Overview

• Carmy signals his intent to step back from restaurant duties, setting the stage for Sydney to assume primary leadership.
• Richie gains a formal partnership stake, reflecting his growing role both in the kitchen and in business decisions.
• The Bear remains under pressure to hit profitability after a scathing Chicago Tribune review placed it on a tight deadline.
• The popular Beef window has drawn attention for potential franchising plans aimed at diversifying revenue streams.
• FX has not yet renewed The Bear for a fifth season, though creator Christopher Storer says he has ideas pending cast availability and network timing.