The BEST episodes of Vanderpump Rules season 3

Every episode of Vanderpump Rules season 3, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Vanderpump Rules season 3!

Vanderpump Rules follows the passionate, volatile and hot-and-bothered-staff at Lisa Vanderpump’s West Hollywood mainstay SUR. Lisa balances her motherly instincts and shrewd business sense to keep control over this wild group of employees as they pursue their dreams and each other while working at her "Sexy, Unique Restaurant." Often seen on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, SUR has been the backdrop for many memorable moments, including the unexpected encounter between Brandi Glanville and Scheana Marie, a female server who famously had an affair with Brandi’s ex-husband.

Last Updated: 11/24/2024Network: BravoStatus: Continuing
Ring on a String
star
7.48
58 votes

#1 - Ring on a String

Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 2/16/2015

Scheana breaks down as her plan for a perfect wedding falls apart; Kristen gets into a fight with James at the reception, fulfilling everyone's worst expectations; Tom Schwartz makes a bad situation worse with an apology gift.

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Grand Opening and Closure
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7.46
80 votes

#2 - Grand Opening and Closure

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/17/2014

After going over the budget and past schedule, Lisa struggles to make the grand opening of PUMP a huge success. Stassi confronts Scheana over her mean-spirited tweets, but Scheana maintains she only retweeted what someone else already said. Kristen seeks closure with Tom Sandoval, but watching Ariana take her place triggers her innermost feelings for her ex-boyfriend.

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All Fired Up
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7.43
79 votes

#3 - All Fired Up

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/10/2014

On the eve of her largest restaurant opening yet, Lisa must dole out harsh punishments to the SUR staff for their appalling behavior at Scheana's birthday party. Jax tries to do the right thing by choosing between his two girlfriends, but finds honesty has its downfalls. Stassi coaches Tom Schwartz on how to charm Lisa into giving him a fair shot at his new job at PUMP.

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Miami Vices
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7.33
64 votes

#4 - Miami Vices

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/26/2015

Chaos erupts at SUR when dramas surround Kristen and Tom Sandoval. Scheana corners Kristen about her actions as Lisa springs into action to keep SUR running.

Judgement Day
star
7.32
62 votes

#5 - Judgement Day

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/2/2015

Lisa confronts Kristen about her disrespect for management and arrives at a final decision in regards to her future at SUR; Tom Schwartz makes a shocking revelation to Katie; Scheana debates whether to rescind Kristen's wedding invitation.

What Happens in San Diego
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7.30
64 votes

#6 - What Happens in San Diego

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/29/2014

Lisa advises Scheana to invite Stassi and Katie to her bachelorette party in Miami, but Stassi wants to boycott the celebration. Jax's girlfriend Tiffany hooks the guys up with a VIP weekend in San Diego; however, a night of drinking and debauchery leaves Tom Sandoval accusing Jax of going too far.

Instafight
star
7.29
91 votes

#7 - Instafight

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/3/2014

In the Season 3 premiere, Lisa Vanderpump still rules over everything at SUR, but no longer rules over Stassi, who returns from New York to find everything has changed between her and her former friends. Meanwhile, Jax prepares for plastic surgery, Scheana plans her perfect birthday party, and Tom Sandoval sparks a romance with Ariana, but all happiness is jeopardized when Kristen digs up a secret that will rock everyone.

Secrets Revealed
star
7.28
29 votes

#8 - Secrets Revealed

Season 3 - Episode 21 - Aired 3/23/2015

Previously unseen footage from Season 3 is presented. Included: Katie attacks a meddling Jax; James corners Kristen about her past with Tom Sandoval; Peter gets assistance to score a date; and Lisa hires a restaurant consultant.

Kiss and Tell
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7.26
68 votes

#9 - Kiss and Tell

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/8/2014

Kristen reveals that Tom Schwartz may be cheating on Katie. Katie interrogates the SUR staff about Schwartz's infidelity and discovers they know more than expected. Lisa hosts the "50 Gay Mayors" event at PUMP.

Jax Cracks
star
7.23
57 votes

#10 - Jax Cracks

Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/23/2015

Jax struggles to stay loyal to Tom, but Stassi teaches Kristen how to make Jax reveal Tom’s alleged cheating. James apologizes to Kristen to salvage their relationship. Lisa teams up with Lance Bass to host a puppy adoption at PUMP.

Tears Over Miami
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7.21
62 votes

#11 - Tears Over Miami

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/12/2015

Jax reunites with an old friend at Scheana’s Miami Beach bachelorette party, making the group wonder if Jax is hiding secrets about his sexual past. Tom Sandoval makes a tearful plea to Kristen to stop harassing Ariana, and Lisa confronts Stassi for cutting Katie out of her life.

Dethroned
star
7.16
64 votes

#12 - Dethroned

Season 3 - Episode 18 - Aired 3/2/2015

SUR's annual photo shoot takes dramatic turns when Tom Sandoval confronts Jax in the Season 3 finale. Also: Katie pushes Tom Schwartz to take action in their relationship; Tom Sandoval and Ariana's relationship rises to the next level; and Stassi decides to return to SUR for an anniversary party.

New Girl, Old Grudges
star
7.12
73 votes

#13 - New Girl, Old Grudges

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/15/2014

With Gay Pride coming up, Lisa hires a new hostess named Vail, who immediately catches the attention of Jax. Stassi slams Tom Schwartz for remaining friends with Jax, but Schwartz believes her anger is just a grudge against her ex-boyfriend. James feels the strain of Kristen's ongoing obsession with Tom and Ariana.

Mind the Jax
star
7.11
74 votes

#14 - Mind the Jax

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/22/2014

Jax pursues new SUR hostess Vail, but gets caught up in a lie about his current girlfriend. James tries to clear the air with Tom Sandoval before Scheana's bachelorette party in Miami, but Kristen's lingering obsession is too much for them to overcome. Katie and Tom seek couples' therapy to save their relationship.

Bachelorette Beach Party
star
7.11
66 votes

#15 - Bachelorette Beach Party

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/5/2015

The SUR crew puts aside their differences to celebrate Scheana’s bachelorette party in Miami with sun, sand and a lot of liquor. Jax pursues Vail, but Tom Sandoval calls him out for his lying, womanizing ways. When a PUMP manager quits, Lisa calls on the one person she knows can fill the important role: her daughter, Pandora.

In the Doghouse
star
7.08
76 votes

#16 - In the Doghouse

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/1/2014

Kristen and Tom Sandoval return to SUR after their suspensions. Tom Schwartz adopts a puppy to delay marriage talks with Katie, but their relationship is tested when Jax spreads rumors that Katie cheated. And Lisa gives Stassi a special opportunity to style her for a cover photo shoot, which ends up with both women feeling underappreciated by the other.

For Better or Worse
star
7.07
61 votes

#17 - For Better or Worse

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/9/2015

Scheana's wedding arrives, but the big day spirals into a nightmare. Meanwhile, James faces Kristen's obsession with Tom Sandoval, and the value of marriage is debated.

Reunion (Part 1)
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7.04
52 votes

#18 - Reunion (Part 1)

Season 3 - Episode 19 - Aired 3/9/2015

Part 1 of 2. Lisa and the SUR staffers reunite. Here, Kristen reveals a shocking newfound friendship, Tom Sandoval defends a past fight, Jax discusses a rumored romance, and Stassi faces Jax for the first time in over a year. Andy Cohen hosts.

Reunion (Part 2)
star
7.02
46 votes

#19 - Reunion (Part 2)

Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 3/16/2015

Conclusion. The cast members reunite. Here, they dish on their issues with Stassi; Tom Sandoval and Ariana face off against Kristen; Tom Schwartz sounds off about an ultimatum; and Stassi sheds light on a shattered friendship. Host: Andy Cohen.

Jax Nose Best
star
7.01
78 votes

#20 - Jax Nose Best

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/24/2014

Stassi, Scheana, and Kristen face-off at a party, while Jax gets a nose job -- and learns who really cares about him.

A Stand Against Stassi
star
6.93
69 votes

#21 - A Stand Against Stassi

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/19/2015

When Stassi refuses to forgive Katie for attending Scheana's bachelorette party, Katie must either fight for her friendship or cut Stassi out of her life. Peter mistakes Vail's flirting for interest and asks her on a date that quickly turns awkward. Kristen connects with the girl Tom Sandoval allegedly cheated with in hopes of finally breaking up his relationship with Ariana.