Having watched Antique Bakery back in the day, I had some idea of what I was getting into. I anticipated that this would be a wild slice of life drama that pivots rapidly between moments of absurdity and seriousness and that's exactly what Baker Boys delivers. It sticks quite a bit closer to the original manga and I personally enjoyed that.

Throughout the episodes, I really came to care for these 4 men who came together to work at Sweet Day, and found a family where they least expected too. Each character has their own issues and past trauma they bring to the table, and as a family they support each other through their journies. There are some really funny moments, some absolutely heartbreaking moments, and some downright absurd moments, but this drama stays entertaining all throughout.

Forgiveness is a heavy topic within this drama and I have to say this is something it at times does not execute particularly well. Forgiveness and what you're willing to forgive is a very individual thing and so I'm sure this specific topic is bound to divide many audiences. Definitely something to be aware of when considering whether to watch or not because depending on your views on these types of things, these aspects of the show could get annoying fast. Also, something to be aware of again is how this show juxtaposes very serious topics with humor in adjacent scenes. This may not be an appealing concept for everyone and may feel jarring for some.

All in all, I knew what I wanted for this show and it delivered that to me. I love the Baker Boys found family and the wonderful vibe of Sweet Day Cafe.