Ep 16. Man Tears and Braziers

As the 5th season of Vanderpump Rules continues, episode 16 is titled "Man Tears and Braziers". As usual, the episode is full of drama and conflicts among the stars of the show.

The episode starts with Lisa Vanderpump dealing with some personal issues of her own. She is feeling overwhelmed because of the enormous responsibilities that come with running two restaurants, and a growing number of employees that seem to be getting more and more out of hand. To make things even worse, she is facing some financial issues with one of her restaurants, and she must make some tough decisions to maintain her reputation and avoid potential bankruptcy.

Meanwhile, the other cast members are dealing with personal and professional challenges as well. Ariana's brother is in town, and she is forced to confront uncomfortable issues from her past during a family dinner. Sandoval, on the other hand, is dealing with some insecurities about his career and future aspirations. He is worried that he might not be taken seriously as a bartender, especially now that he is getting older.

The episode also features a girls' night out, which quickly turns into a mixed-gender party. Scheana, Kristen, and Stassi head out to a strip club to celebrate Scheana’s divorce, but they are later joined by some of the guys from Sur. Things heat up when Jax starts making inappropriate comments to the dancers, which causes a lot of tension between him and Brittany. Tom Sandoval and Ariana also join in on the party, but tensions mount as they deal with their own relationship issues.

The drama continues when James makes an unexpected visit to the restaurant and confronts Lala about their past hookup. Although Lala is trying to move on with someone new, James is not willing to let go, and a heated argument ensues. Lala is forced to confront some of her deepest insecurities, and things get emotional. Meanwhile, the rest of the staff are dealing with the aftermath of a huge fight that took place between James and Jax, and they must find a way to work together despite the tension.

Overall, Vanderpump Rules season 5 episode 16 is full of drama, as the cast members are dealing with personal and professional issues. The episode showcases the challenges that each character faces, as they navigate the complex world of reality TV and their relationships with one another. From hookups to breakups, from arguments to emotional breakthroughs, "Man Tears and Braziers" is a rollercoaster ride of emotions and drama.