6.8/1087 votes#1 - When the Wall Comes Tumbling Down
Season 16 Episode 1 - Aired 9/23/2016
In the 16th season premiere, chef Gordon Ramsey welcomes his 18 new recruits on the grounds of the U.S. Army training facility. Then, it's survival of the fittest when they face the Signature Dish challenge and their first dinner service, during which they cook for VIP guests Nolan Gould and Erica Ash.
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6.6/1078 votes#2 - Crepe Grand Prix
Season 16 Episode 2 - Aired 9/30/2016
The contestants race in the first annual Crepe Grand Prix challenge for a chance to win a luxurious dining experience on a yacht in Santa Barbara. Later, one team struggles right out of the gate during a dinner service featuring VIP guests Maureen DeWulf and Dash Mihok.
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6.4/1078 votes#3 - The Yolks on Them
Season 16 Episode 3 - Aired 10/7/2016
Tensions run high in the house as the teams face their next challenge, which is to make eight unique dishes using a selection of ostrich cuts. While the winners get to go to Big Bear for a zip-lining excursion, the losing chefs have to pluck pine nuts out of pinecones.
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6.8/1078 votes#4 - Surf Riding & Turf Fighting
Season 16 Episode 4 - Aired 10/14/2016
The contestants compete in a surf and turf protein relay for the chance to win a day of surfing at the Wavehouse in San Diego. Meanwhile, the losing team must make sausages from scratch. Later, the pressure is on during dinner service when a VIP 12-top are among the night's guests.
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6.8/1074 votes#5 - Walking the Plank
Season 16 Episode 5 - Aired 10/21/2016
A shocking elimination forces both teams to regroup and chart a new course as they take on the Seven Seas Seafood Challenge, which gives the chefs 30 minutes to prepare a fish dish using a variety of fresh ingredients. Later, guitarist Joe Perry and singer Estelle are invited to the dinner service.
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6.7/1071 votes#6 - Let the Catfights Begin
Season 16 Episode 6 - Aired 11/4/2016
The remaining contestants take part in an Ingredient Crossword Challenge. Later, kid-friendly items must be incorporated into the dinner service during a family night with VIP diners, who include actresses Lauren Lapkus and Ciara Hanna.
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6.8/1074 votes#7 - Don't Tell My Fiancé
Season 16 Episode 7 - Aired 11/11/2016
The remaining contestants are tasked with cooking their own version of a Southern staple, which will be judged by chef Chris Hastings. Later, there's a feeling of determination to impress VIP guests J.J. Redick, Blake Lewis, Mircea Monroe and Adrienne Maloof at dinner service. However, stress levels rise and Ramsay makes a shocking decision.
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7.0/1074 votes#8 - Dancing with the Chefs
Season 16 Episode 8 - Aired 11/18/2016
A change leaves the chefs in shock as they prepare to host the International Ballroom Invitational. This special event calls for a special menu, which includes a raw bar that requires one team to break down lobster, scrub clams and oysters, and steam up crabs.
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6.9/1079 votes#9 - Spoon Fed
Season 16 Episode 9 - Aired 12/9/2016
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7.1/1072 votes#10 - Dancing in the Grotto
Season 16 Episode 10 - Aired 12/16/2016
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6.8/1077 votes#11 - Aerial Maneuvers
Season 16 Episode 11 - Aired 1/5/2017
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6.8/1072 votes#12 - Fusion Confusion
Season 16 Episode 12 - Aired 1/5/2017
The chefs pair up for a challenge in which they must combine two countries' flavors to impress Roy Yamaguchi.
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7.1/1072 votes#13 - Black Jacket Lounge
Season 16 Episode 13 - Aired 1/12/2017
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7.0/1071 votes#14 - Playing Your Cards Right
Season 16 Episode 14 - Aired 1/19/2017
The remaining chefs are challenged to create their dishes with only six ingredients.
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7.1/1068 votes#15 - Tequila Shots?
Season 16 Episode 15 - Aired 1/26/2017
The remaining chefs must create a unique dining experience for a large group of well-known chefs.
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7.0/1079 votes#16 - Leaving It on the Line
Season 16 Episode 16 - Aired 2/2/2017
The final two chefs prepare for their final service.
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The Best Episodes of Hell's Kitchen Season 16
Every episode of Hell's Kitchen Season 16 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hell's Kitchen Season 16!
Aspiring restaurateurs brave Ramsay and his fiery command of the kitchen as he puts the competitors through an intense culinary academy to prove they possess...
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Season 16 Ratings Summary
"When the Wall Comes Tumbling Down" is the best rated episode of "Hell's Kitchen" season 16. It scored 6.8/10 based on 87 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/23/2016. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Crepe Grand Prix".