Ep 7. New Girl, Old Grudges

In Vanderpump Rules season 3 episode 7, titled "New Girl, Old Grudges," tension builds between the staff of SUR restaurant as a new server, Vail, is hired and quickly catches the eye of both Jax and Tom.

The episode begins with Lisa Vanderpump discussing the hiring of Vail with her staff, who are skeptical of her qualifications and the motives behind her hiring. Meanwhile, Stassi continues to struggle with her feelings towards Jax and her desire to move on with her life. She decides to go out on a date with a new guy, but is quickly disappointed when he turns out to be not as perfect as she thought.

As the night wears on, tensions between Jax and Tom escalate as they both vie for Vail's attention. The situation becomes even more complicated when Jax catches Tom talking about him behind his back, reigniting old grudges and causing a physical altercation. The rest of the staff is left to deal with the fallout and the possibility of lost jobs.

Meanwhile, Kristen continues to try to win back the affections of ex-boyfriend Tom, even going so far as to break into his apartment and steal his mail. She also confronts Ariana about her supposed involvement in the Tom and Kristen cheating scandal, leading to a heated argument.

Throughout the episode, friendships are tested and alliances shift as the staff of SUR navigates the complex dynamics of both their personal and professional lives. The tensions ultimately come to a head in a dramatic conclusion that sets the stage for future conflicts and revelations.