In Yorkshire, purveyors of posh nosh The Barn take on Disco Kitchen's eclectic menu and quirky Scandi-inspired restaurant Fint.
In Bristol, can slick Bambalan's flavours of the Med sail to the top, or will vegan Caribbean restaurant Fi Real and Mexican restaurant Dalia Cucina bring the heat?
In south Wales, can Prego's carbonara compliments see off the competition from La Cocina Tapas' fresh Spanish servings and the Lamb and Flag's posh pub grub?
In east London, Bombetta let their ingredients do the talking, but can Jellyfish's Lebanese-inspired street food liven things up or will Omnino raise the steaks?
In Manchester, BrewChimp Indian Social Club take on a battle of the BBQs between One Plus Chinese Restaurant and the Old School BBQ Bus's tantalising Texan.
In Newcastle, Namaste Indian Restaurant and Club Prosecco Lounge take on Pigalos' finger-licking messy works of art, and fish and chippy Balls of Prudhoe.
In Liverpool, it's a battle of the lobsters as Italian Club Fish take on The Seafood Kitchen's wow-factor platter and Chinese restaurant Lu Ban's dinner at the chef's table.
In Shoreditch, can Filipino fusion restaurant Rapsa's risky pig's head impress, or will Orange Buffalo's signature chicken wings and host of sauces, and Touch of Greek's monster prawns conquer?
In Nottingham, can The Wine Room City's mini-feast see off the competition from Annie's Burger Shack's stateside supper and The Lobster Pot's seafood classics?
In Manchester, Hayden's Kitchen at The Gallows' posh pub grub takes on Amma's Canteen's authentic South Indian offerings and The Waterside's cocktails and gastropub cuisine.
In Bristol, The Cloak and Dagger kick things off, with Sebastian and Alex who face countryside pub The Boars Head, and two competitive cousins at The Coconut Tree.
In West Yorkshire, first to host is Richard and John from The Quarry with their British nosh, who take on Bento's owners Winston and Kenny, and Tammy and Holly of West End House.
In Birmingham, Bun & Co's Indian-fusion fast food takes on an Oktoberfest evening at The Rafters Cafe and the Lion Sports Bar's Caribbean cuisine.
In Newcastle, husband and wife Daimon and Steph's home comforts at Savoury Fix face Andy's Asian-fusion at River Beat, and a seafood selection at Caboose.
In Liverpool, the pros head to Harringtons to try tapas, before Esto Es Espana serve up their dishes Spanish style. Finally, at Kerala Kitchen, it's time to dance!
The pros head to Birmingham to visit The Oyster Club, followed by Caribbean pub Wildmoor Oak and restaurant Eight. On day two, a round of limbo gets everyone loose!
In Glasgow, Saffron By Paradise face their fellow pros Red Onion, and some after-dinner dancing really puts the 'bash' into Calabash's authentic African evening.
In Nottingham, The Plough sets things off to a cracking start, before restaurant Paris showcase their French posh nosh, and Gemma from The Red Lion sheds a tear.
The pros head to Cardiff, where Mexican taco restaurant La Pantera faces steak house The Gate, and gastropub fare at The Horse and Jockey.
In Glasgow, music and food venue Bloc faces Amore d'Italia and sushi and noodle soup chain Maki and Ramen, where the mains lead to a cacophony of slurping sounds!
In Sheffield, the Butcher and Catch take on Plesters' international cuisine and The Garrison's fine dining, but will their chance to bag the grand slip through the net?
In Swansea, Adelina's hope that their modern Indian cooking and effervescent evening can beat Juniper Place and a truly Welsh experience at The Dillwyn Arms.
In Birmingham and Wolverhampton, Rodeos pit their American BBQ-themed grub against Smoking Bagels' pop-up Caribbean fest and Adian's Dining's fusion fare.
In Brighton and Hove, Planet India warm up the week with cosy curries. But can Bonsai Plant Kitchen impress and will Botanique's hydroponic farm make a splash?
In Belfast, Holohan's Pantry take on Acapulco Mexican Restaurant and 2 Taps' Spanish nosh, in a week featuring some serious schmoozing and a saucy showdown.
In Oxfordshire, The Snooty Mehmaan and The Old Crown Coaching Inn take on Luscombes at the Golden Ball's show-stopping souffle. Who will rise to the occasion?
A modern twist on Indian cooking in Darlington takes on a vegan restaurant in Middlesbrough and a traditional Indian in Hartlepool.
Three very different restaurants compete in Exeter. Will the foodies in the room be impressed by fried chicken?
There's brutal honesty and a bizarre game involving body parts and a cup as three Essex eateries compete to be top dog.
There's messy eating, post-dessert dancing, and ketchup revelations as Sicilian, Mexican and American restaurants compete in Sheffield.
In Edinburgh, Divino Enoteca take on Ed and James's foraged fodder and Aurora's vegan fare, in a week featuring seasoning scrutiny and portion size put-downs.
In Swansea, the Secret Bar and Kitchen hope that their fishy fare will impress. But can The Plough's flaming pud or The Mine's elegant entrée steal the show?
In Birmingham, the Island Lounge goes up against Jungle Street Kitchen's global grub and The Loft, in a week featuring garrulous guests and dubious dancing.
In Sussex, the MED's risky fare causes a stir. Can Big Fat Greek Taverna's simple starter impress? And will Ami Bistro's expertly executed fish sink or swim?
In Northern Ireland, Mourne Seafood Bar take on Top of the Town and Gnostic, in a week featuring a Pavarotti proclamation and some salsa splendor.
In Oxfordshire, The White Hart pit their alfresco asado BBQ cooking against The Hand and Shears' traditional pub grub and Whistlers' hand-dived scallops.
In Middlesbrough, can Lost Property's surf-and-turf sharing boards make waves? And will Finkle and Green's small plates and Banh Mi's pan-Asian food impress?
In Devon, there's grazing and plonk at Honky Tonk and a farm-to-fork experience at The Bear and Blacksmith. And how will Twenty Seven's fine food fare?
It's a plant-based battle in Essex, as Billy and Sam pit their vegan BBQ menu against rival vegan restaurant, The Oak Tree, and Caesars' fine-dining fodder.
In Edinburgh, will Bundits' colourful Asian street food outshine Riverlife's French Caribbean cuisine and the sensational Scottish flavours of Piper's Rest?
