Critic Reviews

One of the sharpest-looking comedy pilots in recent years.

One tasty comic treat.

It embodies many of the same elements that made Star's HBO half-hour a winner. That means an energetic blend of sex, sophistication, outlandishness and rat-a-tat-tat dialogue spilling from the mouths of effortlessly attractive characters in a sleek setting.

This is one smart, funny comedy that deserves better than the anemic time slot it’s getting.

So no, the jokes aren't as haute as the cuisine. But presentation, on the plate or on television, goes a long way, and Confidential has the look of a winner.

The writing is sharp and sophisticated, avoiding the predictable sitcom cliches.

Anyone who wants to take a walk on the wild side and lose an appetite in the process, your show has arrived.

Only a few scenes capture the swagger and passion that made Bourdain's memoir so enthralling.

"Kitchen Confidential" holds more potential than tonight's decent if imperfect start, given Star's track record and casting.

The antics, though, are standard sitcom - and, refreshingly, many actually are funny.