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S23·E8 Restaurant Wars

Episode
Season 23, Episode 8
Air Date
April 27, 2026
Runtime
54 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired April 27, 2026 54 min
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Synopsis

It’s Restaurant Wars and this season the perennial favorite returns with a twist! The chefs split into two teams of four and are tasked with developing restaurant concepts. Each team must present a three-course progressive menu, offering two options for every course. To add to the pressure, they must serve 100 guests while also fielding to-go orders in the middle of it all. Kristen, Tom and Gail are joined at the judges’ table by restaurateur Michael Mina and Clare Reichenbach, CEO of the James Beard Foundation. Before it all begins, the cheftestants receive news that reshapes their dynamics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 23 Episode 8 of Top Chef air?

Season 23, Episode 8 ('Restaurant Wars') originally aired on April 27, 2026.

How long is Season 23 Episode 8 ('Restaurant Wars')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 54 minutes.

What happens in Top Chef Season 23 Episode 8?

It’s Restaurant Wars and this season the perennial favorite returns with a twist! The chefs split into two teams of four and are tasked with developing restaurant concepts. Each team must present a three-course progressive menu, offering two options for every course. To add to the pressure, they mus...

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