 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 7 - Las Vegas
    0.0/10(88 votes)

    #6 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 8 - Uzbekistan
    0.0/10(88 votes)

    #7 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 Episode 9 - New Zealand: Down Under the Down Under
    0.0/10(95 votes)

    #8 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 1 - Asia Special: China & Japan
    0.0/10(76 votes)

    #9 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 2 - South Florida
    0.0/10(70 votes)

    #10 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 3 - Peru
    0.0/10(77 votes)

    #11 - 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.

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  12. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 4 - Quebec
    0.0/10(90 votes)

    #12 - 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.

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  13. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 5 - Sweden
    0.0/10(91 votes)

    #13 - 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.

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  14. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 6 - Puerto Rico
    0.0/10(75 votes)

    #14 - 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.

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  15. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 7 - Japan
    0.0/10(87 votes)

    #15 - 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.

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  16. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 8 - U.S./Mexico Border
    0.0/10(74 votes)

    #16 - U.S./Mexico Border

    S2:E8

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

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  17. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 9 - India (Rajasthan)
    0.0/10(67 votes)

    #17 - 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.

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  18. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 10 - India (Kolkata/Bombay)
    0.0/10(64 votes)

    #18 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 11 - Korea
    0.0/10(87 votes)

    #19 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 12 - Indonesia
    0.0/10(76 votes)

    #20 - 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.

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  21. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 Episode 13 - Beirut
    0.0/10(61 votes)

    #21 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 3 Episode 1 - Ireland
    0.0/10(80 votes)

    #22 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 3 Episode 2 - Ghana
    0.0/10(77 votes)

    #23 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 3 Episode 3 - Pacific Northwest
    0.0/10(66 votes)

    #24 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 3 Episode 4 - Namibia
    0.0/10(77 votes)

    #25 - Namibia

    S3:E4

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

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Paris: Why the French Don't Suck" is the worst rated episode of "Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations". It scored /10 based on 167 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/25/2005. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "New Jersey: Off the Jersey Turnpike".