The Astonishing Truth: Debunking the Myths About Bears
The Bear challenges believability with its unrealistic elements From mysteriously clean clothes to improbable cooking mistakes, this article uncovers the top 10 moments where the show stretches credibility
Summary
The Bear, in spite of its reputation for authenticity, features several instances that defy realism but are frequently disregarded. These include impeccably tidy chefs and characters who manage to drug children without facing any repercussions.
The show has garnered immense praise, boasting an impressive 99% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and garnering five Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Its meticulous craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail have captivated viewers, although it is not devoid of imperfections.
Notable instances of unrealistic moments include Carmy consistently donning pristine attire despite working in a filthy restaurant, characters evading repercussions for drugging a children's party, and Carmy's sudden mastery of DIY skills in a remarkably brief period of time.
Despite its reputation for realism, The Bear actually contains a number of unrealistic moments that cannot be overlooked. While the show has received endless praise for its accurate portrayal of life in a restaurant, including the relationships and workings of the hospitality industry, there are several aspects outside of this realm that often go unnoticed.
The Bear has taken the world by storm, boasting an impressive 99% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and being nominated for five Primetime Emmy Awards. The series is mesmerizing due to its meticulous attention to detail, with every line of dialogue and every shot carefully crafted. However, it is not without its flaws. With impossibly pristine chefs, characters getting away with drugging an entire children's party, and a few other scenes, there are numerous moments in the show that seem unnaturally unrealistic.
10 Carmy's Clothes Always Stay Clean
Even in the cleanest of restaurants, the chefs are always going to get dirty. Chefs in The Original Beef should be especially dirty given how grimy and rotten the place is. After all, the ceiling is literally caving in. Even with that being the case,
9 Nobody Faces The Consequences Of Drugging An Entire Children's Party
Carmy always appears immaculate. Typically, there isn't a single spot of food splatter on his apron or his pristine white t-shirts. It also defies all logic that his clothes remain spotless despite his heavy smoking habit. In addition to his impeccable clothing, Carmy also maintains a consistently clean-shaven face and perfectly styled hair, which is completely inconceivable considering the level of stress and time constraints he constantly faces.
In The Bear season 1, episode 4 titled "Dogs," Carmy and Richie unintentionally drug every child at a kids' birthday party by spiking a homemade Ecto cooler with Richie's Xanax. Consequently, the children all pass out in the yard. Although accidental drugging is already a serious matter, someone should be held responsible when an entire group of kids consumes Xanax. Surprisingly, neither Richie nor Carmy face any consequences for their actions, and to make matters worse, Cicero acts as if the cousins did him a favor. This particular episode, "Dogs," stands out as the most stark example of The Bear compromising its realism for the sake of broad humor.
8 Carmy & Sydney's DIY Hardware Skills
Carmy and Sydney's relationship in The Bear can be baffling due to their constant apologies to each other. In episode 9 of season 2 titled "Omellete," Carmy expresses remorse to Sydney while attempting to repair a table underneath which he finds himself. The tabletop is uneven, and Carmy MacGyvers a solution using a hanger hook instead of the intended metal bracket to restore balance. Although The Bear provides intricate details about restaurant kitchens, the scene where the table is fixed lacks coherence. The wobbly table could be interpreted as a mere pretext for Carmy to open up emotionally to Sydney, but the sequence remains implausibly unrealistic.
7 Carmy Getting Stuck In The Walk-In Freezer
In the season 2 finale of The Bear, Carmy finds herself trapped in a freezer. Normally, walk-in freezers are equipped with an emergency button or latch on the inside to open the door. Although it was mentioned in the previous episode that the freezer hadn't been repaired, this foreshadowing fails to address the various questions arising from the broken freezer. It is highly unlikely that the restaurant would have passed health and safety inspections without having an emergency button. The situation of Carmy getting trapped in the walk-in freezer not only lacks logic but also gives rise to other plot holes, as the chefs would have needed to access the freezer throughout the evening to gather ingredients for the meals.
6 Richie Shooting A Gun In Broad Daylight To Keep The Customers In Check
After organizing a video game event, fans, most of whom are in elaborate cosplay attire, display hostile and impatient behavior outside the establishment. This escalates to the point where Richie fires a weapon into the air, despite it being daytime. Although Southside Chicago is known for its violence, many individuals would have objected to such a reckless act, leading to the inevitable involvement of law enforcement and subsequent closure of the restaurant. Additionally, it seems implausible that all the Ballbreaker fans managed to assemble in their intricate costumes within a few hours of the tournament being announced.
5 How Quick Richie's Skills Improve
Richie's hosting skills are put to the test when the opening night of The Bear goes awry. Surprisingly, he becomes the star of the night. However, as heartwarming as his season 2 arc is, it's highly unlikely that Richie could have made such significant progress in such a short period of time. Mastering the skills he showcased usually takes years of experience. Considering that The Original Beef lacked table service, reservations, or any form of organization, it's difficult to believe that he acquired all that knowledge in just one week.
4 Carmy Makes So Many Mistakes Despite Being One Of The USA's Best Chefs
Carmy's stress is understandable due to the immense pressure he faces in obtaining a Michelin star for The Bear. However, throughout both seasons 1 and 2 of The Bear, Carmy showcases his culinary expertise, but also makes significant errors. It can be argued that a chef's skill is measured by the success of their restaurant, yet Carmy's mistakes have severe consequences. These include neglecting to fix the walk-in freezer, consistently failing the fire suppression test, and displaying overall indecisiveness. Considering Carmy's background of training in some of the most demanding restaurants globally, his lack of competence is far from realistic, especially considering his reputation.
3 Sydney's Day-Long Dine-Out At Chicago's Fanciest Restaurants
In the third episode of season 2 of The Bear, titled "Sundae," Sydney embarks on a culinary adventure throughout Chicago in search of inspiration. Throughout the episode, our character indulges in a variety of delectable dishes from renowned restaurants across the city. Despite her petite frame, Sydney manages to savor each dish without ever feeling satiated. Some highlights include a mouthwatering lonaniza breakfast sandwich accompanied by a crispy hashbrown, Kasama's tantalizing mushroom adobo with a side of mango tart, Pizza Lobo's irresistible pepperoni pizza, succulent ribs and golden fries from the famous Russell's Barbecue, Pequod's signature deep-dish pizza, and a satisfying plate of noodles and scallion courtesy of Lao Peng You. It's truly remarkable how one person, especially someone as small as Sydney, could consume such a feast.
2 The Beef/The Bear Retains Almost All Of Its Staff
1 Carmy Didn't Know What A ServSafe Certification Was
Despite the odds, Carmy has managed to retain the majority of his workforce at The Original Beef and The Bear, defying the norms of reality. Although there have been a few tense moments, such as Sydney and Marcus quitting in season 1, episode 7 titled "Review," and one chef being terminated for using crystal meth during break time in season 2, the rest of the restaurant staff has remained loyal to Carmy. This unswerving loyalty is highly improbable given the detrimental impact of Carmy's declining mental health on the team, as well as Richie's relentless humiliation of them all. Richie engages in bullying and even physical assaults against Fak, while also verbally attacking the others, ultimately creating a hostile work environment.
Obtaining a ServSafe certification ensures that restaurant managers possess the necessary knowledge of food safety to safeguard patrons against foodborne illnesses. Although Carmy, a chef in The Bear, was unaware of ServSafe, he did recognize the importance of a food protection certificate in New York City, where ServSafe is not formally recognized. Given Carmy's impressive experience working in renowned restaurants, including Michelin Star establishments and even the world's finest eatery, it is evident that he would prioritize ServSafe certification for everyone in the restaurant.
