The episode received mixed to negative reviews. Eric Thurm of The A.V. Club gave it a , describing it as "forgettable". Some viewers on IMDb criticized the episode for its heavy reliance on outdated Italian stereotypes. "Family Guy" Boopa-dee Bappa-dee (TV Episode 2013) - IMDb
The episode features several notable guest voices, as seen on IMDb : as a British woman. Raoul Bova as a Tuscan mob boss. Ginger Gonzaga as an Italian teacher. Chris Diamantopoulos as Dean Martin. Cultural References & Trivia [S12E5] Boopa-dee Bappa-dee
: While using a remote in Italy, Peter changes Stewie into various animated characters, including Bart Simpson ( The Simpsons ), Bobby Hill ( King of the Hill ), and Bender ( Futurama ). The episode received mixed to negative reviews
: Peter makes a joke referencing the Amanda Knox case while discussing American women in Italy. Some viewers on IMDb criticized the episode for
: Peter burns the family's passports to force them to stay in Italy permanently. After a month of living as Italians—where Meg dates a man named Mario—the family realizes they are struggling financially and tries to return home.
: Unable to easily get new passports at the consulate, they sneak back into America by stowing away on a cargo ship while posing as sex dolls. Guest Stars
: The name "Boopa-dee Bappa-dee" is a callback to a Season 6 episode, "McStroke," where Peter grows a mustache and believes it gives him the ability to speak Italian using that specific gibberish.