Gordon Ramsay’s visit to La Riviera in Inverness, Scotland, marked one of Kitchen Nightmares’ most fascinating episodes. Multi-millionaire owner Barry Larson and French chef Loic Lefebvre struggled to make their fine-dining vision work, despite investing nearly £2 million in the venture. In this follow-up video, we explore the dramatic journey of La Riviera after Gordon’s intervention and reveal whether their pursuit of a coveted Michelin star ever became reality.
The original episode showcased several memorable moments:
• Chef Loic’s unwavering commitment to complex, pretentious dishes that alienated local diners
• A shocking £8,000 weekly operating cost for food and staff alone
• Did the restaurant ever win a Michelin star?
• A pivotal taste test with an AA inspector that challenged Loic’s elaborate cooking style
• The ambitious transformation attempt including a new chef’s table concept and Scottish-themed renovations
Did Loic finally embrace Gordon’s advice about simplifying his dishes? What became of Barry’s massive investment and his dream of bringing fine dining to Inverness? How did the restaurant’s rebranding to “Abstract” impact its success? And most intriguingly, did Loic’s culinary journey eventually lead him to the Michelin recognition he so desperately sought?
Watch to discover the surprising twists and turns in La Riviera’s post-Kitchen Nightmares story.
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I think I'm early today
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I always seem to feel Ramsey was setup for failure in some of these. The biggest problem is no one ever listens to him.
luick also cooked for the then president of france.
Can i say that the whole context of this episode is WEIRD? How can such an experienced and skilled owner and chef STRUGGLE? They have a curriculum that says that both of them where THE BEST OF THE BEST
The one time Gordon had to help a restaurant with too high standards instead of one with too low standards
Gordon Ramsey is wearing his famous Jack Skellington suit
4:04 Maybe Brian from the Fenwick Arms bought all of them.
While there wasn't/isn't a Wimpy's in Inverness. There is still one in Dingwall, slightly North West of Inverness ( about a 20 minute drive). As far as I'm aware it's one of the last open and is supper surreal when entering it, like going through a time machine. Is always a staple when I go and visit home
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6:44 Alcoholics Anonymous? Very scottish
In the gutter looking up at stars
I literally just watch this episode last night! Idk how this always happens with this channel 😂 ❤
Thanks for doing a vid on this one, with this being my hometown I used to regularly walk past the restaurant on my way home all the time yet never been to eat there
Sadly the menu is still to fancy and unique for my taste despite it being more casual
I’m also happy to report that the menus from the other restaurants that Gordon looked at to compare prices are still open today, so the city is doing well
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Kudos pronouncing "Edinburgh" correctly 👏 😊
Nice! This is my favorite KN ever. I hoped the chef got his star.
I've never had Pheasant in my 32 years of life in Scotland 🤣
I understand the point made with refusing the soda water but surely if the customer asks for something they should get it? The customer is always right in matters of taste
He deserves that Michelin star 🌟 and I hope he gets more ❤
First mistake is thinking it's a good idea to introduce KFC anywhere.