Ep 4. Elaine's Strange Triangle

Elaine's Strange Triangle is the fourth episode of season 3 of the beloved sitcom Taxi. The episode opens with Elaine, the spunky and independent receptionist at the Sunshine Cab Company, feeling conflicted about two men in her life: Tony, the sweet-natured mechanic at the garage, and Alex, the arrogant and self-absorbed cab driver.

Elaine makes a point to avoid having Tony and Alex in the garage at the same time to prevent any awkward confrontations. However, her attempts to keep them apart prove futile as both men end up in the garage at the same time, both vying for Elaine's attention.

Tony tries to impress Elaine by showing off his guitar skills, while Alex tries to one-up him by sharing stories from his wild and glamorous life outside of the garage. Elaine is torn between the two very different men, unsure of which one to choose.

Meanwhile, the rest of the Sunshine Cab crew is dealing with their own problems. Louie, the abrasive dispatcher, is trying to quit smoking with hilariously disastrous results. Bobby, the lovable and naive cab driver, is trying to impress a girl by lying about his high-class lifestyle, leading to some comical misunderstandings.

As the episode progresses, Elaine's indecision becomes more and more apparent. She turns to her coworkers for advice, but each one has their own biased opinion. Alex's ex-wife, played by a guest star, even offers her own perspective on the situation.

Eventually, Elaine realizes that she needs to make a decision for herself and not let the opinions of others cloud her judgment. She has a heart-to-heart conversation with both Tony and Alex, and ultimately makes a choice that surprises everyone.

The episode concludes with a touching moment between Elaine and her chosen suitor, as well as some laughs from the rest of the Sunshine Cab crew. Elaine's Strange Triangle is a classic episode of Taxi, showcasing the show's signature humor and heart.