My sister beat me to reviewing The National first. So Ill just say, it will definately be up there in the running with all the new eateries on 17th Ave.
The service was great. It was very busy on the Thursday early evening, and very loud, so not a "first date" kind of place. All types of clientel, from the buisness suits to the casual, shorts and tattoos crowd.
The food was excellent. The four of us had only one complaint, that the pretzel bread ordered was a bit small for all the mustard and beer cheese provided.
Even if you dont get a table outside on the patio, being indoors is just as nice, due to the large floor to ceiling windows that are opened up when its sunny out.
National also serves up a huge beer list ( as its a beer hall), plus a few selections of wines and spirits.
Cant wait to go back and try more eats!