Big Restaurant Bet

Geoffrey Zakarian gets to know each competing chef through their food, asking them to make one bite that best represents their restaurant concept. Then he challenges them to make a roast chicken and side dish in the style of their restaurant.

The six chefs must show Geoffrey Zakarian that they know how to make a profit by making their "moneymaking dish." Then they have to give a full presentation of their restaurant concept, introducing Geoffrey to their menus, "wow" dishes and overall vibe.

Looking for a cohesive menu that represents the chef's style, Geoffrey Zakarian asks the remaining five chefs to cook three dishes from their own menu. Then they must use the leftovers in a special dish that would be served in their dream restaurant.

Geoffrey Zakarian evaluates the four chefs' recipes by attempting to cook their dishes. Then he throws a party with local chefs and food critics -- all picky eaters with dietary restrictions -- to see if the hopeful restaurateurs can adjust their menu.

The final three chefs tackle the front of the house, each taking a turn running their own restaurant. But they don't know that Geoffrey Zakarian has filled the restaurant with actors causing havoc to see how the chefs react on their worst day.

In the finale, Geoffrey Zakarian lets each of the remaining two chefs do a full restaurant takeover, setting up their restaurant with a full staff and real diners (including Geoffrey, of course). The next great restaurateur earns Geoffrey's investment.