ribeye over filet for flavor, check the special if it's a hanger or skirt cut

the test of any fast food spot — if these are bad, the rest probably is too

thick-cut, crispy batter, sub them in for fries when offered — they're always the better play

good test of the bar program — if the house cocktail is bland, stick to wine

ask if it's house-made and warm, vanilla ice cream is the right pairing