One knows that they are in for a good time watching Kitchen Nightmares because it starts off with a “Viewer Discretion is Advised” warning. It’s a cooking show, and it starts with a warning about the language. Fantastic.

The basic premise of the show is simple: Gordon Ramsay takes a restaurant that is having some serious issues and turns it around over the course of a week. With the help of a bunch of producers that should be simple enough. Imagine Nanny 911 or Supernanny, but with cooking instead of kids.

Up first for Kitchen Nightmares is Peter’s Italian Restaurant in Babylon, NY. The restaurant is owned by Tina, managed and co-owned by her brother, Peter, and mom and dad are there for good measure too.

From the very outset of the show, it looks as though Peter is at fault, beyond being an hour late to pick up Ramsay, the show explains that Peter is more interested in his looks (expensive suits, fake tans, and bleached teeth) than in managing the restaurant.

After being introduced to folks at the restaurant, Ramsay sits down to have himself a meal, ordering the crab cakes and lobster ravioli. Taking one look at the salad that comes with the crab cakes, Ramsay sends it back, keeping just one crab cake to taste. It seems that the salad is old and wilted, but that is better than the crab cake which is cold and none-too-fresh. The meal keeps going downhill as, upon inspecting the lobster ravioli (which we learn in the kitchen is from Restaurant Depot, not made on premises), Ramsay passes, saying that it is not lobster at all, and looks more like baby food.

The next morning, Ramsay takes an unescorted look through the walk-in refrigerator. It is not pretty and, if it was not for the fact that ever other word that Peter uses has four letters, this could be why there was a viewer discretion warning up front. There is mold, water pouring from the ceiling, and things are decayed. Frankly, the stench almost came through the television.

Showing up late again, he was apparently supposed to accompany Ramsay into the walk-in, Peter hears what Ramsay has to say and then proceeds to blame everyone but himself. He, it seems, has absolutely nothing to do with anything that may be wrong in the kitchen, he is just the manager and co-owner.

Once the kitchen staff cleans up, dinner service starts. Robert, the chef, goes through with Ramsay everything that does not work in the place, stuff like the stove, the broiler, the oven, you know, the general equipment that actually makes a kitchen a kitchen. As Ramsay is seeing the disaster in the back, Peter is making a whole new one up front, comping people left and right, thereby eating into the restaurants non-existent profits.

It all gets worse though as a bill collector shows up in the middle of the dinner rush. Peter curses at the collector, the collector curses back. The fight goes from the back of the restaurant to the front and out onto the street. Just the sort of place that one wants to take their family.

After the disaster of a night is through, Ramsay talks to Tina about what is going on with the restaurant. She admits to him that Peter takes money from the register when she is not there, a couple of hundred dollars at a time. And, she says, he even does it on days the restaurant loses money.

The next morning, Ramsay decides that Peter and his father ought to run the kitchen for one meal, while Tina takes care of the front of the house. Things turn into a catastrophe immediately, as Peter cannot make anything in the kitchen work and fails to see ingredients that are right in front of him. Point made, and with customers hungry, Ramsay allows Robert to take control of the kitchen once more and feed the people out front. He also does manage to slip in a four letter word directed at Peter before doing so.

It must have been a short day at Peter’s, because the next scene is the following morning, as Ramsay introduces the staff to their brand-spanking new kitchen (save the walk-in refrigerator). He has also decided to rework the menu completely, changing it to a “family-style” restaurant. This will mean that the kitchen has to put out fewer dishes, but with more on each one. It ought to make things easier… hopefully.

As Ramsay starts to give a pep talk for the grand relaunch, another bill collector arrives. Ramsay tries to continue his little speech, but the collector will not allow it. Predictably, Peter loses his temper and Ramsay eventually gives up trying to prevent a fight. Peter follows the collector out onto the street, Peter’s dad ends up lying down on the sidewalk, and threats are made before the collector drives off.

Despite the fireworks, the opening is a huge success, all the customers seem to love the food. That is, they love it when it actually arrives. Peter, feeling peckish, hijacks a dozen baked clams in the kitchen, and gets caught doing so by Ramsay before tearing into a waitress for not getting food and drink to her tables fast enough. After the service is finished, Ramsay applauds the entire staff, save Peter, who he calls out as the problem at the restaurant. Ramsay goes through, in detail, all of Peter’s failings. Following the harangue, Peter tells the camera in a one-on-one that what Ramsay said to him must be how all the workers feel. Peter says that Ramsay is right and he promises to work harder in the future.

The next morning makes it appear as though he may actually be as good as his word, as we find him calling to get the walk-in fridge either repaired or replaced as needed. Peter is all smiles and laughs and is going to recommit himself to helping out as needed (bringing menus, serving, etc.) in the restaurant. Peter also promises to name his first son Gordon Ramsay Pellegrino. Then, as a touching little sendoff, Peter’s Italian Restaurant sponsors the first Babylon Family Day for the community.

The show really needs to do one of those follow-up visit things a couple months down the line at this point to let everyone know what is going on, but instead, it cuts to a promo for next week. It promises to be fun and have a whole new batch of four letter words, or, maybe the same ones that have just been reheated. Tune in next week to find out.

How is this for an idea, everyone chips in a couple of dollars, flies me to New York, I check out the restaurant and you read my review over at The TV and Film Guy’s Reviews.

Comments

Peter is threatening to sue my because I posted a blog article about the episode.

Read all about it here:
http://eyeoftherabbit.wordpress.com/2007/09/28/peters-restaurant-legal-threat/

Help spread the word, please!

Rabbit | Sep 28, 2007 6:04:15 AM | #

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Peter seems like a faggot. I grew up in Babylon Village on Annuskemunika Rd... We didn't have steroid doing, guido, wanna be gangsters then though (that was low class West Islip). It was boating & skateboards, Bunger Boards etc... The guys a joke and should be embarrassed. Eat next door at the Post Office Cafe... I worked there as a kid, great place and none of that guido crap... I hope it's still that way. People like Peter are the reason I would never live on Long Island anymore.

Martin | Oct 21, 2007 8:00:59 PM | #

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That guy Peter Pasta has to be the biggest jerkoff that walks.How he can imbarres his sister Tina and his nice parents like that.He should take another shot of steroids then kick the shit out of himself.What kind of toughguy tries to go after a fifty something year old guy for trying to collect a couple of dollars for singing.Thats right,hes the entertainment.And everyone that watched it thought it was some mob thing.(WRONG)! Its guys like Pete Pasta that gives ITALIANS like me and my ITALIAN friends a bad name. The best thing for the family and the restaurant to do is get a bouncer at the front door and DO NOT LET HIM IN!!!

T.Anthony Romola | Oct 25, 2007 12:08:28 PM | #

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Just watched the repeat of the Peter's episode. Can you imagine bringing your family to a place with this douche on the premises. Obviously he is up to his eyeballs in debt from tanning bed bills alone. REAL men don't need to steal money from their families, you scumbag. Your day will come, you steroid stricken lardass!!!

anthony bresaculli | Dec 5, 2007 7:26:44 PM | #

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I'm sorry to say that my experience was so awful at Peter's several years ago, that even if they improved I wouldn't go there. They treated us as if we did them a favor to try them out. The bill was expensive, the food was awful. Try the Argyle Grill!

There are such terrific restaurants in Babylon with nice owners, that after watching yesterday's episode, I doubt that the namesake's behavior changed that much.

I guess they feel if you do a few PR stunts it will make people want to go back there.

Why did they deserve a new kitchen? What about restaurants who are owned by nice hardworking people? They would be more deserving.

| Dec 6, 2007 6:08:07 AM | #

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i want to see pete blow it an lose the business

min me | Dec 6, 2007 11:10:13 AM | #

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I live in Atlanta now, but I used to live in Babylon. I was thrilled to see Peter's on a show called "Kitchen Nightmares" as I F*&ing HATED that place.

It USED to be good, it was called Peter's pasta, the restaurant was 1/3 the size and the food was great.

They blew the place out and turned it into a parody of an italian restaurant. I took my wife and parents there a few years ago. My dad ordered lobster, the lobster was spoiled, smelled like ammonia (which is a dead giveaway for bad shellfish). Not only did that jackoff NOT offer my father a different entree, he didn't take it off the bill, and they tried to charge us for a bottle of wine we ordered but they never brought it to the table. When I saw the condition of the food in the walk-in box, I was not surprised.

BTW- Peter used to be like 400 lbs. Apparently he had some surgery or something, now he's taking 'roids as evidenced by his outbursts. He is a douche who thinks who the F*&k he is.

go to argyle's, le bella palermo...hell... Go to pizza hut. the food is better.

Luca Brazzi | Dec 6, 2007 11:35:36 AM | #

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I am glad I was not the only one inspired to find this archived blog . . . Peter was just that bad. He stood out among the losers on this show, and that took some doing. Fire the "owner!" You go, Gordon.

Not from Babylon | Dec 6, 2007 1:55:26 PM | #

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Just to inform you guys. The show was a set up. Totally fake and Peter is living large in a 5 million dollar bayfront home with a new bentley.Et. I should know he's my neighbor

Informed | Dec 6, 2007 2:38:55 PM | #

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Where's the proof? I bet informed = peter

Yeah right | Dec 6, 2007 3:32:07 PM | #

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what an idiot, Ask around West Islip Einstien

informed | Dec 6, 2007 3:42:18 PM | #

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This cocksucker Peter made me sick! The prick and his gym rat buddies alledgedly deal steroids and meth on Long Island. Think about it law enforcement: guy doesn't do a tap of work, family business makes no money and can't affotd the proper equipment, yet this prick
Peter has a $25,000 Rolex, couple of $3000 bespoke suits, and a $150,000 Mercedes. I sent a tape of the show to the Justice Department, FBI, DEA and IRS!!! Now we'll closely examine this asshole. All of Peter's new fights will be trying to stop Bubba and Tyrone from riding his ass like the D train in the prison showers.

Tony Soprano | Dec 6, 2007 11:26:30 PM | #

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(I'm going to get the papers...the papers)

This Peter Pellegrino has a head shaped like a chimp but he isn't as smart as a chimp! Chimps go to outer space and use computers. I suspect all Peter can do is peel bananas with his hands and feet. Peter even has ears like Mickey Mouse. To prove he's a real rat bastid and phoney he utilizes lines from movies about mob rats: "you fake toughguy" from Goodfellas. Next time I'm in Babylon I'm gonna stop in and try to get this poser to hit me...then I'll make him Jerry Lewis' main man on the telethon next year!

Johnny "two times" | Dec 7, 2007 6:03:59 AM | #

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Hey Johnny two times, My name is Jerry I would love you to come to Babylon.But bring your mother so I can fuck her after I hospitalize U

Joey Bag of donuts | Dec 7, 2007 11:22:08 AM | #

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Hey Jerry Bag of donuts I'll be at Peter's tonight at 8:30 PM. Tell ya what, first we'll go to your house and I'll fuck your mom in the ass and then let your dad lick and suck her shit offa my cock while I cum on your sister;s face n' tits. I'll let your sister floss wiff my ass hairs. Then I'll clean my asscrack and cock with your mother's curtains while you stand there, and do nuthin' but watch and jackoff. Have your family members shower down for tonight, 'cause they gonna get their shitters dirty!!!

Johnny | Dec 7, 2007 11:46:49 AM | #

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First let me say that i dont agree withh all the things on the show. But, to be fair to Peter I know for a fact that people are commenting on a show that they percieve as reality. One gentleman commented on peter dealing drugs. Thats so false it even funny. if you knew anything about him he is a very successful real estate owner and property developer. I know, I just sold him a building in Babylon Village. I think the joke was on FOX. He might have went along for the TV exposure, I DONT KNOW WHY? But i can tell you first hand that this man is very honest, articulate and a very sharp businessman. The people that are counting him out will be in for a very big suprise very soon. If you're going to say things know your facts. Jealousy is a terrible thing people.And one more note, Anyone that comments on, surgery, cars, clothes are jealous people period. God bless All

John Posillico | Dec 7, 2007 9:14:49 PM | #

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I'm from babylon and I think that peter is a wonderful and generous guy. If you folks have nothing better to do but bad mouth people on a blog, I pity you. When you're successful, people are envious. I couldn't imagine anyone on here that's posting negative things to be a successful person. Well to do people just don't have time for that nonsense.I will follow the old adage "Stay away from dumb people and poor people"

Bill whitehall | Dec 8, 2007 7:35:31 AM | #

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Peter is a joke the resturant sucks because of him. He is a women abuser, drug user, and a plain down old piece of shit.

Don Won | Feb 7, 2008 9:12:46 AM | #

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I was really impressed at seeing a strong gay man like Peter standing up for himself. I saw that he tried to kiss Ramsey on the neck and even wanted to have a love child with Ramsey called Gordon Ramsey Pelligrino. I am sure that Peter will calm down when he settles down with a beautiful man who appreciates fine suits, jewellery, expensive cars that Peter loves. Only in this way will we see who Peter really is.

Peter is waiting for the right man | Feb 20, 2008 5:23:13 AM | #

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My stepfather Elvin Page is a sex fiend. He has been abusing me and my sister for years. My mother is pathetic she wont leave him because she looks like an old disco has been............Help...please call my mother laura at the parkwood restaurant west isl ny

Jackie | Feb 28, 2008 4:32:51 PM | #

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Oh I forgot it's Elwin, He fucks me so much I forget his name!!!

Jackie Marzano | Feb 28, 2008 4:58:58 PM | #

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By the way.he know's the "GAMBINOS" or like he says " The Real Deal"

Jackie | Feb 28, 2008 4:59:58 PM | #

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Pete Pellegrino does have some family in the MOB but they don't even want to have anything to do with him. He's a loser and likes to play like he's connected but could never run with the real thing. OUCH!

jackinthebox | Aug 29, 2008 7:08:52 PM | #

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Peter Pellegrino could give two fucks about anybody in the mob, There's still a mob??? LOL (Jackinthebox) I see you're another idiot living in the past. Get a life and some self esteem, I Peter Pellegrino do not need the approval of BROKEN DOWN VALISES to validate me!!! Get a new WIG!!!

Peter Pellegrino | Sep 2, 2008 9:14:18 PM | #

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One more thing to the RUG, I want nothing to do with losers, It was my choice. LOSERS like you!!! You're a jealous dog that never did anything but make a basement DOO WOP CD lol, in 2007. What a joke, you are nothing but an overated wedding singer. Now go get a job MR T and stop the bitterness, Oh your born again, I forget. LOL. I bet your're still in Copaigue in that broken down house. You are not even a hasbeen, Your claim to fame-Islip bowl!!! GET A LIFE!!!

Peter Pellegrino | Sep 2, 2008 9:23:53 PM | #

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