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Fans of drama have grown to expect to see Jeremy Allen playing Lip Gallagher on the popular Showtime show Shameless. That show finally met its conclusion in its 11th season in 2021. But we didn’t have to wait for a long time to see where the popular actor would turn up next. That’s because he’s currently starring on FX’s The Bear.
The show centers around a fine dining chef named Carmy Berzatto who is forced to move home to Chicago to run his family’s restaurant when his brother unexpectedly commits suicide. For those who are in or have worked in the food service industry, the show is loaded with real-life anxiety surrounding the culinary portion of the show. Even still, people can’t get enough of this fast-paced, exciting, dramatic show.
But, even though the show was already renewed for a second season, the thrilling show wrapped up Season 1 at the end of June. Luckily, fans eagerly awaiting food porn and anxious kitchen moments can get their fix in other places. For them, we decided to make a list of the best restaurant-centric movies to watch while they wait. Keep scrolling to see them all.
Chef Movies
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'Big Night'
This iconic movie centers around two Italian-born brothers who open a restaurant in New Jersey. The food is a little different than American palates are used to and the restaurant is struggling. Will it survive?
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'The Hundred-Foot Journey'
This movie centers around the Kadam family who move from India to France to open a restaurant. Across the street is a Michelin-starred rival.
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'Ratatouille'
You might think an animated movie about a rat has no business being on this list. Well, it does. That’s because, even though it’s silly at times, it gives viewers a glimpse into the world of fine dining in France.
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'Burnt'
A formerly big-name chef, whose career in Paris was derailed by addiction issues, gets a second chance at a London restaurant.
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'Boiling Point'
This extremely dramatic, thrilling movie centers around a head chef named Andy Jones as he attempts to balance his work and personal life on the busiest night of the year.
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'Waiting'
Ryan Reynolds starred in this comedy about a group of servers at a goofy chain restaurant. Hilarity and awkward situations abound.
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'Chef'
Prestigious chef Carl Casper quits his job after the owner disregards his talent. He goes on a life and career-changing journey to make a better connection with his son while he starts a food truck with his friend.
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'Uncorked'
This is the story of a man who decides to become a master sommelier instead of opting to work for his family’s barbecue restaurant.
