A fight to make the “Hell’s Kitchen” season 24 finale takes place tonight on FOX. Chef Gordon Ramsay will be teasing the final three chefs on “Hell’s Kitchen” 2026 with a day of pampering/ However, it ends with challenges that will test them for a spot in the finale. The remaining chefs on “Hell’s Kitchen” season 24 continue their battle tonight. Find out who gets eliminated on “Hell’s Kitchen” 2026 tonight with us during our “Hell’s Kitchen” live recap below.
Hell of a Showdown
Last week on “Hell’s Kitchen: Battle of the States,” we had back-to-back new episodes. Chef Ramsay put the five remaining chefs through a series of challenges. The black jackets were handed out, and the all-female final five chefs were feeling the pressure. In the end, two more chefs were eliminated.
For tonight, the chefs will be surprised by friends and family members. Then celebrity guest judges will help Chef Ramsay determine which two chefs will be competing in next week’s finale. Who will it be? We made our predictions earlier, so check them out while the fight to be named the winner of “Hell’s Kitchen” season 24 continues tonight. Follow along with our Live Recap below!
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The Final 3
The ladies head back to the dorms and get two tickets to anywhere Allegiant flies! The emotions are flying high right now!
The Final Challenge
Chef Ramsay calls the Final 3 back to the kitchen, which shocks them. He discusses the final challenge, which will have them design a menu: one cold appetizer, one hot appetizer, and three entrees (chicken, fish, and beef).
Chef Ramsay will also assign each of them a sous chef to work with. Jada will work with Chef James, Ellie will work with Chef Kesha, and Cydni will work with Chef Michelle. They then meet with their sous chefs to discuss the menus and what their plans are.
The Next Day on ‘Hell’s Kitchen’
The next day arrives, and the chefs head to the kitchen to meet Chef Ramsay. He talks about getting his start in cooking and some of his mentors. Chef Ramsay then shares video messages from their loved ones, which gets the emotions riding high again.
Then Chef Ramsay surprises them all, as the videos come to life and their loved ones arrive in the kitchen! Chef Ramsay has arranged a beautiful brunch with their loved ones. Then they will be doing press. They will get hair and makeup done, then photo shoots, and meet the press.
Family Time
The chefs get some quality time with their loved ones, which is exactly what they need. Ellie missed her dad’s wedding, so she is sad about that.
Then Chef Ramsay surprised the chefs while they were with their loved ones, talking about their journeys. He tells them to enjoy these final days, and it’s nice to see a softer side of Chef Ramsay on “Hell’s Kitchen” season 24.
The chefs then head out to get their hair and makeup done. Then it’s time to get styled and get some new outfits for their photoshoot. He says the “press” is waiting, but he has a surprise up his sleeve. The doors open, and behind them is a dining room full of people who are all clapping for them. Ellie is then surprised by her dad, who just arrived.
Challenge Time
With the dining room cheering them on, the chefs will now get to make their five-course meal for Chef Ramsay and the guest judges. The top two finishers from this challenge will move on to the finale next week.
Jada is having issues with her gnocchi, as the dough is too warm and not cooking properly, even after placing it in ice water. Cydni is having issues poaching her eggs. The third time was not the charm for the gnocchi, as Jada is still struggling. The time runs out, and time to taste some dishes.
Round 1 – This is the cold appetizer and will be judged by Chef Susan Feniger.
- Jada – They said it looks really good. She says it has good heat, and it’s quite delicious.
- Ellie – She said the flavors work really well together. She loved the horseradish in there. Loved the chop on the meat.
- Cydni – The fruit is great, brings the sweetness out.
- Scores – Jada gets a 10, Ellie is a 9, and Cydni is an 8
Round 2 – This is the hot appetizer and will be judged by Chef Nina Compton.
- Ellie – She said this is super light as an appetizer, and a great start to any meal.
- Cydni – It has some heat, but really builds. She loves spice that builds.
- Jada – Chef Nina said it’s extremely tough, as she’s picky about her gnocchi. She said it was like a pillow, super airy and delicate.
- Scores – Ellie got an 8 (17 total), Cydni got an 8 (16 total), and Jada got a 9 (19 total)
Final Challenge Continues On
Round 3 – This is the fish course and will be judged by Chef Ming Tsai
- Jada – Chef Ming said it’s a little crowded, but looks beautiful. The fish is cooked beautifully.
- Ellie – He loves the fennel and has a great texture. Wanted a little more acid.
- Cydni – He loved the egg there, and it makes it look sexy. It was delicious.
- Scores – Jada gets an 8 (27 total), Ellie is a 9 (26 total), and Cydni is a 9 (25 total)
Round 4 – This is the chicken entree and will be judged by Chef David Stanridge
- Cydni – He said it looks great, and the presentation is really nice. The chicken is eared beautifully. The flavor is good.
- Jada – The sauce is really good. The onions are a little much, but overall, really good.
- Ellie – This was brave, but it’s really nice.
- Scores – Jada gets an 8 (35 total), Ellie is a 9 (35 total), and Cydni is an 8 (33 total)
Finale Round – This is the beef entree and will be judged by Chef Stephanie Izard
- Cydni – She said a lot of components, but it looks good. It’s cooked perfectly.
- Jada – The cut on the steak is great. The cook and seasoning are just right, but it eats rich.
- Ellie – Chef Stephanie said it’s beautiful. Everything on the plate works for that sear of the steak.
- Scores – Jada gets a 9 (44 total), Cydni is a 9 (42 total), and Ellie is a 9 (44 total)
Results on ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ 2026
With the final challenge complete, the two chefs moving on to the finale next week are Jada and Ellie. Both of them scored 44 points total. In the end, Cydni finished with only 42 points, and she has been eliminated from the competition.
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Picking Their Brigades
Before the episode ends, the chefs get a chance to pick their brigades for next week since the eliminated chefs are in the dining room. They tied with 44, but Jada got the only 10, so she gets to pick first:
- Jada – Anaiya, Anthony, Henry, and Chris
- Ellie – Cydni, Lisa, Jayden, and Alexandra
The final dinner service will take place next week, so who are you picking as the winner?
Jada!
Yesss!!