ask the server what they'd order on their day off — that's always the right call

good light lunch option, ask for chili flakes and a lemon wedge for extra dimension

good crema means good beans, not over-extracted, two shots is usually plenty

medium-rare, ask for the chimichurri or peppercorn sauce — fries should be thin and crispy

large is plenty, free refills at the right spots, brewed strong is the move