Man V. Food is a show that is all about intense eating challenges. Its hosts, Adam Richman
and Casey Webb, travel around America, and take on some daunting eating challenges along
the way! Richman and Webb have attempted some of the craziest food challenges out there.
So here are the 10 absolute worst challenges on Man V. Food.
The Dagwood Challenge (Ohio Deli And Restaurant)
This challenge went down in Columbus, Ohio, at the Ohio Deli and Restaurant. It was one
of those quantity challenges, and host Adam Richman often finds these types of challenges
especially tough. He suffers for his art in order to entertain his loyal fans. When Richman
faced down the massive Dagwood sandwich, with its epic height, not to mention a full pound
of golden-brown french fries, he worried about the high starch content. When eating challenges
are heavy on starches, it's harder to complete them successfully. This challenge was very
popular with viewers, although it probably wasn't the most intense challenge of them
all. During the challenge, Richman utilized strategy in order to cope. He won the challenge. Could
you win the challenge? To do so, you'll need to gorge on a crazily huge sandwich made from
a whopping twenty-one ounces of cold cuts. The Dagwood features seven ounces of ham,
seven ounces of turkey and seven ounces of roast beef. It's also adorned with mayo and
cheese. The fillings are placed between slices of french bread. The huge pile of french fries
is on the side. You'll have half an hour to tackle this carb-laden eating challenge. If
you do it, you'll get a pic on the eatery's Wall of Fame. You'll also receive a t-shirt
that lets the world know that you devoured the Dagwood. If you lose, you'll still get
something. It's a t-shirt that says, "The Dagwood Kicked My A**!” Challenge rules
may change from time to time. Check with your Ohio Deli And Restaurant server before undertaking
this one. Then, prepare to work your way through a veritable Matterhorn of bread, meat and
potatoes.
Fire in Your Hole Hot Wings (Munchies 420 Cafe)
Richman has a rep for excelling in the hellfire-style challenges. He can usually triumph when it
comes to spicy challenges. However, a "fire in your hole" eating challenge at a Sarasota,
Florida cafe was just too much for him. Richman visited Munchies 420 Cafe and felt that the
odds were stacked against him right from the very start. He complained that staff members
at the cafe, who were wearing microphones, could be heard talking about overloading the
hot wings used in the challenge with a full bottle of brutally spicy chili extract. The
hot sauce was called Jet Black Ghost and using the whole bottle was a trick that the staff
members allegedly employed for the purpose of smoking Adam out. This hot sauce treachery
may be the reason why Richman couldn't finish this challenge. Richman was upset that he
got special treatment, which decreased his odds of finishing the ten seriously spicy
hot wings. He wanted to take the same eating challenge that other people took. He was also
angry because it's not safe to put that much spicy chili extract in food. It can actually
be a dangerous thing. Richman said that the same extract is utilized as a weapon in law
enforcement grenades in India. So, Richman lost this one, but maybe not fair and square.
B3 “Big Badass Burrito” (NASCAR Cafe)
The NASCAR Cafe in Las Vegas is no more, but memories of its six-pound B3 Burrito linger...especially
for Adam Richman. This challenge signified another humiliating defeat for Richman. He
made a strong effort, but couldn't muster the strength to swallow every bite of the
mammoth burrito. If Adam had managed to eat the whole thing, he would have grabbed a spot
on the Wall of Fame. He also would have been awarded a lifetime pass to the Sahara hotel's
"Speed: The Ride" roller coaster - though a roller coaster is probably the last thing
anyone would want to think about after eating this monstrous burrito. The NASCAR Cafe was
situated within the Sahara, until a 2011 renovation led to the cafe's demise. To win this challenge,
Richman needed to eat a 6-pound burrito that measured 24 inches in length. The time limit
was 90 minutes or less. This burrito contained onions, sour cream, shredded beef, 4 flour
tortillas, enchilada sauce, guacamole and nacho cheese. It also contained beans. The
whole thing had a calorie count of five thousand. That's basically two day's of food for most
people, or even more. During the second season of Man V. Food, Richman took the challenge.
Before his attempt, only 2 out of 200 people had managed to inhale the whole burrito. So,
the odds were against Adam from the start. He managed to eat 75 percent of the savory
treat in just fifteen minutes. A little past the half-hour mark, he just couldn't continue.
A pound remained and Richman conceded defeat.
Hot Dogger Eating Challenge (Roast Grill)
This challenge went down in Raleigh, North Carolina. It was one of those challenges that
is a record-breaker. During the Chili Dog Challenge, Richman scarfed down seventeen
hot dogs. Each hot dog featured mustard, as well as chili that was made from scratch.
Adam had 60 minutes to eat all of the hot dogs. He managed to get the job done in half
the time. This earned him a record. After setting a new record, Richman was offered
the chance to rename the eating challenge. He dubbed it the "Man V. Food Hot Dog Challenge".
After Adam set a new record, the person who held the record before Richman decided to
step up his own game. He came back to the Roast Grill, ate eighteen chili dogs in just
23 minutes, and got his record back. The name of the challenge was then reverted to the
original "Hot dogger eating challenge”. Richman outdid himself here, but that previous
record-holder was determined to reclaim his crown. Imagine eating so many hot dogs, all
of which are loaded with chili and condiments, in such a short time. Pro eating challenge
participants deserve props for their dedication and commitment. Remember, they do it all to
entertain us. Maybe they want to beat their personal bests, too. Will Adam ever try to
regain his record? Maybe not. It seems like his eating challenge days are behind him.
Eating challenges put some tough demands on the human body.
Stuffed Pizza Challenge (Randy's Wooster St. Pizza Shop)
Adam traveled to Connecticut to take on a stuffed pizza challenge at Randy's Wooster
St. Pizza Shop. This eating challenge required finishing a whopping ten pounds of stuffed
pizza. The pizza measured twenty-two inches in diameter. This challenge was a big difference
from the others, because it wasn't just Adam trying to finish the food. It was a challenge
that Adam took on along with another participant. While Adam had some help, he went all out
during the challenge and distinguished himself by eating his share before the time limit
was reached. He didn't finish until there was just one second remaining on the clock.
If you saw just how much stuffed pizza was on each guy's plate at the start of the challenge,
you'd know that this challenge was a daunting one. Adam and his compadre had a lot of dipping
sauces that they could use to make things go down a little easier. Of course, dipping
the pizza means taking in even more food! This challenge was right down to the wire,
which made it very exciting. Fans cheered for the guys as they chowed down. Partway
through the challenge, a light sheen of sweat appeared on Adam's face. He was giving his
all and it showed. Eating on this scale certainly isn't easy. It's a tough job and not everyone
is cut out for it.
Ultimate Slider Challenge (Chompie's)
During this challenge, Adam Richman visited Chompie's in Tempe, Arizona. The year was
2010 and the challenge took place during the third season of the show. In preparation for
the challenge, bakers at Chompie's whipped up tons of extra Challah buns, just to ensure
that demand would be met. Unfortunately, Adam couldn't manage to complete the slider challenge.
The plate of sliders that he was served was so huge. The plate featured a mass of Jewish
sliders. Perhaps too many Jewish sliders, because few people manage to ace this tough
challenge. When the challenge was shown on TV, people flocked to various Chompie's eateries
in Arizona to get their own sliders. Over 7,600 of the treats were sold that day. This
eating challenge was so hard. The plate of sliders weighed in at five full pounds. There
were a dozen sliders on the plate, plus a bunch of onion strings. To get on the restaurant's
Wall of Fame, challengers need to devour every single bit in just half an hour or less. While
Richman couldn't secure a place on the Wall of Fame, he sure entertained the hungry crowd.
He also helped the world to discover the wonders of Jewish sliders from Chompie's. When eating
challenges are carb-heavy, like this one, it's tougher to make the grade. These sliders
look tasty, in moderation. Their buns are rich and chewy and substantial. Their fillings
are...filling. How many sliders could you eat in 30 minutes or less?
15 Dozen Oyster Challenge (Acme Oyster House)
When Adam dropped by the Acme Oyster House in New Orleans, he was ready to try and join
the "15 Dozen Club". Only those who can eat 15 dozen oysters in one sitting become members
of this exclusive club. We're talking about eating 180 oysters. That's a lot. Adam did
get the job done. Acme Oyster House is located on Iberville Street in New Orleans. Adam joined
the 15 Dozen Club in January of 2009. The most prolific Oyster eater ever at the French
Quarter branch of Acme Oyster House is Pat Bertoletti, from Palos Heights, Illinois.
Pat consumed 44 dozen oysters at Acme Oyster House. Pat accomplished this feat in July
of 2015. There's no shortage of raw oysters at Acme Oyster House. Other delicacies include
Po-Boy sandwiches; Boo fries that come with cheese, gravy and roast beef; seafood gumbo;
and crab cakes. The oyster overload that Adam experienced during the challenge had
an interesting and understandable side effect. He basically lost all desire to eat oysters
afterwards. He has eaten several since then, but less than a dozen. They aren't his first
choice when it comes to chowing down off-camera. If you want to retain your love of oysters,
you may want to sit this challenge out.
Kodiak Arrest Challenge (Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse)
This food challenge was a bit more exotic and interesting. It wasn't the usual hot wings
or mega-sandwich challenge. According to Richman, this was the eating challenge that he liked
the best. Food offered during the Kodiak Arrest Challenge was out of the ordinary and very
Alaskan! During the challenge, the Man V. Food host had to consume a feast that weighed
six pounds. It included reindeer sausage, Alaskan crab legs, cakes made from wild salmon,
mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables. Plus, he had to eat ice cream for dessert. The time
limit for this challenge was ninety minutes. This meal was big enough to feed a crowd,
but Richman had to devour all of it on his own. It took him fifteen minutes just to crack
open the Alaskan crab legs. However, Richman managed to swallow everything and complete
the challenge. If you want to try this challenge, head for Humpy's in Anchorage. If you complete
the challenge within the time limit, your food will be free and you'll get a funny t-shirt,
plus a spot on the winner's Hall of Fame. The fastest time so far for this eating challenge
is twelve minutes and thirty-eight seconds. You won't be able to leave your table during
the challenge. If you lose, your feast will cost you $179.99.
Absolutely Ridiculous Burger Challenge (Mallie's Sports Grill & Bar)
With this challenge, the format was a little different. Adam took on a challenge with 40
or so other people. He headed for Mallie's Sports Bar & Grill in Southgate, Michigan,
and he and his crew then attempted to polish off a burger that weighed 190 pounds. The
burger was a Guinness World Record holder! This challenge had never happened before.
It was a new and different thing. Adam and his group of eaters could not finish the burger
within the two-hour time limit, so this challenge resulted in a team loss. If you want one of
these burgers for your own group event, you're welcome to order one, but you'll need to shell
out two thousand bucks for this mammoth savory treat. The burger-eating event was exciting.
It included a KISS tribute band, and firefighters and hockey players were there to help Richman
take part in the challenge. Each person would have needed to eat around five pounds of food
in order to win the challenge, but the group just couldn't do it. This challenge was too
much for them. People seemed relieved when it was over. Have you ever eaten five pounds
of food at one sitting? If you have, you may have what it takes to enter these crazy eating
contests. Some people can handle a lot more food than others.
The Five Milkshake Challenge (Crown Candy Kitchen)
The idea of consuming this much dairy at one time is really kind of gross. It's just a
lot of rich, creamy dairy all at once. Even the most passionate milkshake fans may find
that drinking down five big, thick milkshakes in one sitting is just impossible. Richman
did complete the Five Milkshake Challenge at Crown Candy Kitchen, but vomited afterwards.
He had consumed 120 ounces of the challenge drink in less than half an hour. It's no wonder
he made a beeline for the bathroom afterwards. Richman has pushed himself to the edge for our amusement.
These eating challenges are just out of hand. Most people could not complete them, and Richman's
completed plenty of them. But it couldn’t last forever. Adam eventually gave up the
eating challenges. Some of those challenges, including the Hellfire challenges, caused
him physical pain. He doesn't miss the feeling of pain and uncomfortable fullness. But while
he was still in the competitive eating game, he reigned supreme.
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