Crocodile is neither the best or the worst in town--and in the category that includes Cheesecake Factory, Houstons, Shaker's, etc., it has a lot of advantages. A menu with a little more elan, very good service (generally) and reasonably sized portions that don't insult the mass of developing nations. Be forewarned. There's a definite curve to the stress level: The busier the night, the more frenetic the staff. Best bets: The Ahi sandwich, the Cuban chicken, the barbecue duck quesadilla (when it's on the menu) and the warm steak-and-mushroom salad.
Pros: varied menu, hot fresh bread
Cons: crowded, uninventive
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