After a laugh-filled and emotional debut season, fans are already buzzing about what’s next for Bobbie and the crew as Season 2 premieres on November 7. The series follows McEntire’s Bobbie as she inherits her late father’s restaurant, only to discover a new half-sister, a flirty relationship with the head chef, and a chosen family she never expected. The hysterical cast — featuring country icon McEntire, Rex Linn, Belissa Escobedo, Melissa Peterman, Tokala Black Elk, and Pablo Castelblanco — has quickly turned Happy’s Place into NBC’s latest feel-good comedy hit.

Here’s a full recap of the biggest moments from Season 1 before Bobbie’s next chapter begins at Happy’s Place.

Bobbie met a secret half-sister after their father’s death

Happy’s Place began with a jaw-dropping surprise: Bobbie discovering that her late father, Happy, had left behind not just his beloved Knoxville restaurant tavern but also a half-sister she had never met or known about. Eager to lean into the impromptu opportunity, Escobedo’s Isabella arrived with big dreams and quite a different outlook on how to run a restaurant, leading her and Bobbie to take some time before they buddied up.

After the initial shake-up, however, Isabella and Bobbie grew closer as they connected over grief while co-existing within their late father’s workplace. After some ridiculous restaurant disasters and many late-night chats, Bobbie and Isabella have since become cherished sisters while living under the same roof.

Isabella was excited to meet Bobbie’s daughter, Gracie

Shameless star Emma Kenney guest starred in Season 1 as Gracie, Bobbie’s daughter stationed at a military base in Qatar. After Gracie visited Knoxville to connect with her mom, she met her new “Tía” Isabella, leading to a chilly tension between the women.

Bobbie was keen to do everything she could to push Gracie and Isabella closer together, but ultimately, it was Bobbie’s controlling parenting that helped Isabella find common ground with Gracie. This sparked a much-needed heart-to-heart between Bobbie and her daughter that had viewers reaching for the tissues.

Bobbie and Emmett’s romance heated up at Happy’s Place

A slow-burning romance was simmering throughout Happy’s Place Season 1, and the entire crew could soon feel the heat as the chemistry between Bobbie and head chef Emmett became more obvious. What began as an effortless friendship soon grew into flirtatious banter and eventually into full-on will-they-won’t-they terrain.

Their easy back-and-forth, no doubt amplified by the real-life heart eyes between co-stars McEntire and her fiancé, Linn, quickly became a highlight of the series. While neither Bobbie nor Emmett has confessed their feelings, it’s clear there’s something deeper beneath the jokes and late-night chats. Many viewers are crossing their fingers to see Bobbie and Emmett take the next step in Season 2.

Emmett faced a health scare that brought him closer to Bobbie

Bobbie Visits Emmett in the Hospital | Happy’s Place | NBC

One of the first season’s most emotional arcs came when Emmett faced a sudden health scare that brought the Happy’s Place staff closer together. After Bobbie noticed that Emmett was late to work and they later discovered he had a heart complication, Bobbie insisted on taking the stubborn Emmett to the hospital.

After reluctantly receiving treatment, Emmett was keen to thank his friend for going the extra mile for him, promising not to ignore his health moving forward. Meanwhile, Bobbie’s true feelings for Emmett became even more apparent as she navigated every hurdle to help her head chef.

Gabby took baby steps toward motherhood

Happy’s Place bartender Gabby spent much of Season 1 making audiences cackle with her ridiculous bar-side manner and chaotic anecdotes, but her storyline took a heartfelt turn after Gabby opened up about wanting to become a mother.

Gabby had been apprehensive about parenthood out of fear of becoming like her own mom, leading her to postpone welcoming a child into her life despite wanting one. Bobbie and the crew helped Gabby understand her value as a mom and her caregiving ways, and viewers can’t wait to see what steps she takes during her next chapter on Happy’s Place.

Season 1 was jam-packed with guest stars

Happy’s Place can conjure quite a quirky crowd, leading to several side-splitting guest appearances throughout the NBC sitcom’s debut season, such as Emma Kenney and Michael O’Neill. There were quite a few Reba reunions throughout the season; Steve Howey returned to television to play Danny, Gabby’s friend, while Reba alum Christopher Rich also guest-starred as Bobbie’s lawyer.

Season 2 is set to add even more dynamite guest stars, with Christopher Lloyd, Carol Kane, and Saturday Night Live alum Cheri Oteri all slated to appear. Fans can also look forward to a Reba reunion between McEntire and JoAnna García Swisher, who will also guest star in a coming episode.

Watch the Happy’s Place Season 2 premiere on Friday, November 7, at 8/7c on NBC. New episodes of Happy’s Place Season 2 will air on Friday nights and be available to stream the next day on Peacock.