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The Goldbergs - S05E12 - Dinner with the Goldbergs
 

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Dinner with the Goldbergs

 
Erica warns Geoff about going to dinner with her family, but he insists; by dinner's end, Geoff hits his breaking point.
 
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The Goldbergs / S05E12 : Dinner with the Goldbergs
Season 5, Episode 12 | Aired on January 10, 2018 | TV-PG | 21 min. | ABC (US)
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  • The Goldbergs - Episode 1 - Weird Science
    Episode 1
    Weird Science
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 2 - Hogan Is My Grandfather
    Episode 2
    Hogan Is My Grandfather
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 3 - Goldberg on The Goldbergs
    Episode 3
    Goldberg on The Goldbergs
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 4 - Revenge o' the Nerds
    Episode 4
    Revenge o' the Nerds
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 5 - Jackie Likes Star Trek
    Episode 5
    Jackie Likes Star Trek
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 6 - Girl Talk
    Episode 6
    Girl Talk
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 7 - A Wall Street Thanksgiving
    Episode 7
    A Wall Street Thanksgiving
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 8 - The Circle of Driving Again
    Episode 8
    The Circle of Driving Again
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 9 - Parents Just Don't Understand
    Episode 9
    Parents Just Don't Understand
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 10 - We Didn't Start the Fire
    Episode 10
    We Didn't Start the Fire
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 11 - The Goldberg Girls
    Episode 11
    The Goldberg Girls
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 12 - Dinner with the Goldbergs
    Episode 12
    Dinner with the Goldbergs
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 13 - The Hooters
    Episode 13
    The Hooters
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 14 - Hail Barry
    Episode 14
    Hail Barry
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 15 - Adam Spielberg
    Episode 15
    Adam Spielberg
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 16 - The Scrunchie Rule
    Episode 16
    The Scrunchie Rule
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 17 - Colors
    Episode 17
    Colors
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 18 - MTV Spring Break
    Episode 18
    MTV Spring Break
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 19 - Flashy Little Flashdancer
    Episode 19
    Flashy Little Flashdancer
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 20 - The Opportunity of a Lifetime
    Episode 20
    The Opportunity of a Lifetime
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 21 - Spaceballs
    Episode 21
    Spaceballs
  • The Goldbergs - Episode 22 - Let's Val Kilmer This Car
    Episode 22
    Let's Val Kilmer This Car

The Goldbergs season 5 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

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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

### The Goldberg Family Goes to Beefsteak Charlie's - **The Dinner Begins**: The Goldbergs arrive at Beefsteak Charlie's for Erica and Geoff's birthday dinner. The family's loud and boundaryless nature immediately causes a scene. - Beverly tries to get a table faster, citing Murray's low blood sugar. - Geoff is horrified to see his whole family there, fearing public embarrassment. - **Choosing the Table**: The family rejects multiple tables for various reasons, like being near the kitchen, under an air conditioner, or too close to the bathroom. - **Ordering the Meal**: - Murray sets strict rules for ordering to save money. - Beverly tries to order for Murray, causing frustration. - Barry insists on ordering fish at the steakhouse, against advice. - **The Bread Basket Incident**: - Beverly restricts everyone to one roll to avoid filling up on bread. - The family uses a 'food purse' to store extra rolls. - **The Meal Arrives**: - There's confusion over orders, with Barry's fish being unpopular and Murray's steak not cooked to preference. - Geoff, feeling overwhelmed, orders just soup. - **Dinner Chaos**: - The family mistakenly takes another table's order, leading to a confrontation. - Beverly sends back several dishes, causing further disruption. - **Billing Discrepancies**: Beverly meticulously checks the bill, disputing charges for cake and steak sizes. - **Geoff's Meltdown**: Frustrated by the family's antics, Geoff lashes out at each family member, criticizing their dining behaviors. - **Leftover Breakfast**: The next morning, Beverly serves leftovers, including Barry's unpopular fish, now turned into a 'fishy scramble'. ### Themes and Character Development - **The Goldberg's Public Behavior**: The family's lack of public etiquette and loud dynamics are highlighted. - **Geoff's Integration**: Geoff's struggle to fit in with Erica's family is a key focus, culminating in his meltdown. - **Family Dynamics**: The episode explores the chaotic but loving nature of the Goldberg family.

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.

 
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