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Black & Blue Steak & Crab

3349 Monroe Ave, Ste 39, Rochester, NY 14618-5513
585-421-8111
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Ranked #43 of 730 restaurants in Rochester
Price range: RM47 - RM313
Cuisines: American, Seafood, Steakhouse
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Rochester, New York
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19 reviews 19 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

We went to black and blue to celebrate our anniversary. We arrived on time for our reservation at 630pm. Sat immediately and didn't receive our dinners until 8:30. We had ordered a drink and appetizer as soon as we sat down. When we asked what was taking so long the waitress informed us that since we still had the appetizer... More

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NY
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18 reviews 18 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Ate here for a business diner. Food was acceptable, but very plain in taste and presentation. Waiter sold us on a bottle of wine with a charity attached. Failed to ask, but he did not offer to tell us it was $140 a bottle.

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Rochester, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013 via mobile

We've been guests of the Black & Blue since they opened and have never been disappointed. The food and service is always fantastic! We look forward to every visit. As always Charlie does it right It's why we continue go to all his resaurants any time we are looking for good food and excellent service.

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Holland, Ohio
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86 reviews 86 reviews
65 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013

We were invited to attend a Graduation dinner at this restaurant and it was a great surprise. The food was exceptional, good wine selection and a very accommodating staff. I'd go back there on a regular basis if I lived in Rochester. Do yourself a favor and give it a try.

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Lancaster, New York, United States
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

We came on a Friday, late afternoon and between the 4 of us - we spent $400. Food was under average. Chicken was dry and under-seasoned. The potatoes were as good as instant and the beans were shriveled. Crab cake tasted so fishy, gross. Steaks were ordered medium, arrived so rare. All of them. Ordered sweet pot side, came tasting... More

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Toronto, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

At first when you come in, this place has an air of snobbery, you proceed to sit down and you see that there's a mix of people eating in - from those that are dressed up to those like look like they just rolled out of bed... The food is average, nothing special and a bit over priced. The service... More

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Webster, New York
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
72 helpful votes 72 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Ate at Black & Blue last week and was very impressed with the quality, presentation and taste of the food at this restaurant. It is very pricy and personally would be more of a special occasion type of place. The only downside is it is loud... high ceilings and lots of echo. Love the semi-circle booths around the perimeter as... More

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Pittsford, New York
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68 reviews 68 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Food is phenomenal. I love how the steak comes to the table sizzling. Sides are large enough to share. Great benefits in Executive Club. Not only did I get a gift certificate to come back for my birthday, but they also gave me a free dessert. Atmosphere is upscale and comfortable at the same time. I keep coming back because... More

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See 9 more reviews by Dawn H for Rochester
Rochester, New York
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68 reviews 68 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

Went here for lunch with a friend, convenient location with plenty of parking. Very nice decor and pleasant atmosphere. I chose a chicken wrap that sounded delicious.I appreciated being able to substitute fresh asparagus for the fries. However, the wrap and asparagus were very heavy of salt. My friend had the same experience with her meal and only ate half... More

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See 15 more reviews by GrammaTripper for Rochester
Fairport, New York
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96 reviews 96 reviews
62 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
92 helpful votes 92 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

Took the wife last Saturday, great environment, nice bar to the left, spacious, open dining room to the right. Had the KC strip, it was seasoned and cooked just perfectly, nice wine selection, had a great bottle of Raymond Reserve Cab, excellent service, waiter was kind enough to grab a second steak bone from the kitchen as we have two... More

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