Ep 5. Duke's, We Hardly Knew Ye

In Frasier season 2 episode 5, titled "Duke's, We Hardly Knew Ye," Frasier and Martin are invited to attend a retirement party for one of Martin's old cop buddies, Duke. Initially hesitant to attend, Frasier is convinced when Martin tells him about the free food and drinks that will be served.

The party takes place at Duke's, a local dive bar where Martin and Duke used to hang out. Upon arriving, Frasier and Martin quickly realize that the bar is a far cry from their usual upscale hangouts. The patrons are rowdy, the decor is dingy, and the atmosphere is a bit unsettling.

Despite this, Frasier and Martin decide to make the best of the situation and enjoy the party. They are introduced to Duke's friends and colleagues, including a group of retired cops who seem to idolize Martin. Frasier, on the other hand, is relegated to the sidelines and struggles to make conversation with the group.

Things take a turn when a fight breaks out between two of the bar's patrons. Frasier and Martin try to stay out of the way, but end up getting caught in the middle of the chaos. After the fight is broken up, Frasier and Martin decide it's time to leave.

As they make their way out of the bar, they run into Duke, who is clearly intoxicated and emotional about his retirement. Frasier tries to offer words of encouragement to Duke, but he is too far gone to listen. Martin takes Duke home, while Frasier heads back to his apartment, relieved that the night is finally over.

Overall, "Duke's, We Hardly Knew Ye" is a humorous episode that showcases the stark contrast between Frasier's upscale lifestyle and the rough-and-tumble world of Martin's cop buddies. It also highlights the close bond between Martin and Duke, and the difficulty that comes with the transition to retirement.