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The Best Episodes of Happy's Place Season 1

Every episode of Happy's Place Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Happy's Place Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 7 - Ho-Ho-Howey
    8.1/10(212 votes)

    S1:E7

    When the tavern's health insurance is threatened to be canceled, Gabby has a plan. She'll persuade her friend Danny to host his company party at Happy's. The catch is everyone must call Bobbie "Gabby" and Gabby "Bobbie." What could go wrong?

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Pat Bullard

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  2. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 17 - The Doctor Is Out
    8.0/10(144 votes)

    S1:E17

    After Bobbie praises Steve's progress with his OCD, he decides he's finally ready to quit therapy. Gabby embarks on a side hustle enlisting ambassadors to sell bracelets for a third party.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writers:John D. Beck, Ron Hart

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  3. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 18 - Alarm Bells
    7.9/10(141 votes)

    S1:E18

    When Isabella requests Emmett's help getting a security system installed, Bobbie claims she can protect her sister better than any alarm or man, leading to Bobbie and Emmett having a competition over who's the better protector.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 13 - Mama Drama
    7.8/10(153 votes)

    S1:E13

    When Isabella's mom, Maritza, arrives, Bobbie tells the crew she's forgiven her for what happened with Happy, only to realize Maritza holds a grudge against her; Emmett and Takoda try to find out why Steve can't return to his home in Colombia.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Brittany Ann Miller

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  5. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 6 - Happy's House
    7.7/10(198 votes)

    S1:E6

    Bobbie reluctantly agrees to take Isabella to Happy's house in search of a connection to their late father, leading to Bobbie worrying about what they may find. Gabby hopes to strike it rich by searching through Happy's excessive penny collection on the hunt for a rare copper penny. Emmett and Steve both come in on their day off for some alone time.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Matt Berry

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  6. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 11 - Heart of the Matter
    7.7/10(163 votes)

    S1:E11

    When Emmett is late to work, Bobbie becomes paranoid at the thought of why and begins to overreact. Gabby and Takoda help Steve pick out a new barstool to prove changing his OCD habits won't negatively impact the world.

    Director:Robbie Countryman
    Writer:Gemma Baker

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  7. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 16 - Whiskey Business
    7.7/10(143 votes)

    S1:E16

    When Steve drops his favorite pen down a crack in the bar, Bobbie decides to pry the bar open to find it, discovering a very valuable bottle of whiskey in the process. Steve is thrown by Emmett's reaction to breaking a knife that Steve gifted him.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Eugene Garcia-Cross

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  8. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 4 - Fish Fry Monday
    7.6/10(213 votes)

    S1:E4

    When Emmett sees Bobbie drowning in work, he devises a clever ruse to give her a much-needed day off fishing, all under the guise of reviving the tavern's Fish Fry Mondays. Isabella dives into the world of bartending with Gabby.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Matt Berry

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  9. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 10 - The MacAllister Girls
    7.6/10(171 votes)

    S1:E10

    When Bobbie's strong-willed daughter, Gracie, comes to visit from her military base in Qatar, Bobbie worries she and Isabella might not get along. Gabby, Emmett, Steve and Takoda all compete to give Gracie the best homemade gift.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Jon Haller

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  10. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 8 - Dear Jack
    7.5/10(182 votes)

    S1:E8

    When Bobbie catches Isabella doing a slow-fade breakup with her long-distance boyfriend, she convinces her to send a Dear John letter. Steve brings in a review praising Chef Emmett's cooking and acknowledging the tavern's bartender, "Abby."

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Brittany Ann Miller

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  11. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 15 - Sisters Ink
    7.5/10(166 votes)

    S1:E15

    When Isabella gifts Bobbie matching sister mugs, Bobbie is forced to quickly think of an equally thoughtful gift, resulting in Isabella expecting the sisters to get matching tattoos. Steve and Takoda investigate where Emmett has been sneaking off.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Brittany Ann Miller

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  12. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 5 - Ladies' Night
    7.4/10(205 votes)

    S1:E5

    After Gabby's latest heartbreak, Bobbie and Isabella throw a Ladies' Night at the tavern to show Gabby she doesn't need a man to be happy, but things don't go as planned. Steve and Takoda tease Emmett about his sudden interest in dating apps.

    Director:Victor Gonzalez
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 9 - Emcee Squared
    7.4/10(172 votes)

    S1:E9

    When Bobbie tries to claim her rightful role as emcee for the Tavern's anniversary party, she ignites a fierce showdown with Gabby, who's determined to steal the spotlight. Isabella and Steve bet on who will come out on top, adding fuel to the fire.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 14 - Accountability
    7.4/10(147 votes)

    S1:E14

    When Isabella accidentally implies she doesn't trust Steve's work on the tavern's taxes, Bobbie and Steve decide to have some fun and teach her a lesson. Gabby goes on a health kick, enlisting Takoda as her personal trainer.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:TJ Martell

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  15. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 12 - Baby Doll
    7.3/10(163 votes)

    S1:E12

    After Gabby expresses her concerns about parenting, Bobbie reassures her she'd be a great mother, which prompts Gabby to bring in an AI baby doll and turn the tavern into her personal day care.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Helen Fernandez

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  16. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 3 - Don't Sweat It
    7.1/10(240 votes)

    S1:E3

    Bobbie asks Isabella to move in with her, but when Isabella sees that Bobbie likes to address conflict head on, Isabella decides it might not be the best idea.

    Director:Joanna Kerns
    Writer:Gemma Baker

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  17. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 2 - Tapped Out
    6.8/10(266 votes)

    S1:E2

    When Isabella starts trying to make changes to the tavern, Bobbie worries that this new partnership may not work out. Bobbie offers to take Isabella under her wing so she can learn the ins and outs of the tavern, but Happy's lawyer fumbles Bobbie's plan.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Kevin Abbott

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  18. Happy's Place Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.6/10(368 votes)

    S1:E1

    When Bobbie inherits her late father's tavern, Happy's Place, she's shocked to learn that she also has a new business partner in the half-sister she never knew existed.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Ho-Ho-Howey" is the best rated episode of Happy's Place season 1. It scored 8.1/10 from 212 votes. Directed by Pamela Fryman and written by Pat Bullard, it aired on December 6, 2024. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Doctor Is Out".