Newsday by Verne Gay

It's smartly acted, well written, funny, expertly directed and hugely entertaining. And utterly, totally, profoundly devoid of pretension.

Chicago Tribune by Maureen Ryan

Watching Burn Notice and eating candy--it’s getting hard to tell the difference between the two.

Christian Science Monitor by Gloria Goodale

Brisk and witty, this is a good showcase for Donovan's super-tough-guy-with-a-heart-of-gold persona.

Newark Star-Ledger by Alan Sepinwall

Nix and company had a very thing going last season, and they've found a way to change the show a little without screwing it up.

New York Daily News by David Hinckley

Everything isn't perfect on Burn Notice. Some of the subplots have to be wrapped up a little neatly. But the interplay of the core group has enough ambivalence and shadows to keep the show intriguing.

Baltimore Sun by Robert Lloyd

I'll take Jeffrey Donovan as Michael Westen in USA's delightful new action comedy Burn Notice.

Newsday by Diane Werts

These folks know how to hit a note, and hold it, which means "Burn Notice" doesn't wobble around wondering how serious/silly to be. Its pitch is perfect.

Los Angeles Times by Robert Lloyd

The dialogue is always to the point, yet it gives even the bit players enough room to create something memorable.

Detroit Free Press by Mike Duffy

It makes a smart, charmingly irreverent first impression, thanks to its pleasantly warped, deadpan writing and performing.