No complaints, but not exceptional. Nice to find a decent place that isn't too expensive in the Gateway district; the Black Dog is off Euclid, a little ways up an alley-- we almost missed it walking past. Inside, the ambience was nice-- one room with a bar and bar-style high tables, another room with table service. Televisions turned on, but no sound. We were here for Saturday lunch, I had the Cleveland Carnitas taco. Unfortunately they were out of the artichoke, but I had a side of brussels sprouts. Also had the black-dog slaw, which I do not recommend- a bit dry for me.
Service was a little slow, but not painfully slow-- enough time to read the lead article out of the Scene.
Fine, but not wow. Overall, a nice place with decent food downtown--I'd go back for lunch.