Ep 4. It's Always Sunny in Portland

In Bar Rescue season 6 episode 4, titled "It's Always Sunny in Portland," Jon Taffer heads to Portland, Oregon, to help The Thirsty Beaver Saloon, a dive bar that has seen better days. The owners, Robin and Nikki, are best friends who bought the bar together but are struggling to turn a profit. Jon discovers that the bar's decor is outdated, the kitchen is dirty and poorly managed, and the staff lacks proper training.

Upon arrival, Jon observes the bar's service and the patrons' dissatisfaction with the slow service, and he confronts Robin and Nikki about their lack of leadership. They admit that they have been too lenient on their staff and haven't taken the necessary steps to turn the bar around. Jon then brings in mixologist Lisamarie Joyce, who teaches the staff how to make specialty drinks and improve their customer service skills.

In addition to the service issues, Jon discovers that the kitchen is severely understaffed and dirty, with expired food and unsanitary work conditions. With the help of Chef Ryan Scott, Jon revamps the menu, introduces new dishes, and trains the kitchen staff to bring the food quality up to par. Jon also consults with a local brewery to introduce craft beers to the bar's offerings.

Throughout the episode, Jon confronts the staff and the owners about their lack of accountability and pushes them to take responsibility for the bar's success. He also helps the owners rebrand the bar and update its decor, giving it a fresh new look and feel.

At the end of the episode, Jon holds a relaunch party to introduce the new bar to the community. The owners are thrilled with the changes and promise to maintain the high standards that Jon has set. Overall, "It's Always Sunny in Portland" showcases Jon Taffer's expertise in turning struggling bars around and demonstrates the importance of effective leadership and accountability in running a successful business.