Ep 24. Hurricane Jon vs Hurricane Sandy

In Bar Rescue season 3 episode 24, titled "Hurricane Jon vs Hurricane Sandy," Jon Taffer heads to Seaside Heights, New Jersey, to help a bar struggling to come back after being hit hard by two major hurricanes. The bar, named Ebb Tide, was severely damaged by Hurricane Sandy in 2012, and then again by Hurricane Jon (a fake hurricane created by Jon Taffer) in an effort to simulate the worst possible scenario the bar could face.

When Jon arrives at Ebb Tide, he is met with a disorganized and chaotic bar that is struggling to attract customers. The staff is untrained, the equipment is outdated, and the menu is lackluster. Jon immediately gets to work, calling a staff meeting to assess the situation and determine the root of the bar's problems.

Throughout the episode, Jon works with the bar's owner and staff to revamp the menu, update the equipment, and train the staff in proper bartending and serving techniques. Jon also brings in a local design team to give the bar a fresh new look, complete with hurricane-themed decor and a new color scheme.

As with all Bar Rescue episodes, there are plenty of dramatic moments as Jon clashes with the staff and confronts the owner about their shortcomings. But in the end, the team comes together to create a bar that is better equipped to weather any storm.

Overall, "Hurricane Jon vs Hurricane Sandy" is a thrilling episode that showcases Jon Taffer's expertise in turning around struggling bars. It also provides a gripping look into the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, and the ongoing struggle of businesses in the affected areas to rebuild and recover.