Bar Rescue
Mixologist - Out Of The Park
Season 4 • 12/13/2013
The Professional Mixologist teach the staff how to make the Out of the Park.

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01:34
Bar RescueS4 E1
How Did Taffer Save The Artful Dodger?
How Did Taffer Save The Artful Dodger?
This Long Island bar was failing because the staff had lost all self-respect. Jon Taffer had to make the staff believe in success before he could make the bar profitable again.
10/01/2014
02:42
Bar RescueS4 E1
'Drink The Bugs!'
'Drink The Bugs!'
Taffer becomes incensed after his recon spies are repeatedly served cocktails with bugs in them. The lesson here: Don't serve something if you aren't ready to drink it yourself.
10/03/2014
03:04
Bar RescueS4 E1
Underage Drinking: A Huge Concern
Underage Drinking: A Huge Concern
The staff at Artful Dodger fails miserably when they allow a supposedly underage girl to drink. This is a giant liability.
10/05/2014
02:35
Bar RescueS4 E1
Phil Wills & Jessie Barnes To The Rescue
Phil Wills & Jessie Barnes To The Rescue
Since the service at Artful Dodger is so awful, Taffer brings in a few members of his A-Team to shake things up. Some of their observations don't sit very well with the staff.
10/05/2014
01:25
Bar RescueS4 E2
'All Of This Is F***in' Garbage!'
'All Of This Is F***in' Garbage!'
Illegal liquor and festering food are just the tip of the iceberg at this Yonkers bar.
10/08/2014
01:22
Bar RescueS4 E2
Attack On The Bar Rescue Crew
Attack On The Bar Rescue Crew
This Yonkers, NY sports bar is losing all of its money and credibility, fast. After Taffer confronts one of the drunken owners, a brawl ensues-- and not even our own Bar Rescue crew is safe.
10/08/2014
02:04
Bar RescueS4 E2
Pandemonium In Yonkers
Pandemonium In Yonkers
In the aftermath of an assault on the Bar Rescue crew, the team meets to discuss safety issues moving forward.
10/12/2014
01:56
Bar RescueS4 E2
SoYo: Manhattan Quality In Yonkers
SoYo: Manhattan Quality In Yonkers
Taffer successfully turns a dangerous dive bar into a classy establishment for the young up-and-coming population in Yonkers.
10/12/2014
02:06
Bar RescueS4 E4
Laguna Lounge Is Sinking
Laguna Lounge Is Sinking
Ivan, owner of this Jersey City watering hole, is more concerned with DJing than running a successful business. It has already cost him his marriage, but will he lost his business?
10/23/2014
01:37
Bar RescueS4 E4
How Did Taffer Break Through To El Comandante?
How Did Taffer Break Through To El Comandante?
Jon Taffer recaps how he got through to the thick-headed owner of Laguna Lounge.
10/26/2014
02:06
Bar RescueS4 E5
FDNY Bar Is Going Down In Flames
FDNY Bar Is Going Down In Flames
Jack's Ale House in Queens, NY is owned by a trio of firefighting brothers. The once happening Sunnyside watering hole is now a money pit, and a source of constant brotherly bickering.
10/31/2014
01:11
Bar RescueS4 E5
How Did Taffer Rescue The McGowans?
How Did Taffer Rescue The McGowans?
The three brothers that owned Jack's Ale House in Queens were constantly fighting, and it was hurting their bar. Taffer had to show them how to respect one another before he show them success.
11/02/2014
01:21
Bar RescueS4 E5
The Jacked-Up Grilled Cheese Challenge
The Jacked-Up Grilled Cheese Challenge
Chef Vic Vegas concocts a dangerously hot sandwich that only the bravest of eaters can stomach. If you win it, you get a free t-shirt.
11/02/2014
01:31
Bar RescueS4 E5
'Jimmy, Get The F*** Outta Here'
'Jimmy, Get The F*** Outta Here'
Jimmy's drinking and anger issues are threatening the success of Jack's Ale House in Queens, NY. These three brothers need to get their acts in order.
11/02/2014
01:53
Bar RescueS4 E6
Drunken Owner Aggressively Runs His Mouth
Drunken Owner Aggressively Runs His Mouth
Tom, the ex-police officer owner at this Philly watering hole, gets drunk every single night. Once he is nice and socially lubed up, his volatile language gets him into trouble with patrons and his staff.
11/06/2014
02:02
Bar RescueS4 E6
Philly Bar Is Losing $2,000 A Month
Philly Bar Is Losing $2,000 A Month
Tom, the ex-detective owner of Lickety Split, has been in business since 2003. Recently his incessant drinking and disrespectful behavior are threatening the livelihood of him, AND his family.
11/06/2014
01:42
Bar RescueS4 E6
Taffer Used A Special Approach For This Rescue
Taffer Used A Special Approach For This Rescue
Jon Taffer needed to use an approach rife with positive energy to help this owner and 27-year veteran of the police force.
11/09/2014
01:18
Bar RescueS4 E6
Major Pizza Problems In Philly
Major Pizza Problems In Philly
Jon Taffer and a master pizza chef inspect the pizza kitchen at Lickety Split, and find some shocking results.
11/09/2014
02:51
Bar RescueS4 E6
Dual Concept Bar In Philly Is A Winner
Dual Concept Bar In Philly Is A Winner
Jon Taffer reveals the brand new bar to Tom and his staff. Alleged & 2nd State will be South St. staples for years to come.
11/09/2014
01:22
Bar RescueS4 E7
Family Was Main Priority For This Rescue
Family Was Main Priority For This Rescue
Jon Taffer knew that he had to get two divorced parents back on civil speaking terms in order to save this bar. The well-being of their daughter, Claudia, was on the line.
11/16/2014
01:33
Bar RescueS4 E7
Taffer Helps Bruno & Shari Bury The Hatchet
Taffer Helps Bruno & Shari Bury The Hatchet
In a heartfelt moment, Taffer touches on his own experiences to help two estranged parents work together for the betterment of their daughter.
11/16/2014
01:57
Bar RescueS4 E8
Drunken Owner Embarrassing Himself
Drunken Owner Embarrassing Himself
Rob, owner of the Dirty Rooster in Antioch, Il, is more frat boy than responsible proprietor. He parties too much then proceeds to flush his profits down the drain.
11/22/2014
02:25
Bar RescueS4 E9
'It Was A Disaster!'
'It Was A Disaster!'
The stress test at Y Not 3 goes horribly due to Nick's ineptitude behind the bar.
12/07/2014
02:00
Bar RescueS4 E9
Nick's House: A Y-Not Bar
Nick's House: A Y-Not Bar
Jon Taffer transforms Y-Not III from a run-down dive to a hip and fun 70's style bar. Hopefully, they will successfully cater to a youthful demographic.
12/07/2014
01:35
Bar RescueS4 E9
How Did Taffer Save The 'Y Not' Brand?
How Did Taffer Save The 'Y Not' Brand?
Nick, the owner of Y Not 3, owed his father over half a million dollars in back rent. Jon Taffer takes us through this complex rescue.
12/07/2014
00:51
Bar RescueS4 E18
Bad Cocktails & Bad Attitudes In San Francisco
Bad Cocktails & Bad Attitudes In San Francisco
Experts Mia Mastroianni and Tiffany Derry try to talk sense to the four sisters this failing NorCal bar, but they aren’t having any of it.
03/25/2015
02:21
Bar RescueS4 E18
Irish Sisters Constantly Battle Over Bar
Irish Sisters Constantly Battle Over Bar
The Browne sisters emigrated to San Francisco and put their life savings into The Holding Co. If they don’t figure out a way to work together, they’ll lose everything.
03/27/2015
02:19
Bar RescueS4 E18
Patriot House: An American Gastropub
Patriot House: An American Gastropub
Jon Taffer calls upon the founding fathers to reinvent this San Francisco bar.
03/29/2015
02:03
Bar RescueS4 E18
Four Owners, Four Defined Roles
Four Owners, Four Defined Roles
Taffer has a business meeting with the owners of the Holding Co. and assigns each one of them a clearly defined job title. This should greatly help with their constant fighting.
03/29/2015
01:09
Bar RescueS4 E19
Piratz Tavern Burned Down Taffer's Concept
Piratz Tavern Burned Down Taffer's Concept
After Jon Taffer gave this staff a chance at success with the Corporate Bar & Grill, they outright threw it in the trash.
04/05/2015
01:07
Bar RescueS4 E19
Can Pat's Cocktails Make It?
Can Pat's Cocktails Make It?
As Taffer looks in on the operations at Pat's, some things seem a bit off...
04/05/2015
01:08
Bar RescueS4 E21
Jon Taffer Shuts Down 'The Porn Couch'
Jon Taffer Shuts Down 'The Porn Couch'
Taffer is outraged to learn that a piece of furniture used in an adult film now resides inside this bar, and that patrons have no idea.
05/29/2015
03:16
Bar RescueS4 E21
San Francisco College Bar Owes $188,000
San Francisco College Bar Owes $188,000
Park 77 boasts a desirable location near San Francisco State University, but a drunken manager’s poor decision making have put it’s success in jeopardy.
06/18/2015
02:15
Bar RescueS4 E22
Stress Test At The Bullpen
Stress Test At The Bullpen
Taffer tests each of the bartenders at The Bullpen bar in order to find the weakest link.
06/28/2015
02:25
Bar RescueS4 E23
'Maria, What Do You Do Here?'
'Maria, What Do You Do Here?'
Taffer grills the owners of Murphy's Law regarding the severe underperformance of the general manager.
07/02/2015
02:17
Bar RescueS4 E24
Over Easy: Breakfast Of Champions
Over Easy: Breakfast Of Champions
Jon Taffer places special emphasis on the robust breakfast crowd during the renovation of Six Point Inn.
07/12/2015
00:56
Bar RescueS4 E24
Jon Taffer Sets A Chef Straight
Jon Taffer Sets A Chef Straight
The stress test at Six Point Inn goes terribly, and things boil over when the kitchen sends out some badly burnt food.
07/12/2015
01:11
Bar RescueS4 E24
Taffer Mends Family Ties In Portland
Taffer Mends Family Ties In Portland
Nightlife mastermind Jon Taffer sits down with Oleg and Sunny and lays all the cards on the table.
07/12/2015
00:59
Bar RescueS4 E26
There Are Bugs Everywhere!!
There Are Bugs Everywhere!!
Jon Taffer & Chef Vic Vegas inspect one of the filthiest kitchens ever.
07/24/2015
02:05
Bar RescueS4 E27
Return To O Face
Return To O Face
Taffer sends in a pair of spies to check the current status of O Face. It doesn’t go very well.
08/02/2015
01:17
Bar RescueS4 E28
Failing Systems In The Kitchen
Failing Systems In The Kitchen
During the stress test, no orders are sent to the kitchen because the machine is unplugged.
08/09/2015
02:31
Bar RescueS4 E30
Podcaster's Advice
Podcaster's Advice
Matt Mira and Jordan Morris, podcast hosts, go undercover to see whether or not they would promote Myerz PourHouse.
08/20/2015
02:01
Bar RescueS4 E30
The Study: Best Haunted Bar In CA
The Study: Best Haunted Bar In CA
Jon Taffer revitalizes Myerz Pour House by embracing the unique “haunted house” aspect.
08/23/2015
01:08
Bar RescueS4 E30
Bar Staff Communicates With Ghost
Bar Staff Communicates With Ghost
In an attempt to rid the bar of their unwanted guest, the staff at Myerz Pour House calls in a specialist.
08/23/2015
01:37
Bar RescueS4 E30
Stress Test At Myerz Pour House
Stress Test At Myerz Pour House
Tensions run hot during when the staff is slammed at this haunted bar.
08/23/2015
01:38
Bar RescueS4 E31
Taffer Checks In On Delusional Owners
Taffer Checks In On Delusional Owners
In a special “Back to the Bar” episode, Jon Taffer checks in on some of the most aloof owners that he’s rescued.
08/26/2015
01:36
Bar RescueS4 E31
Pay Me Now, Steve!
Pay Me Now, Steve!
Steve, the misappropriating former owner of Headhunters in Austin, TX, still owes his staff several thousands that he refuses to pay.
08/30/2015
01:32
Bar RescueS4 E32
The Worst Bug Problem Taffer Has Ever Seen
The Worst Bug Problem Taffer Has Ever Seen
While inspecting this San Diego nightclub, Jon Taffer & Mia Mastroianni uncover a completely disgusting pest infestation.
10/04/2015
Highlight
01:28
Bar RescueS4 E33
What Really Happened At O Face?
What Really Happened At O Face?
Jon Taffer made "Bar Rescue" history when he walked out of the O Face and didn't look back. He now looks back at what really happened, and why he left.
09/25/2014
01:31
Bar RescueS4 E33
If You Don't Fix The Bar, I'm Leaving You!
If You Don't Fix The Bar, I'm Leaving You!
The strength of a romantic relationship that spans seven years is seriously tested by the struggles of this business.
10/11/2015
02:54
Bar RescueS4 E33
Way Point Saloon: Old West Style In SoCal
Way Point Saloon: Old West Style In SoCal
When renovating this Southern California Irish pub, Jon Taffer draws inspiration from the gold rush of the 1800s.
10/11/2015
01:33
Bar RescueS4 E33
Bob Steps Up
Bob Steps Up
The embattled owner of this Irish pub shows that he cares for his business. Taffer declares that there might be hope for this establishment yet.
10/11/2015
02:33
Bar RescueS4 E34
Royal Oaks 2.0
Royal Oaks 2.0
Jon Taffer knew that the Royal Oaks brand was too important and historic to replace. Everything else, however, needed to be drastically improved.
10/18/2015
01:24
Bar RescueS4 E34
‘I Want To Ignite This Place!’
‘I Want To Ignite This Place!’
Taffer gives some tough love to the brothers that own Royal Oaks in Youngstown, OH.
10/18/2015
02:53
Bar RescueS4 E34
Economic Struggles Threaten Ohio Bar
Economic Struggles Threaten Ohio Bar
The recession of 2008 hit Youngstown, Ohio extremely hard. Royal Oaks finds itself in the midst of a financial crisis.
10/18/2015
02:09
Bar RescueS4 E35
Fight For Something!
Fight For Something!
The art gallery inside this Ohio burger bar isn't helping revenue at all. Jon Taffer tries to scare some sense into the owners.
10/22/2015
03:05
Bar RescueS4 E35
Burger Bar Vs. Martini Bar?
Burger Bar Vs. Martini Bar?
Management disagreements are seriously threatening the success of this Youngstown bar.
10/25/2015
01:40
Bar RescueS4 E35
Jacob Emotionally Whitewashes His Art
Jacob Emotionally Whitewashes His Art
In order for this bar to be successful, Jacob needs to separate his artistic ambitions from the operations of a bar.
10/25/2015
01:15
Bar RescueS4 E36
Bacon & Cola Chicken Wings With Chef Pink
Bacon & Cola Chicken Wings With Chef Pink
Chef Pink knows that one of the best ways for a bar to be successful is to have dynamite wings.
11/01/2015
03:41
Bar RescueS4 E36
Tim Owens’ Traveler’s Tavern
Tim Owens’ Traveler’s Tavern
Taffer used the brand behind Tim “Ripper” Owens to revitalize this Akron music bar.
11/01/2015
01:44
Bar RescueS4 E36
Rock Star’s Bar Is Tanking
Rock Star’s Bar Is Tanking
Tim “Ripper” Owens spent years at the helm of legendary rock band Judas Priest. Presently, his bar in Akron, OH isn’t doing as well as his music career.
11/01/2015
01:28
Bar RescueS4 E37
In The Face!!
In The Face!!
After stealing shots in the bathroom and making her way up to the bar, one bartender has a run-in with a ceiling fan.
11/03/2015
00:50
Bar RescueS4 E37
Decorated Marine Evaluates Bar
Decorated Marine Evaluates Bar
Taffer calls on some very special reinforcements to help identify the problems at Off Base bar.
11/03/2015
01:54
Bar RescueS4 E37
Can Anybody Here Make A Manhattan?
Can Anybody Here Make A Manhattan?
Jon Taffer & Phil Wills test the bar staff at Filling Station by asking them to make a very common cocktail. Not surprisingly, none of them can.
11/08/2015
02:28
Bar RescueS4 E37
Off Base Bar: A Pub For Marines
Off Base Bar: A Pub For Marines
Jon Taffer tailored this bar for members of the United States Marine Corps at Miramar. He has set Sissy up for success.
11/08/2015
03:02
Bar RescueS4 E37
Struggling Military Bar In Miramar
Struggling Military Bar In Miramar
When Sissy moved from Hong Kong to San Diego in 2003 to chase the American Dream, she set her sights on the bar business. That dream is now in peril.
11/08/2015
00:57
Bar RescueS4 E37
Sewage Flood In The Kitchen
Sewage Flood In The Kitchen
Taffer shuts down yet another kitchen due to contamination.
11/08/2015
Highlight
01:44
Bar RescueS4 E43
Countdown To The 100th Episode
Countdown To The 100th Episode
Jon Taffer and his crew have come a long way. Now, they're looking forward to episode 100 of Bar Rescue.
02/11/2016
01:27
Bar RescueS4 E43
‘You’re Burning Your Own Furniture!!’
‘You’re Burning Your Own Furniture!!’
Jon Taffer confronts the wayward co-owner of this Minnesota biker bar.
02/29/2016
02:47
Bar RescueS4 E43
Boulder Lodge: Minnesota’s Newest Bar
Boulder Lodge: Minnesota’s Newest Bar
Taffer unifies the business and creates a wonderful new bar with a hunting cabin concept.
03/06/2016
02:18
Bar RescueS4 E44
Taffer Is Going To Work
Taffer Is Going To Work
As he watches a dog run around a completely unsanitary bar, Jon Taffer springs into action.
03/09/2016
02:35
Bar RescueS4 E44
Crafted: Organic, Homemade Cocktails
Crafted: Organic, Homemade Cocktails
Jon Taffer utilizes the natural nightlines of this St. Louis bar.
03/13/2016
00:50
Bar RescueS4 E44
The Cotton Candy Cosmo
The Cotton Candy Cosmo
Lisamarie Joyce crafts the perfect St. Louis cocktail.
03/13/2016
02:27
Bar RescueS4 E45
This Is Embezzlement & Fraud!!
This Is Embezzlement & Fraud!!
Jon Taffer is completely shocked when he looks at the expense reports for Dale 1891 in Tampa, FL.
03/16/2016
03:24
Bar RescueS4 E45
Tampa Bar Hasn't Paid Rent In A Year
Tampa Bar Hasn't Paid Rent In A Year
The ownership group at this Florida movie theatre/bar is becoming increasingly frustrated with the mismanagement of the bar. It is now in financial turmoil.
03/16/2016
01:35
Bar RescueS4 E45
Jon Taffer’s Coming In Right Now!
Jon Taffer’s Coming In Right Now!
Taffer enters Dale 1891 right in the middle of an ownership dispute. He is shocked at the state of the bar’s finances.
03/20/2016
02:11
Bar RescueS4 E46
Do NOT Call Jon Taffer A Liar
Do NOT Call Jon Taffer A Liar
Shawn, ex-owner of The End Zone in Houston, learns this lesson the hard way.
03/23/2016
01:28
Bar RescueS4 E46
Return To The End Zone In Houston
Return To The End Zone In Houston
Jon Taffer checks in on The End Zone in Houston, TX. and finds that owners Justin and Shawn still can’t get along. Their relationship has gotten so bad that they opened up rival bars.
03/23/2016
01:35
Bar RescueS4 E46
The Redemption Of A Bartender
The Redemption Of A Bartender
When we last met Greg, he was the sexist owner of Mandala Lounge. It appears he has turned over a new leaf, and master bartender Mia Mastroianni approves.
03/27/2016
02:39
Bar RescueS4 E47
Pastimes On 4th: A St. Louis Pub
Pastimes On 4th: A St. Louis Pub
Taffer transforms O’Kelleys into a warm neighborhood pub that highlights the rich history of St. Louis.
04/03/2016
01:06
Bar RescueS4 E47
Stress Test At O’Kelleys
Stress Test At O’Kelleys
The mounting pressure becomes too much for the bar manager to handle.
04/03/2016
02:51
Bar RescueS4 E48
Florida’s Freaki Tiki Bar Is In Disrepair
Florida’s Freaki Tiki Bar Is In Disrepair
Water & sewage flow through this Florida bar as it loses $6,500 a month.
04/05/2016
01:44
Bar RescueS4 E48
You Found WHAT Behind the Bar??
You Found WHAT Behind the Bar??
After Taffer schools the staff, Mia Mastroianni finds the most disgusting thing she’s ever seen behind a bar.
04/10/2016
01:30
Bar RescueS4 E49
Why Did The State Suspend Your Liquor License?
Why Did The State Suspend Your Liquor License?
Jon Taffer discusses the zoning issue that led to the revocation of MT Bottle’s liquor license.
04/17/2016
02:11
Bar RescueS4 E49
Chef Kevin Is Still Angry About Being Fired
Chef Kevin Is Still Angry About Being Fired
Jon Taffer speaks with Kevin, who was terminated on Bar Rescue for serving bacteria-ridden food.
04/17/2016
01:25
Bar RescueS4 E49
Chef Loses His Mind Over Bad Gravy
Chef Loses His Mind Over Bad Gravy
Chef Sal goes completely ballistic after losing a cooking competition to Chef Pink.
04/17/2016
03:14
Bar RescueS4 E50
English Pub In Arizona Is Seriously In Debt
English Pub In Arizona Is Seriously In Debt
This week’s Bar Rescue focuses on George & Dragon in Phoenix, AZ. The English-style pub was wildly successful dat first, but a family tragedy has left daily operations in disarray. They now owe over $700,000.
04/20/2016
01:53
Bar RescueS4 E50
Don’t F***in’ Shout At Me!!
Don’t F***in’ Shout At Me!!
Master Chef Gavan Murphy makes his presence felt during the kitchen inspection at George & Dragon.
04/20/2016
00:55
Bar RescueS4 E50
Jon Taffer Vs. Bar Owner
Jon Taffer Vs. Bar Owner
Taffer uses his patented “tough love” technique to help the beer-drinking, poker-playing owner of George & Dragon see the error of his ways.
04/24/2016
02:46
Bar RescueS4 E50
George & Dragon: STILL The Best English Pub In Town
George & Dragon: STILL The Best English Pub In Town
Taffer decides to keep the original name of this pub, but very little else.
04/24/2016
01:11
Bar RescueS4 E50
How To Make A Proper English Gin & Tonic
How To Make A Proper English Gin & Tonic
Expert mixologist Phil Wills puts his personal spin on the classic cocktail.
04/24/2016
01:21
Bar RescueS4 E50
Stress Test At George And Dragon
Stress Test At George And Dragon
A bartender has trouble meeting even the most basic standards as Phil Wills & Jon Taffer look on.
04/24/2016
01:33
Bar RescueS4 E51
Bar Owner Eats Recon Spy’s Sandwich
Bar Owner Eats Recon Spy’s Sandwich
Taffer cannot believe his eyes when he watches the owner of Grinder’s “test” a patron’s turkey sandwich.
04/28/2016
02:42
Bar RescueS4 E51
City Threatens To Shut Down SoCal Bar
City Threatens To Shut Down SoCal Bar
Grinders, in Santa Clarita, CA, is in danger of closing it’s doors due to blowback from unlicensed construction.
04/28/2016
02:22
Bar RescueS4 E51
Stress Test At Grinders
Stress Test At Grinders
Poor service and incompetent bartenders leave Taffer with only one option: Shut. It. Down.
05/01/2016
01:53
Bar RescueS4 E51
The Cajun Belle: Bayou Hospitality in SoCal
The Cajun Belle: Bayou Hospitality in SoCal
Taffer and his team breathe new life into Grinders by transforming it into a southwestern fusion bar.
05/01/2016
01:30
Bar RescueS4 E51
Fast Cocktails = Higher Revenues
Fast Cocktails = Higher Revenues
Speed is everything in the bartending game. By preparing a batch in advance, mixologist Daniel Ponsky explains how to maximize revenue.
05/01/2016
02:08
Bar RescueS4 E52
‘I Think The Remodel Sucks’
‘I Think The Remodel Sucks’
Angelo, co-owner and manager of The Lister in San Francisco, still has a LOT to learn about the bar business.
05/04/2016
01:51
Bar RescueS4 E52
Checking In On Campbell’s Irish Pub
Checking In On Campbell’s Irish Pub
Taffer dispatches Gerry Graham to see if Packy & Guppy have found success at their Milwaukee pub.
05/04/2016
01:40
Bar RescueS4 E52
The ‘Porn Couch’ Is Back!
The ‘Porn Couch’ Is Back!
Taffer sends his camera crew into the basement of The Lister, and some shocking truths are uncovered.
05/08/2016
02:26
Bar RescueS4 E52
Top Five: Most Shocking Health Hazards
Top Five: Most Shocking Health Hazards
Jon Taffer recounts the filthiest, most bacteria-infested kitchens he’s found on Bar Rescue.
05/08/2016
01:57
Bar RescueS4 E52
Return To The Bungalow In Rockaway Beach, NY
Return To The Bungalow In Rockaway Beach, NY
Nicole Taffer checks in on the Turbridy brothers and finds that they’ve been thriving since the Rescue.
05/08/2016
01:38
Bar RescueS4 E52
Guppy Takes The Breathalyzer Test
Guppy Takes The Breathalyzer Test
Gerry gives Guppy one last test after witnessing him sipping on a mysterious glass.
05/08/2016
02:17
Bar RescueS4 E53
Local Fishing Bar Devastated By BP Oil Spill
Local Fishing Bar Devastated By BP Oil Spill
Florida’s Bridge Lounge struggles to keep its doors open in the wake of an environmental catastrophe.
05/11/2016
02:30
Bar RescueS4 E53
The Bridge: A Locals Bar
The Bridge: A Locals Bar
Taffer reveals the NEW Bridge, a neighborhood bar that caters to the hard-working residents of this Florida town.
05/15/2016
01:31
Bar RescueS4 E53
What Is Deadstock Inventory?
What Is Deadstock Inventory?
Jon Taffer explains one of the most important principles of alcohol inventory. If a bar has too much alcohol on its shelves, it leads to a loss in money.
05/15/2016
02:11
Bar RescueS4 E54
‘Uh-Oh, Here Comes Jon Taffer’
‘Uh-Oh, Here Comes Jon Taffer’
Taffer heads into Cirivello’s in Long Beach, CA, and confronts the owners about the slop that was served to his wife during recon.
05/17/2016
01:31
Bar RescueS4 E54
Standards Are Everything
Standards Are Everything
Jon Taffer gives Danny and the staff at Cirivello’s a very valuable lesson on the bar business.
05/22/2016
02:48
Bar RescueS4 E55
Outrageous Bartenders Won’t Keep Their Clothes On
Outrageous Bartenders Won’t Keep Their Clothes On
The bar staff at City Bistro in St. Louis is notoriously popular, and not for their cocktail recipes. Taffer has his work cut out for him on this one.
07/06/2016
01:34
Bar RescueS4 E55
Blindfold Beer Test
Blindfold Beer Test
A master bartender educates the staff at this St. Louis bar on the finer points of beer.
07/10/2016
01:36
Bar RescueS4 E55
The Beechwood: Most Authentic Bar In St. Louis
The Beechwood: Most Authentic Bar In St. Louis
Jon Taffer wanted to capture the essence of St. Louis during the remodel, and he did so by incorporating Beechwood into every aspect of the space. Beechwood is an essential part of making Budweiser beer.
07/10/2016
01:13
Bar RescueS4 E56
You Could Lose Your House!
You Could Lose Your House!
Jon Taffer becomes incensed while inspecting the kitchen at Baseline.
07/17/2016
01:02
Bar RescueS4 E56
What Is A ‘Napkin Spot?’
What Is A ‘Napkin Spot?’
The bar staff at Baseline learns a very simple yet valuable trick to make customers feel comfortable.
07/17/2016
02:59
Bar RescueS4 E57
SoCal Punk Bar Is Stage Diving
SoCal Punk Bar Is Stage Diving
The concept of a punk rock dive bar is beloved by die-hard fans, but there aren’t enough customers to keep this bar open without expanding to other genres.
07/20/2016
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Bar RescueS4 E57
There’s A Stench In This Bar!
There’s A Stench In This Bar!
Jon Taffer & Phil Wills inspect the bar at BlackLight District, and are disgusted by what they see.
07/24/2016
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Bar RescueS4 E57
Phil Wills Demonstrates The Perfect Pour
Phil Wills Demonstrates The Perfect Pour
Good, clean equipment is necessary for a great cocktail.
07/24/2016
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Bar RescueS4 E57
Stress Test At Black Light District Punk Bar
Stress Test At Black Light District Punk Bar
Can you have a good music venue without good acoustics? Answer: no.
07/24/2016
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The NEW Gallopin’ Goose Is Here To Stay
The NEW Gallopin’ Goose Is Here To Stay
Taffer wanted to maintain the historical branding of this bar while making some significant upgrades.
07/31/2016
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Bar RescueS4 E58
Gerry Graham Describes The Perfect Bourbon
Gerry Graham Describes The Perfect Bourbon
This spirit has come a long way since the Old West.
07/31/2016
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Mixologist - Murfreesboro Crush
Mixologist - Murfreesboro Crush
Our Professional Mixologist teaches the staff how to create the Murfeesboro Crush
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Mixologist - Larry's La Paloma
Mixologist - Larry's La Paloma
Our professional mixologist teaches the staff to make Larry's La Paloma.
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Mixologist - Shelbyville Slushie
Mixologist - Shelbyville Slushie
Our Professional Mixologist teaches the staff how to create the Shelbyville Slushie with classic Tennessee Whiskey.
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Mixologist - Bedford Bloody Mary
Mixologist - Bedford Bloody Mary
Our professional Mixolgoist teaches the staff how to create a spicy Bloody Mary using Talisker.
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Mixologist - Rockaway Resilience
Mixologist - Rockaway Resilience
The Bar Rescue Mixologist show the Bungalow Bar employees a drink to represent Rockaway.
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Mixologist - MTS Brew
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Our Professional Mixologist teaches the staff how to create the MTS Brew using coffee and Whiskey.
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Mixologist - Studio B
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Our Professional Mixologist teaches the staff how to create the Studio B.
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Our Professional Mixologist teaches the staff how to make the Million Dollar Quartet.
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Mixologist - Buckle Bunny
Mixologist - Buckle Bunny
The Professional Mixologist teach the staff to make the Buckle Bunny.
12/06/2013
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Mixologist - Out Of The Park
Mixologist - Out Of The Park
The Professional Mixologist teach the staff how to make the Out of the Park.
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Mixologist - Midnight Trip
Mixologist - Midnight Trip
Our professional Mixologist teaches the staff to make a Midnight Trip using tequila.
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Mixologist - The Soyo Tea
Mixologist - The Soyo Tea
Bar Rescue mixologist Russel Grant teaches the staff to make The Soyo Tea.
10/10/2014
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Guppy The Bartender Loves Ripping Shots
Guppy The Bartender Loves Ripping Shots
The bartender at this Irish pub is a big fan of drinking on the job. After some brief surveillance, Jon Taffer is surprised that he's able to stand up straight.
12/10/2014
01:33
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Traditional Irish Fare In Wisconsin
Traditional Irish Fare In Wisconsin
Experts in Irish food and drink give a crash course to the staff at Packy's. Irish mixology and cuisine will now be cornerstones of their business.
12/14/2014
02:31
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‘What The F*** Happened Here?!’
‘What The F*** Happened Here?!’
Jon Taffer assesses the situation at this once-successful sports bar, and lets the failing manager know that excuses aren't accepted here. Work ethic is central to successful bars.
01/30/2015
01:44
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The Most Disrespectful Owner Of All
The Most Disrespectful Owner Of All
Most bar owners would be elated to have Jon Taffer & Lisamarie Joyce in their bar, but not Terry. He treats this opportunity more like a homework assignment than a winning lottery ticket.
02/08/2015
02:34
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‘Will You Put Up $30,000 To Save Your Bar?’
‘Will You Put Up $30,000 To Save Your Bar?’
Owner Terry has been aloof and disrespectful throughout this entire rescue. Jon Taffer does the only thing that a responsible businessman in this position can do: put him up to a decision for his own money.
02/08/2015
01:02
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Awful Music Is Sinking Chicago Bar
Awful Music Is Sinking Chicago Bar
Lonie, owner of this River North drinking establishment, is impressively passionate about her music. The problem is that her music is driving away her clientele.
02/11/2015
01:29
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‘How’s Your Dream Doing?’
‘How’s Your Dream Doing?’
Jon Taffer sits down with Lonie for the first time. He tries to talk some business sense to this struggling owner, but she seems more concerned with crayons than balance sheets.
02/11/2015
02:28
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Chicago Music Bar Owes $515,000
Chicago Music Bar Owes $515,000
Chicago’s Underground Wonder Bar cannot keep up of its high monthly costs. It appears that the owner more concerned with performing music than actually be successful. Can Taffer work his magic once again?
02/11/2015
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Rats In The Kitchen!!
Rats In The Kitchen!!
Chef Liberato makes an nauseating discovery while trying to overhaul the kitchen.
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Clashing Owners Threaten South Florida Bar
Clashing Owners Threaten South Florida Bar
Jamie & John, New Jersey natives, own Toucans bar in Hollywood, FL. After enduring two devastating hurricanes and a severe family tragedy, they can barely stand each other’s presence.
02/20/2015
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Jon Taffer Opens A Pirate Bar
Jon Taffer Opens A Pirate Bar
Take note Piratz Tavern, THIS is how you open a pirate bar. Taffer calls on south Florida’s maritime roots to open “Bonny & Reads,” named after two legendary female pirates.
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'You Fire Someone, NOW!'
'You Fire Someone, NOW!'
Jon Taffer knows that the integrity of a bar is only as strong as its weakest link. When a professional environment becomes too toxic, a change has to be made.
02/28/2015
02:38
Bar RescueS4
Brand Renovation Concept: Bar Elé
Brand Renovation Concept: Bar Elé
Jon Taffer makes one of his more substantial makeovers after he turns Heat Lounge from a dud to a Florida nightlife hotspot.
03/01/2015
02:10
Bar RescueS4
Miami College Bar Is Failing
Miami College Bar Is Failing
Shortly after Albert Borrero purchased this Miami U hot spot in 2007, he was swimming in cash. After the local government changed legislation however, he lost his clientele and his profits.
03/06/2015
02:21
Bar RescueS4
‘He’s Into Fantasy Football, Not His Bar’
‘He’s Into Fantasy Football, Not His Bar’
Albert, the aloof owner of Sandbar, spends more time tinkering with fantasy football that with the business of his bar. Meanwhile, Taffer’s spies order plate after plate of inedible food.
03/06/2015
01:54
Bar RescueS4
Abusive Owners Are Bad For Business
Abusive Owners Are Bad For Business
Jon Taffer observes the operations at Friar Tuck’s and it becomes clear that the owners negativity permeates throughout the staff.
03/10/2015
01:13
Bar RescueS4
Taffer Scares Some Sense Into Friar Tucks' Staff
Taffer Scares Some Sense Into Friar Tucks' Staff
Each member of this staff, including the owner, points the finger at everyone else. Jon Taffer sets them straight, the best way he knows how.
03/15/2015
02:40
Bar RescueS4
LA Brewing Co. Losing $15,000 A Month
LA Brewing Co. Losing $15,000 A Month
When Richard Ramos invested $250,000 of his family's money into a new and promising Los Angeles bar, he hoped for the best. Unfortunately, he failed to prepare for the worst.
03/22/2015
01:43
Bar RescueS4
The Ramos' Million Dollar Decision
The Ramos' Million Dollar Decision
It is pretty clear to Jon Taffer that ownership at LA Brewing Co. doesn't have the necessary skill set to manage a successful bar. He offers them a decision: invest or divest.
03/22/2015
01:24
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Perfect Chicken Wings With Chef Kevin Bludso
Perfect Chicken Wings With Chef Kevin Bludso
The LA barbecue master teaches the kitchen staff at LA Brew Co. how to fry up the best appetizer possible.
03/22/2015
01:09
Bar RescueS4
Will Jon Taffer Return To Piratz Tavern?
Will Jon Taffer Return To Piratz Tavern?
In some not-so-shocking news, this swashbuckler themed bar in Maryland has been failing miserably. Faced with closing their doors, they consider asking Taffer to come back.
03/26/2015
02:11
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Mandala Lounge Is Facing Failure
Mandala Lounge Is Facing Failure
The bumbling owner of this failing NorCal bar is driving staff morale, and profits, into the ground.
04/10/2015
01:22
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The Stars Of 'Tut' Help Jon Taffer Rescue A Bar
The Stars Of 'Tut' Help Jon Taffer Rescue A Bar
Taffer enlists the help of Iddo Goldberg and Alexander Siddig, stars of Spike's upcoming blockbuster television event, "Tut."
07/15/2015
01:17
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Moroccan Recon With The Stars Of 'Tut'
Moroccan Recon With The Stars Of 'Tut'
Iddo Goldberg and Alexander Siddig head into this Moroccan restaurant to test out its authenticity.
07/15/2015
02:56
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Foul-Mouthed Owner Is $350,000 In Debt
Foul-Mouthed Owner Is $350,000 In Debt
Chandra has stood by and watched her bar accumulate mountains of debt while verbally accosting her staff.
11/15/2015
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Bar RescueS4
Filthy Kitchen In Michigan
Filthy Kitchen In Michigan
Taffer inspects the kitchen at The Hooch, and it isn't good.
11/15/2015
03:00
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The Proving Ground: Motor City's Best Bar
The Proving Ground: Motor City's Best Bar
Jon Taffer works his magic yet again and changes The Hooch into a modern and classy bar dedicated to automotive engineers.
11/15/2015
02:49
Bar RescueS4
Stress Test In Ann Arbor, MI
Stress Test In Ann Arbor, MI
Calamity ensues during the stress test at The Arena.
11/22/2015
02:02
Bar RescueS4
Intimidating Owner Chases Profits Away
Intimidating Owner Chases Profits Away
Mike, owner of The Arena, lets his temper get in the way of his bottom line.
11/22/2015
02:11
Bar RescueS4
Angry Bartender Squares Off With Taffer
Angry Bartender Squares Off With Taffer
A volatile scene unfolds when Jon Taffer confronts a aggressive barman.
12/03/2015
02:50
Bar RescueS4
Back Beat: Piano Bar & Cocktails
Back Beat: Piano Bar & Cocktails
Taffer adjusts the concept behind Jazz Katz to allow for more genres of music. More music = more money.
12/06/2015
01:16
Bar RescueS4
‘If She Doesn’t Get It, Bench Her!’
‘If She Doesn’t Get It, Bench Her!’
Jon Taffer has a serious discussion with Tamika and her parents regarding the future of Jazz Katz.
12/06/2015
01:57
Bar RescueS4
Taffer Smashes Plates At Jazz Katz
Taffer Smashes Plates At Jazz Katz
The kitchen at this suburban Detroit jazz bar is bad, really bad. Jon Taffer begins fixing it.
12/06/2015
02:33
Bar RescueS4
The Worst Strip Club Ever?
The Worst Strip Club Ever?
Jon Taffer is tasked with saving Detroit’s Chix On Dix gentleman’s club. Unsociable performers and poor service are driving profits straight into the ground.
12/11/2015
02:48
Bar RescueS4
Stress Test At Chix On Dix
Stress Test At Chix On Dix
With no systems or cook, this club is primed for failure.
12/13/2015
02:58
Bar RescueS4
What’s The Name Of This Strip Club?
What’s The Name Of This Strip Club?
Management disputes are driving customers away from this motor city gentleman’s club.
12/13/2015
02:22
Bar RescueS4
Power Strip: Detroit’s Finest Gentleman’s Club
Power Strip: Detroit’s Finest Gentleman’s Club
Nobody will mistake the name of this strip club now that Taffer solidified the brand.
12/13/2015
01:54
Bar RescueS4
Strip Club Training With An Expert
Strip Club Training With An Expert
The performers at Chix On Dix get a crash course with entertainment expert Renae Lemmens
12/13/2015
02:20
Bar RescueS4
‘The Joke Is You’re Losing Money!’
‘The Joke Is You’re Losing Money!’
Jon Taffer squares off with spiteful owner Howard Hughes, who ripped out Taffer’s renovations shorly after Bar Rescue.
12/20/2015
02:34
Bar RescueS4
Taffer's Top 5: Unwanted Critters
Taffer's Top 5: Unwanted Critters
Jon Taffer counts down the most vile and disgusting pests to be featured on Bar Rescue.
12/20/2015
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