I checked out The Black Lounge. The Den was undergoing reno's at the time.
It's the University Bar and as far as University Bars I've seen go, it's really really really good! (Really really.) The interior is clean and well looked after, it's got an interesting multi-level thing going on with a bunch of room for getting together in groups, or some private one on one time with that cute girl from math class. No, not that girl, the other one. They've even got a fire pit with padded pleather crescent seating around it for crying out loud! Post-math fireside cuddles anyone?
I only had some edamame beans to munch on so I can't comment on the food too much, but the others in the group I was in orders some burgers and they looked like they would be more than delicious for the price.
I don't know when the local beer scene is going to hit you Uni kids, but do yourself a favour and let it. I know price can be an issue when you're in school, but for the most part, local pints are no more money than "domestic" ones. There's a place and time for dingy beer, but it doesn't have to be all the time.
3-Stars for The Black Lounge and they're a solid three at that. I'll be back and could probably be convinced into a 4.
Cheers!