The Real Housewives of New York City

10 Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of New York City - Season 3

A fast-paced reality show that follows several incredibly busy and ambitious Manhattan women. Watch as they balance envious social calendars, challenging careers, and motherhood, with the hustle and bustle of the big city all around.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.

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The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E5

#15 - Hot Off the Press (Season 3 - Episode 5)

Bethenny discovers she's the focus of a gossip article and comes to suspect that Jill was the source. Meanwhile, Kelly participates in an interview for her Playboy spread; Alex selects designers for a Brooklyn fashion event; Kelly receives an e-mail warning regarding Jill; and Bethenny attempts to call a truce with Jill.

The episode was rated 7.16 from 31 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E2

#14 - Dueling Labor Day Parties (Season 3 - Episode 2)

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While in the Hamptons, LuAnn and her children receive a surprise visit from erstwhile housekeeper Rosie. The arrival of Labor Day results in laborious drama when both Ramona and LuAnn throw separate parties, forcing the other wives to choose bashes. Meanwhile, Jason asks Bethenny a crucial question over dinner; and dramas play out between LuAnn and Mario.

The episode was rated 7.18 from 34 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E3

#13 - Fall in Manhattan (Season 3 - Episode 3)

All the well-tended women return to Manhattan, with LuAnn then basking in her favorite Big Apple fall events. Meanwhile, Kelly informs her daughters about her decision to pose in Playboy, resulting in an uncomfortable discourse. Later, Alex fumes when Jill and LuAnn make snide remarks about her children; and Kelly goes on the set for her Playboy shoot.

The episode was rated 7.21 from 34 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E6

#12 - The Ambush (Season 3 - Episode 6)

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Bethenny and Ramona have a venomous argument while walking across the Brooklyn Bridge. Things don't get any better for Bethenny, who then learns about a family illness. Meanwhile, Kelly snaps photos of random Manhattan denizens for an article; and Alex continues to piece together a fashion-weekend event.

The episode was rated 7.26 from 27 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E15

#11 - Reunion, Part 1 (Season 3 - Episode 15)

Bravo gives fans of "The Real Housewives of New York City" an extra helping of drama when everyone's favorite Manhattanites reunite during the first part of the season three reunion special. Hosted by Bravo's Andy Cohen, the reunion will bring all of the women together again on one stage: Kelly Bensimon, Jill Zarin, LuAnn de Lesseps, Alex McCord, Bethenny Frankel, Ramona Singer and Sonja Morgan.

The episode was rated 7.32 from 22 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E17

#10 - Reunion, Part 3 (Season 3 - Episode 17)

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Bravo gives fans of "The Real Housewives of New York City" another helping of drama when everyone's favorite Manhattanites reunite during the third part of the season three reunion special. Hosted by Bravo's Andy Cohen, the reunion will bring all of the women together again on one stage: Kelly Bensimon, Jill Zarin, LuAnn de Lesseps, Alex McCord, Bethenny Frankel, Ramona Singer and Sonja Morgan.

The episode was rated 7.33 from 24 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E11

#9 - Housewives Overboard (Season 3 - Episode 11)

The ladies bask in some fun in the sun when Ramona organizes a "renewal getaway." Still stung from her loss, Bethenny is comforted by the ladies---until Kelly kicks up some drama. Meanwhile, LuAnn tunes up in the Big Apple by recording a song in the studio.

The episode was rated 7.35 from 34 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E8

#8 - Let's See That Ring (Season 3 - Episode 8)

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Kelly joins Sonja and LuAnn in the Hamptons for gossipy dishing about romance, marriage and under-the-covers relations. In other diva plot arcs, all the ladies attend Kelly's party, where Bethenny springs breaking news on them and dramas revolve around Jill.

The episode was rated 7.36 from 28 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E10

#7 - Leap Before You Look (Season 3 - Episode 10)

Drama surges at LuAnn's charity event when Jill and Alex feud. In addition, LuAnn, Kelly, Jill and Sonja bond over yoga; LuAnn reflects on her taxing year; Bethenny flies to Los Angeles to be with her ill father; and LuAnn reenters the dating scene.

The episode was rated 7.40 from 30 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E4

#6 - Fashion and Fighting (Season 3 - Episode 4)

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LuAnn and Bethenny clash at a Fashion Week show. Later, Kelly, Jill and Ramona gossip about all things Bethenny. As for Bethenny, she hosts a style event, where she and Kelly actually agree on a cease-fire. Meanwhile, Jill's show results in an explosion of drama and one person's stormy exit.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 33 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E1

#5 - New Alliances (Season 3 - Episode 1)

Season 3 opens with summer winding down in the Hamptons and alliances flip-flopping dramatically. Here, a sunny day on a yacht turns stormy due to cruel remarks. Meanwhile, Bethenny returns to Manhattan to pose nude in a PETA photo shoot; LuAnn and Jill reach out to Kelly; Bethenny and LuAnn share a cocktail get-together---but LuAnn may have a hidden motive for the meeting.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 30 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E14

#4 - Rebuked, Reunited, Renewed (Season 3 - Episode 14)

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Season 3 closes on the well-pampered Big Apple ladies with Jill and Bethenny at long last trying to end their feud. Meanwhile, LuAnn performs her single at a record-release party---but the wives are more interested in her new French boyfriend. Finally, the gang gathers to witness Ramona renewing her vows with Mario.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 26 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E16

#3 - Reunion, Part 2 (Season 3 - Episode 16)

Bravo gives fans of "The Real Housewives of New York City" an extra helping of drama when everyone's favorite Manhattanites reunite during the second part of the season three reunion special. Hosted by Bravo's Andy Cohen, the reunion will bring all of the women together again on one stage: Kelly Bensimon, Jill Zarin, LuAnn de Lesseps, Alex McCord, Bethenny Frankel, Ramona Singer and Sonja Morgan.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 19 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E13

#2 - Shunburn (Season 3 - Episode 13)

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The ladies' Virgin Islands getaway continues---but it's not a stunning development when Kelly departs the resort in the middle of the night. Before long, unexpected guests arrive at the island, and a warm welcome does not await them. Back in the Big Apple, Jill tries to reconcile with Ramona and Bethenny.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 31 votes.

The Real Housewives of New York City - S3E12

#1 - Sun, Sand and Psychosis (Season 3 - Episode 12)

A Virgin Island getaway turns nasty when an argument breaks out between Kelly and Bethenny, ruining a peaceful breakfast and precipitating a meltdown for Kelly. Later, Bethenny cooks up dinner, but it's hard to swallow when there are yet more blowups. Cut to the Big Apple, where Jill mulls over going to the Virgin Islands to see all the drama in person.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 32 votes.

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