The Lab Gastropub

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Honestly, I only come here when USC is on break to avoid the student mobs. That said, the staff are friendly, candid and attentive. $5 drink & food specials during happy hour make it a more affordable option given the neighborhood.

Way, way overpriced. We're talking $90 for 4 beers and an appetizer. Why? It's owned/run by USC, and it's one of the few sit-down restaurants off campus yet near popular public venues (ie, The Galen Center, Davidson Conference Center, the Colosseum, Exposition Park). The food is fine, but your servers are often students who aren't really vested in providing you with excellent service. Since there aren't a lot of options in the area, this will work just fine, but if you can dine elsewhere, do.