The Goldbergs season 5 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
The Goldbergs' dinner at Beefsteak Charlie's is a spectacle of family chaos. From rejecting numerous tables for trivial reasons to Beverly's strict control over bread consumption and her 'food purse', the evening is a comedy of errors. Murray's frugal ordering rules, Barry's stubborn fish order, and Beverly's meticulous bill scrutiny further add to the mayhem. Geoff, overwhelmed by the family's antics and public embarrassment, has a meltdown, airing out each member's absurd behaviors. The next day, Beverly's leftover 'fishy scramble' breakfast continues the family's quirky dynamic.
Full Episode S05E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Geoff horrified at the restaurant?
Geoff was horrified because his entire loud and boundaryless family was there, which he feared would lead to public embarrassment.
What were the Goldbergs' criteria for choosing a table at Beefsteak Charlie's?
They rejected tables for being near the kitchen, under an air conditioner, too close to the bathroom, or having an echo.
Why did Beverly limit the family to one bread roll each?
Beverly limited the bread rolls to prevent the family from filling up on bread, but she also used a 'food purse' to store extra rolls.
What rules did Murray set for ordering food?
Murray's rules included no prime cuts, fancy sides, out-of-season vegetables, market price items, salad bar, items in French, dry-aged anything, or appetizers.
What issue did Barry have with his meal?
Barry insisted on ordering fish at a steakhouse and was unhappy with his choice.
How did the family react to the wrong order being served to them?
The family mistakenly took food from another table, believing it was their order, leading to a confrontation.
What led to Geoff's meltdown at the restaurant?
Geoff had a meltdown due to the family's chaotic and embarrassing behavior, including ordering issues and their treatment of the waitstaff.
What was the focus of Beverly's concern when the bill arrived?
Beverly meticulously checked the bill for discrepancies, particularly disputing charges for cake and steak sizes.
How did the Goldberg family's dinner end?
The dinner ended with Geoff's meltdown, criticizing each family member's dining behaviors, and the family taking home leftovers.
What was served for breakfast the next day?
Beverly served leftovers for breakfast, including a 'fishy scramble' made from Barry's half-eaten trout from the previous night.