Ep 3. The Bar Birthday

The Bar Birthday is an episode from the first season of Sullivan & Son. The show is a sitcom that follows the life of Steve Sullivan (played by Steve Byrne), who has just left his job as a successful corporate lawyer in New York City to take over his family's bar in Pittsburgh. The show features a diverse cast of characters who frequent the bar, including Steve's family and childhood friends.

In this episode, The Bar Birthday, the customers of Sullivan & Son are celebrating the bar's 50th anniversary. Steve's father, Jack (played by Dan Lauria), is excited to celebrate the milestone and is planning a big party with lots of beer and food. However, Steve soon learns that the bar is actually only 49 years old, and Jack has been lying about the anniversary for years.

As the party approaches, Steve struggles with whether to confront his father about the lie or let the celebration go on as planned. Meanwhile, the regulars at the bar have their own dramas unfolding. Steve's childhood friend, Owen (played by Owen Benjamin), is trying to impress a girl he likes, while Roy (played by Roy Wood Jr.) is struggling to deal with his ex-wife's new boyfriend.

The episode is full of laughs and heartwarming moments as the characters navigate their personal issues while also celebrating the history of Sullivan & Son. The show's diverse cast and focus on family and community make it a unique addition to the sitcom genre. The Bar Birthday episode provides a great introduction to the series and its characters, while also giving viewers an entertaining and satisfying story.