Sandra Dee's From 24 Hours to Hell and Back Has Closed

Sandra Dee's Bar-B-Que & Seafood in Sacramento, California which appeared on season one of 24 Hours to Hell and Back has closed.   Sandra Dee's closed in July 2019 and posted the following message on their Facebook page:

After careful and thoughtful consideration, we have decided to close our restaurant but will continue to offer catering service.

We want to give a heartfelt thank you to this amazing city. Sac Town has given us a flurry of great memories and an abundance of love for the last two decades. Our loyal customers have become more like family.

We would also like to thank our staff whose hard work and commitment to our small business have helped make Sandra Dee’s a home away from home for us as well as our customers.

Last but not least, we would like to thank our business partners and vendors who allowed us to provide the best service and products to a wide variety of folks.

Our last official day will be July 20, 2019. During our final month of business, we are offering 20% off to celebrate twenty wonderful years of business. July 19th - 20th will be customer appreciation days that will include additional specials and discounts.

We would like to thank everyone again for choosing to spend their time and hard earned money with us. Running a restaurant is like inviting someone into your home and the people of Sacramento have made the best house guests anyone could ask for.

Thank you for your support.

Chow For Now

As stated in their message, they are still offering catering and their menu is available on their website.   You may recall from the original update that Sandra Dee's did not implement a lot of the changes suggested by Gordon Ramsay and they went back to their old menu.


Sandra Dee's has now been marked as 'Closed' on the 24 Hours to Hell and Back Updates page.

Fetch Bistro From 24 Hours to Hell and Back Has Closed

Fetch Bistro in Wichita, Kansas which appeared on season one of 24 Hours to Hell and Back has Closed.  A local article stated that the restaurant closed in April 2019 and leading up to the closure, the restaurant was only open on weekends.

Owner Greg Buss was quoted in that article stating, "It’s heartbreaking.  But it’s not set up for what we want to do. The location just isn’t right."  Greg also said things improved for a while, but it just didn't stick.

Greg was able to find a partner to open another Fetch Bar & Grill in Moundridge, but that location also ended up closing in October 2019.

Fetch Bistro has been marked as 'Closed' on the 24 Hours to Hell and Back Updates page.

The Old Coffee Pot From 24 Hours to Hell and Back Has Closed

The Old Coffee Pot in New Orleans, Louisiana which appeared on season one of 24 Hours to Hell and Back has closed.  The restaurant closed in February of 2019 and owner Dustin Palmisano said in a local article that it was due to declining business and a street construction project that caused business to drop dramatically.

Dustin also said, "The Gordon Ramsay (expletive) didn’t help. That didn’t close me, no. But it pissed some people off.”  Dustin thinks the renovation done on the show drove off some of the locals that used to frequent the restaurant.

A local restaurant name Cafe Beignet with multiple locations in New Orleans opened in the Old Coffee Pot location.  They named their restaurant at this location Cafe Beignet at Old Coffee Pot.

The Old Coffee Pot has been marked as 'Closed' on the 24 Hours to Hell and Back Updates page.

The Capri From Kitchen Nightmares Has Closed

The Capri restaurant in Eagle Rock, California which appeared on season 4 of Kitchen Nightmares has closed.  The restaurant posted on their Facebook page in September 2019 stating, "The end of an era. Thank you all. We will miss you!!"  The owners, twins Jim and Jeff also posted a video after their last night of business and thanked everybody including Gordon Ramsay.



The Capri was featured on Kitchen Nightmares in 2011 and since their appearance, the reviews for the restaurant were pretty positive with 4-star ratings on most online sites.  Capri has been marked as 'Closed' on the Kitchen Nightmares Updates Page and this is the 10th restaurant from season 4 to close.

Catfish Cabin From 24 Hours to Hell and Back Has Closed

Catfish Cabin in Memphis, Tennessee which appeared on season two of 24 Hours to Hell and Back has closed.  The restaurant closed in August 2019 and a new restaurant opened at the location in September 2019.

Catfish Cabin owner Charles Ezzell still owns the building and leases it to a new restaurant called Bell’s Catfish & Soul Food Restaurant.  Charles also shared the recipes from Catfish Cabin with new the owner Bevis Bell. (Link)


Catfish Cabin went back to their old recipes and stated after the makeover that they were still struggling, so the fact that they closed isn't much of a surprise.  Here is the more detailed update from the Catfish Cabin episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back and the restaurant has been marked 'Closed' on the 24 Hours to Hell and Back Update Page.

UPDATE 12/2020 - Catfish Cabin founder Charles Ezzell passed away due to COVID-19 complications. (Link)

24 Hours to Hell and Back - M'Dears Bakery & Bistro

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Los Angeles to try to save M'Dears Bakery & Bistro. M'Dears Bakery & Bistro is both a bakery and a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.  While Gordon Ramsay is there, he finds that M'Dears is dated and that the owners are resistant to change.  There is also tension between the owners and staff.

Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for M'Dears Bakery & Bistro since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Social Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Costa Mesa, California to try to save Social.  Social is a gastropub that is located in a very competitive restaurant market.  While Gordon is there, he will transform Social with renovations, a fresh new menu and hope for the future.


Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Social since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Los Toros Mexican Restaurant Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Los Angeles, California to try to save Los Toros Mexican Restaurant.  Los Toros Mexican Restaurant has been around for decades in San Fernando Valley and Gordon Ramsay discovers an owner who is over-worked and facing a large amount of debt.  Gordon also realizes the restaurant is taking a toll on the owner's health.


Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Los Toros Mexican Restaurant since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Boardwalk 11 Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Los Angeles, California to try to save Boardwalk 11. Boardwalk 11 is a gastro pub and karaoke bar owned by Steven Spear.  He and his staff lack commitment to the restaurant and more people seem to come for karaoke rather than a dining experience.  While Gordon Ramsay is inspecting the kitchen, he once again finds foods that repulse him.



Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Boardwalk 11 since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Bayou on the Vine Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Kansas City, Missouri to try to save Bayou on the Vine. Bayou on the Vine is a family-owned and operated Cajun restaurant and the family dynamic at the restaurant is creating a challenging work environment.  There are two sisters "at war" and their constant disagreements and fighting are hurting the business.  The restaurant was renamed to Gadson's by Gordon Ramsay, but it appears the restaurant did not keep the name.


Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Bayou on the Vine/Gadson's since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Stone's Throw Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Seymour, Connecticut to try to save Stone's Throw. Stone's Throw is a family-owned, fine-dining restaurant located on the Housatonic River.  While Gordon Ramsay is there he finds that the owners have let their sons and coworkers slack off, which has resulted in poor food quality and a dirty restaurant.


Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Stone's Throw since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Catfish Cabin Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Memphis, Tennessee to try to save Catfish Cabin.  Catfish Cabin is a traditional southern-style restaurant that was established in 1971.  While Gordon Ramsay is there, he finds a passionate and fragmented team, which is negatively impacting the restaurant.  He also finds a dirty kitchen with grease and cockroaches.


Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Catfish Cabin since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Vasi's Taverna (Vasi's Restaurant and Bar) Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Waterbury, Connecticut to try to save Vasi's Restaurant and Bar.  Vasi's Restaurant and Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant owned by Vasilios Kaloidis.  While Gordon Ramsay is there, he discovers a disconnect between Vasilios and the executive chef which is preventing updates that the restaurant needs.  Gordon also decides to rename the restaurant to Vasi's Taverna and gives it more of a Mediterranean theme.


Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Vasi's Taverna (Vasi's Restaurant and Bar) since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - Shanty on 19th Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in Allentown, Pennsylvania to try to save Shanty on 19th. Shanty on 19th is a restaurant in the theater district of Allentown and a feud between the restaurant owner and staff is negatively impacting the business and everyone's personal lives.  The owner's father is a source of a lot of the drama and Gordon is going to need to change a lot of things in 24 hours for this restaurant to get turned around.


Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for Shanty on 19th since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).

24 Hours to Hell and Back - The Trolley Stop Cafe Update

On tonight's episode of 24 Hours to Hell and Back, Gordon Ramsay is in New Orleans, Louisiana to try to save The Trolley Stop Cafe. The Trolley Stop Cafe is a Cajun-inspired restaurant that is having problems due to an absentee owner.  While Gordon is there, he finds a filthy kitchen with things in it such as moldy cheese sauce.  The staff has a lack of communication and discipline, and Gordon Ramsay will try to turn the restaurant around in 24 hours with the help of Chef Aaron Sanchez.

Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for The Trolley Stop Cafe since 24 Hours to Hell and Back and Gordon Ramsay made all of the changes to the restaurant (note - all reviews are post-makeover).