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The Best Episodes Written By Michelle Nader

Every TV Episode Written by Michelle Nader Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - Surprise
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #1 - Surprise

    S2:E13

    Matt revs his love life back up only to find the road rockier than expected. Meanwhile, a chance romantic moment has Riley and Gabe questioning the nature of their relationship.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - And the New Boss
    7.3/10(12 votes)

    #2 - And the New Boss

    S2:E9

    Max and Caroline decide to hire an intern to help take care of some of the menial tasks involved with the preparation for opening their new cupcake shop, but Max seems conflicted with her new managerial role as the boss

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 12 - And The French Kiss
    7.2/10(10 votes)

    #3 - And The French Kiss

    S3:E12

    After an incredible make-out session with Max’s pastry school teacher, Chef Nicholas, Caroline finds out something that makes her wish it never happened.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 2 - And The Kickstarter
    7.1/10(12 votes)

    #4 - And The Kickstarter

    S3:E2

    Caroline tries to raise money for an expensive pair of new pants through an online fundraising site. Meanwhile, Max’s new smartphone comes between her and Caroline.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 14 - And Too Little Sleep
    7.1/10(12 votes)

    #5 - And Too Little Sleep

    S2:E14

    The diner gang helps Max and Caroline bake throughout the night in order to fulfill a gigantic cupcake order.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - An Affair to Remember
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - An Affair to Remember

    S1:E17

    For the Mayor's 50th birthday, Paul is determined to get his ""old friend"" George Stephanopoulos to attend the event; as Michael arranges for birthday wishes from David Letterman, Patrick Ewing, Al Michaels, Dan Dierdorf, Frank Gifford, Rosie O'Donnell, Larry King, and the cast of Rent. But in the midst of the planning, a scandal swirls about the Mayor's presumed affair with a staffer from the Governor's office.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  7. undefined Season 3 Episode 21 - And The Wedding Cake Cake Cake
    6.9/10(10 votes)

    #7 - And The Wedding Cake Cake Cake

    S3:E21

    Max and Caroline agree to make a wedding cake for a bride who can’t decide on what style of cake she wants – or much of anything else.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 23 - And the Tip Slip
    6.9/10(9 votes)

    #8 - And the Tip Slip

    S2:E23

    Caroline’s father asks her to go on a talk show to defend him when a former employee threatens to defame him in a tell-all book.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  9. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - And The Childhood Not Included
    6.9/10(13 votes)

    #9 - And The Childhood Not Included

    S4:E3

    When Caroline accidentally loses Han’s expensive fish while cleaning the tank, Max considers selling a sentimental gift she just received from her mother in order to pay for a new one.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  10. undefined Season 6 Episode 21 - And 2 Broke Girls: The Movie
    6.9/10(8 votes)

    #10 - And 2 Broke Girls: The Movie

    S6:E21

    The women and the diner gang prepare for the premiere of the film about Caroline's life; Caroline and Max contemplate their future at the diner.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  11. undefined Season 6 Episode 1 - And the Two Openings: Part One & Part Two
    6.7/10(12 votes)

    #11 - And the Two Openings: Part One & Part Two

    S6:E1

    As Max and Caroline, now part owners of the diner, put the finishing touches on their newly converted Dessert Bar, Max deals with the aftermath of her recent breakup with Randy, and Sophie and Oleg prepare for the birth of their baby.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  12. undefined Season 5 Episode 14 - And You Bet Your Ass
    6.5/10(9 votes)

    #12 - And You Bet Your Ass

    S5:E14

    Caroline continues meeting with studio writers in an effort to make her life story into a movie, but she is torn when they reveal they would not portray Max in the project. Also, Max is being spoiled by her new Hollywood beau, Randy, who sets Caroline up on a date with his friend, Bob.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  13. undefined Season 5 Episode 3 - And The Maybe Baby
    6.2/10(9 votes)

    #13 - And The Maybe Baby

    S5:E3

    When the girls run into Caroline's newly engaged ex, Candy Andy, Caroline wonders if she made a mistake when she sees how much he supports his fiancé's career.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  14. undefined Season 5 Episode 22 - And The Big Gamble
    6.2/10(8 votes)

    #14 - And The Big Gamble

    S5:E22

    When Max and Caroline discover that Han is in hot water after amassing substantial debt that he cannot repay from gambling on women’s tennis, the diner gang rallies to help him.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  15. undefined Season 6 Episode 11 - And the Riverboat Runs Through It
    6.1/10(9 votes)

    #15 - And the Riverboat Runs Through It

    S6:E11

    As Max and Caroline's road trip misadventures continue, their lack of money finds them stowing away and waitressing on a riverboat to New Orleans as Max tries to reach Randy in Texas. Back at the diner, Oleg and Sophie rake in big bucks when they sell pony rides with Chestnut.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Phantom Limb
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - Phantom Limb

    S1:E7

    After missing Maddies soccer game due to dialysis, a depressed Drew begins to question if all his sacrifices are worth it.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  17. undefined Season 4 Episode 9 - And The Past And The Furious
    6.0/10(11 votes)

    #17 - And The Past And The Furious

    S4:E9

    Caroline is shocked when she receives a Lamborghini for her birthday, which her father ordered for her four years ago. Meanwhile, Oleg has something big planned for Sophie.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Recessive Gina
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - Recessive Gina

    S1:E11

    Gina takes Drew and Norma on a road trip to track down her father's medical records.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 14 - Love Life Support
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Love Life Support

    S1:E14

    Gina sabotages her relationship with Eli after he invites her to a wedding in Las Vegas.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - High Risk Factor
    4.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - High Risk Factor

    S1:E5

    Drew downloads a tracking app to keep an eye on Gina after he begins getting concerned about her reckless behavior.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - B Negative (2)
    4.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - B Negative (2)

    S1:E10

    Drew falls into a deep depression after a friend's failed kidney surgery, and it's up to Gina to help him out of it.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Open Heart Surgery
    0.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - Open Heart Surgery

    S1:E6

    Gina needs to keep herself together to pass a psych evaluation while dealing with the news of an ex's engagement.

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    Writer:Michelle Nader

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Michelle Nader Ratings Summary

"Surprise" is the best rated episode written by Michelle Nader. It scored 7.75/10 based on 4 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 2/4/2026 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "And the New Boss".