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Let’s be honestyou’re there for the steak.

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The side dish often seems like an afterthought that could put a serious damper on your expensive meal.

spoke with different chefs who reveal what to steer clear of at a steakhouse and why.

But at most places, it just feels like filler on the plate.''

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“You’re honestly better off spending those calories on something the kitchen actually puts some thought into.”

“When dining at a steakhouse, pasta is often a misstep,” he says.

It’s like ordering pizza from a Japanese restaurant, it’s not their speciality.

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Stick to potatoes!"

“For this same reason, your lobster mac probably came fresh out of the freezer!”

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