Frank's Steakhouse, Cambridge

Says the Cambridge Frank's was not good even before the pandemic.

Lives nearby and has eaten there several times, but finds the steak never very good.

Suggests Frank's for its old-fashioned steakhouse feel.

Says Frank's on Mass Ave has been mediocre since the pandemic.

Answers the request with it, placing it on Mass Ave.

Says Frank's alone fits both of the asker's criteria.

Goes with a spouse occasionally; calls it old-school and enjoyable if expectations are kept in check.

Calls it a solid local spot for a steak with mashed potatoes; warns not to expect a high-end steakhouse.

Calls Frank's solid, saying a cocktail there makes it work, and agrees it's the right pick.

Lists it among spots that should suit the request.

Answers Frank's as the steak pick.

Recommends the Cambridge spot for better-quality, leaner meat, implying rivals mask weaker beef with marinades.

Says the prime rib is a pleasant surprise, praises the onion loaf, and rates the place above national chains.

Relays a relative's view that Frank's was well regarded decades ago, implying decline since.

Agrees with the Frank's pick and prefers its tomahawk to a ribeye.

Names Frank's as the pick and says insiders agree.

Suggests Frank's Steakhouse as a good local option.

Says the experience justifies a visit even though the food isn't rated best or above average; also praises the bread.

Visited once long ago; found it okay and would not return, preferring top-tier places.

Found it very underwhelming.

Recommends trying the place at least once; enjoyed a past meal there and mentions the sizzler, a steak served with sides on a hotplate.

Visited once and came away unimpressed.