I think it's probably Louis-Dreyfus' best moment of the show so far, because she's really starting to nail Elaine's declarative, vaguely imperious, self-centered tone." He also admired "the estimable Barney Martin in his first appearance as Jerry's irascible dad."
I think it's probably Louis-Dreyfus' most impressive moment in the show thus far, as she is now convincingly embodying Elaine's assertive and slightly domineering character. Similarly, he appreciated Barney Martin's debut performance as Jerry's cantankerous father.