Ep 15. Play Some Janet Jackson!

In Bar Rescue season 3 episode 15, entitled "Play Some Janet Jackson!", bar expert Jon Taffer travels to Las Vegas, Nevada in order to rescue the struggling Hammer & Ales. The bar is owned by Nick and his brother who inherited it from their father, but have since let it fall into disarray. The bar has become known for poor service, unappetizing food, and unsanitary conditions.

When Taffer arrives, he sends in his team to assess the situation. They discover a filthy kitchen area filled with old, expired food and unsanitary equipment. The bar itself is also in disarray, with sticky floors and dirty glassware. The bartenders are careless and not following proper protocols, and the bar is losing money. The team's initial assessment is that the bar is beyond repair, but Taffer is not discouraged.

Taffer quickly turns his attention to the staff and discovers that they are not properly trained. He brings in mixologist Lisamarie Joyce to develop a new drink menu that will give the bar an edge over its competitors. Taffer also brings in chef Jason Santos to revamp their food menu and clean up their kitchen.

As the team begins to implement changes, tensions rise between Nick and his brother. Nick believes the bar can be saved with Taffer's help, but his brother is resistant to change. Taffer must navigate this dynamic in order to make sure everyone is on board with his plan for rescuing the bar.

The episode culminates in a stress test where Taffer brings in a large crowd of customers to the bar to see if the changes are effective. The staff is overwhelmed and the bar quickly falls into chaos. Just when it seems as if the potential rescue is going to be a failure, Taffer brings out a surprise guest to energize the crowd – Janet Jackson.

Jackson's appearance helps to turn things around, and the staff is able to handle the busy night with ease. At the end of the episode, Taffer declares the rescue a success and shows Nick and his brother how their revamped bar can be profitable. The episode ends with a preview of the next Bar Rescue episode.

"Play Some Janet Jackson!" is an exciting episode of Bar Rescue that showcases Taffer's expert skills at turning a failing bar around. The addition of Jackson provides a unique twist that adds to the episode's drama and entertainment value. This episode is a must-see for fans of the show, as well as anyone interested in the hospitality industry.