Black Rail Kitchen + Bar

We chose to try Black Rail Kitchen because it’s conveniently located near my husband’s work, and we were celebrating a friend’s birthday. Unfortunately, our overall experience was very underwhelming. The service felt average, and several of the dishes fell short. The halibut, which was recommended by our server, lacked flavor and tasted unseasoned. All three of us tried it, and we agreed it seemed to be missing even basic seasoning. I mentioned this during the meal, but there was no effort made to address or improve the situation. The steak was also disappointing, as it was dry and lacked flavor. I wasn’t expecting anything to be taken off the bill, but I did hope for a more attentive or responsive approach from our server. There were a few positives. The salmon with carrots and sauce was well-prepared and flavorful, and the quinoa arugula salad was enjoyable. We also appreciated the beautifully decorated interior, and most importantly, we enjoyed each other’s company, which ended up being the highlight of the evening. However, the rest of the meal did not meet expectations, the bill was $224 total for three people with apps, entrees, and a mango sorbet dessert. While there were a couple of bright spots, the overall food lacked flavor and service did not feel worth the price, and it’s not a restaurant I would choose to return to.