I've been going to the Black Lab for years -- the food is constantly delicious, the atmosphere relaxing and conducive to a long stay with friends, and the location is beautiful and convenient to the great museum district. However, the waitstaff and hostesses have always been lacking (that's being nice). They always seem to be off in their own little worlds, and your patronage of the restaurant apparently interrupts their little lives. The food is a bit pricey, and if it weren't for that and the pitiful service, I would give it a full 10.
Pros: authentic food, great atmosphere
Cons: crappy parking, even worse service
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