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    Black Lab Bistro

    3.8 (211 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Sutirtha B.

    My wife and I were here for dinner on a Friday evening this fall (2023) and left the restaurant really pleased with our overall experience that explains this 5-star rating. In our view, the food was extremely good for prices that were reasonable by contrast. Sure I would like it if two jumbo lump crab cakes did not cost me $32 but given the price of crab cakes even at a grocery store, the price seems fair given the overheads any restaurant has. Our dinner consisted of two appetizers - the Maine lobster bisque and calamari - and two entrees - the jumbo lump crab cakes and a branzino filet (which was one of the two specials of the day). Each of the items was very well executed and portion sizes were generous. We didn't finish all of the lobster bisque and even then, we left completely full with no room for dessert at the end. Our total bill was $86 and with a tip, it came to $100. The restaurant is a BYOB which makes the place more affordable than other comparable restaurants. We brought a bottle of white wine with us and because we did not have time to refrigerate it at home, our server added some ice to the bucket holding our wine. That was a nice gesture. In general, the service was good, without being overbearing. There were no real downsides but one thing I might note is that the chairs weren't super comfortable. Personally I like sitting in booths but there are none here. The only other thing worth a mention is that being located right on Bridge St. and somewhat far from the nearest municipal parking lot, parking can be tricky at times. Fortunately, we found parking a few feet away from the entrance to the restaurant and I could even see our car from the table where we were seated. Overall, we had an excellent experience and this a place that we will add to our list of date-night favorites.

    Crispy Calamari (great taste, could be crispier though)

    My boyfriend and I ate dinner here tonight (Thanksgiving). We had reservations, so we were seated quickly. The service was perfect. Fast and friendly. The ambiance was ok. It's a small bistro with tables and chairs. The tables are close, so you don't have a lot of privacy. Everything was clean and well kept. The lighting was decent-not too dark, not too bright. Just right. We had 2 apps-calamari and pork wontons. Both were lukewarm, but tasted great. If they were served hot, they would have been phenomenal. Our meals were crab cakes and the filet tips stir fry. Both were served hot. The crab cakes were probably the best I've ever had. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. The mashed potatoes and remoulade were also very good. My boyfriend enjoyed the stir fry. I tried a piece of the filet and it was delicious. If I had had room for dessert, I would have gone for the cinnamon bun ice cream sandwich. They should get some bread pudding on that menu. All of the portions were very generous for the price. Would I go back? Maybe, but it wouldn't be at the top of my list of places to try again.

    First, I will say that the service and the appetizer was very good, which is why I gave it two stars. Otherwise it would have only received one. My friend and I shared the calamari appetizer which was excellent. For entree's I had the (almost 40.00) ribeye and she ordered the chicken piccata. If you look at the attached photo of my steak then no other explanation is really necessary, it was pathetic. Full of fat, no more than a quarter inch thick and tasted and looked like it was boiled. I barely ate it. The piccata was paper (literally) thin chicken that was over cooked to the point of cardboard and it had about as much flavor. We both left very disappointed and agree we will never go back. The place is VERY noisy but again if the food had been good that really wouldn't have mattered. I wish I could remember the servers name because she was very good.

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    Linda M.

    They were happy to accommodate a large rowdy crew of 13. The duck is always my favorite entree. They always cook the duck perfectly and the currant merlot sauce is a wonderful compliment to the duck. My friend ordered the sea bass tacos. She thought it was a little too fishy for her liking. The service was a little slow but good company and BYOBing it helped pass the time. Always a great place for a special occasion.

    Ribeye steak
    Scott L.

    We went to the Colonial Theatre to see Star Trek II, This place is just across the street. The service was a little bit slow but everybody was polite and professional. I got the ribeye steak which was very good, my husband got a lemon caper chicken dish. I would definitely come back again. I did expect the place to be a little bit more upscale for the prices. But I think because of Covid they had to be a little bit more casual. Overall it was a really good experience I would give it four stars

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    Michelle J.

    Enjoyable restaurant for dinner: the food was fabulous! The atmosphere very relaxing - we went around 5:15 PM so it wasn't full at that time, but filling up by time we left

    Braised Boneless Beef Short Ribs
    Steve S.

    Came her for dinner and it was good but the portions were small. It's BYOB which was great so we brought 2 bottles of red for the 4 of us. Everything tasted good but I wish the portions were bigger. I got the braised short rib and as you can see by the picture, it was 4 small slices. That dish does not look $27. I could have eaten 2 portions of it. My gf got the shrimp and grits which she liked. Our server was nice and the atmosphere was nice but they need to up their portion sizes.

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    We went there on the spur of the moment and enjoyed our meals very much. BYOB...be prepared!

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    We have always had an excellent experience here. Love the food and the service! The zucchini bread is to die for!!!

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    Great lunch spot. Good sandwiches and salads. A must if new to the up and coming Phoenixville scene!

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    We had dinner outside there last night. I had the duck and scallops. Best duck I ever had. Service was great as well.

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