 Dave Anderson of "TV Guide" called the episode first-rate, while praising the comedic Bree storyline and declaring the set-up for the Orson mystery storyline ingenious.He commended Marcia Cross' performance but opined that Longoria provided the best comedic relief.He also complimented Teri Hatcher's acting, commenting that she "was awesome in the poignant scene where she asks the comatose Mike permission to go on the (almost) date with Ian."