Have been there a few times and the ""wow factor"" decreases each time. Its reputation inflates your expectations but the food fails to live up to all the hype. That being said, the food is good but not phenomenal. I find that the sides (especially the bacon) outperform the steak. Keep in mind you need to bring cash (and plenty of it) with you, unless you are P.L. card holder. The prices are a little higher than they should be and, for the price, I'd recommend heading to Uncle Jack's, which is a few miles down the road (in Bayside, on Bell Blvd.) and where you get better service and a little cozier atmosphere. Still a decent restaurant whose nostalgia may make up for what it lacks in product. People who have dined with me and were first-timers here were impressed more than I was. One plus is that you can dip just about anything (bacon, break, etc.) into the tangy sauce - a plus, for sure. NOTE: from what I hear, the Brooklyn location is superior to this one.
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