Shortly after arriving in New York City, 22-year-old Tess lands a job at a celebrated downtown restaurant. Swiftly introduced to the world of drugs, alcohol, love, lust, dive bars, and fine dining, she learns to navigate the chaotically alluring, yet punishing life she has stumbled upon.
The best episode of "Sweetbitter" season 2 is "The Pork Special", rated 7.1/10 from 157 user votes. It was directed by Augustine Frizzell and written by Stephanie Danler. "The Pork Special" aired on 7/14/2019 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Equifax & Experian".
Howard takes his staff to learn where their food comes from. Tess learns information that makes her wonder whom she can trust.
Director: Augustine Frizzell
Writer: Stephanie Danler
Tess’ bad credit score reveals something about her past, and he gang tries to help. Sasha is accused when Santos’ new shoes go missing.
Director: Augustine Frizzell
Writer: Stuart Zicherman
Maddie Glover, the restaurant's head chef, returns for a surprise menu tasting. Tess connects with a handsome guest. Will receives a surprising offer.
Director: Marta Cunningham
Writer: Kenneth Lin
Tess has a mortifying sexual encounter with Omar. Sasha receives terrible news from home. A table makes a racist comment to Heather.
Director: Marta Cunningham
Writer: Charise Castro Smith
There's a retaliation when Howard decides to restructure the restaurant's tip structure. Tess learns more about Simone and gets closer to Jake.
Director: Geeta Patel
Writer: Sharr White
Simone's ex-husband shows up in the restaurant and dredges up old feelings. Tess tries to figure out what, and whom, she really wants.
Director: Geeta Patel
Writer: Christopher Oscar Pena
Tess and Jake take their relationship to the next level, causing tension with Simone. Ari feels abandoned. Will uses his power for a questionable purpose.
Director: Stuart Zicherman
Writer: Lucy Thurber
Tess learns the truth about Jake and Simone's past. She forms a plan to get everything she wants in the restaurant.
Director: Stuart Zicherman
Writer: Azie Dungey, Luke Sand