Renowned food critic Opeyemi Famakin has opened up about the emotional toll he faced following his 2023 review of Jazzy’s Burger, the restaurant owned by music mogul Don Jazzy. Speaking on the With Chude podcast, Famakin revealed that while his intentions were purely constructive, the internet had other plans, turning his feedback into a source of public backlash.
Famakin, known for his no-nonsense approach to food reviews, shared that his admiration for Don Jazzy made the situation particularly painful. “I wasn’t being malicious. I simply gave my honest thoughts—what I liked, what I didn’t—and hoped it would help improve the business,” he explained. However, the internet, as it often does, misconstrued his review, making it seem like an attack on Don Jazzy rather than the constructive critique it was intended to be.
Despite the initial drama, Don Jazzy’s response was a testament to his business acumen. Famakin praised the music executive for taking the feedback in stride and implementing changes based on his suggestions. “He listened and worked on the things I mentioned. That’s the mark of a true entrepreneur,” Famakin noted.
Reflecting on the experience, the food critic admitted that the backlash left him feeling like a “clout chaser” in the eyes of someone he deeply respects. “It hurt because I love Don Jazzy, and it might have looked like I was trying to tear down his business. But that was never the case,” he said.
Famakin’s candid admission sheds light on the thin line between honest criticism and public perception, especially in an age where social media often distorts intentions. While the incident left him emotionally scarred, it also highlighted Don Jazzy’s ability to turn feedback into an opportunity for growth—showing that, in the end, the goal was always progress.
