Mindy Kaling's new sitcom, Not Suitable for Work, has received mixed reviews, with some outlets finding it fun but flawed, while others consider it dated or unoriginal. Some critics have compared it unfavorably to other shows, such as Friends, and suggest that it plays it too safe or fails to flatter its depiction of Gen Z. The overall assessment of the show is uncertain, with opinions ranging from mildly positive to largely negative.