I had the pleasure of being treated to a birthday dinner at Black + Blue, in the heart of the financial district and the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. Ambiance: Stunning from the moment you walk in. Despite the soaring ceilings and two-level layout, the space still feels intimate thanks to the dim, romantic lighting. We loved being seated beside each other rather than across from one another, an option I appreciated compared to the large half-moon booths in the centre of the room. Tables line the perimeter and upper level, while small trees with twinkling lights frame the booths, adding a whimsical, almost magical touch. A window displaying the cuts of steak was a fun and enticing detail. Appetizers & Mains: Every bite impressed. The seafood atop each piece of nigiri was incredibly fresh and buttery, literally melting in your mouth. The lobster mashed potatoes were an indulgent and unforgettable accompaniment to the perfectly tender steaks, which were thoughtfully presented tableside before cooking. Dessert: We saved room (and I'm so glad we did!) My cheesecake arrived beautifully plated with a candle and birthday message, while my boyfriend enjoyed the butter cake. Both were absolutely delicious and the perfect ending to the meal. Service: Every team member we encountered went above and beyond to make the evening feel special, but a heartfelt shout-out goes to our charming server, Vig. He was attentive, warm, and genuinely invested in ensuring each moment felt intentional and unique. He also shared enticing reasons to return for lunch, happy hour, and weekend brunch (options we had no idea the restaurant offered). Thoughtful Touches: From coat check, a welcome birthday cocktail, a personalized birthday card from the staff, to complimentary bubbly with dessert, every detail was thoughtfully considered. Both of us work in the area and will absolutely be spreading the word with our teams. I left feeling like a very lucky lady after such a memorable birthday celebration. We can't wait to return! read more

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Amazing food, vibe and service. Definitely recommend trying it out especially during the holidays. read more

Black+Blue Toronto - Steakhouses Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

A fancy steakhouse in Toronto. The interior is very nice, very comfortable seating, and elegant decor. We ate the following: - House Baguette - this was paired with the sun-dried tomato whipped butter, and it was good. Bread was soft and crispy on the outside. - Lobster Bisque - I thought the soup was okay, a bit on the bland side, but portions were big. - Beef Carpaccio - flavours were great paired with the cheese and mushrooms. - Tenderloin - medium rare was good. The meat was tender and paired well with the squash sauce and mashed potatoes. - Basque Cheesecake - flavours were okay, lots of berries on top though. Good pairing. Service was great, and the servers were very attentive. They topped up my glass of water whenever it was empty. They personally placed the napkin on your lap, and will fold your napkin when you're away from your seat. Overall, it was a good experience at Black+Blue. read more

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Ate here for a friend's birthday the other night and the food, service and atmosphere were all excellent if outrageously expensive. Had delicious Beef Carpaccio, Ceasar Salad and Shrimp Cocktail for the appetizers and the Wagyu Rib Eye for the main which melted like butter in my mouth. read more

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Went for their happy hour recently. Soooo good. Things to know. Located in First Canadian Place near the NE corner of King and York. Closest Subway stop is St. Andrew. For Happy Hour they will seat you at or near the bar. Great food and drink options. Highly recommend the fried chicken and beef yorkshires. We did splurge at the end and had Crepes Suzette for dessert. Pleasant service and wonderful ambiance. They even have these little footstools to put your purse on. read more

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THE BIG: Beautiful steakhouse right off of King St W and York St. Modern and eclectic ambiance inside with street/valet and garage parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: I came here with my team after a successful Toronto summit and we got placed in a private room with the football game on. When I got in, there was already an opened bottle of wine in a magnum bottle that took a village to finish. For starters, we got a couple of calamaris and oysters. For other dishes there was seared scallops, burrata salad, and crab cakes. For the beef, weshared agigantic cowboy rib-eye for the table, though this place is known for their access to A5 wagyu and kobe beef. That will be the next thing ill get when I'm back. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall damage done here was around $2000 for the magnum bottle of bordeaux along with steaks, fries, breads and the sides. Super delicious and service was great. read more

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5/5 -- Best Service and Dining Experience in Toronto. Full Stop. I've traveled all over the world and eaten at countless high-end restaurants, but I can honestly say this was the best service I've ever received. Full stop. I actually went two days in a row -- not just because the food was that good (which it absolutely was) -- but because I felt like I belonged there. The team made me feel like more than just a guest. Kwaku, Jean Paul, and Milan were phenomenal. Every recommendation they gave me hit the mark... except for the tartare -- I just wasn't a fan of that one. Now, let's talk food: The Ribeye: Cooked to perfection, seasoned beautifully, and sliced just right. Wagyu Fried Rice: Rich, flavorful, and layered with umami goodness. Croissant Bread: Unreal -- soft, buttery, and topped with melted cheese that pulls like a dream. Mac & Cheese Sticks: Easily the best I've ever had. The truffle sauce took them over the top. Calamari: Perfectly crispy, light, and fresh -- I should've tried it with the truffle sauce too! Butter Cake Dessert: Out. Of. Control. I don't even like desserts, but this one completely won me over. All in all, if you're willing to pay a premium price for an unforgettable meal paired with impeccable service, this is the place. Easily my best dining experience in all my visits to Toronto. Will I be back? Is that even a question??? read more

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We finally crossed the restaurant off my must try list and it was worth the wait. From the moment we were seated the experience was great, thanks in large part to our wonderful and knowledgeable server, Candy. We started with an impressive array of appetizers the crispy calamari truly one of the best in Toronto, and the Beef carpaccio was melt in your mouth perfection. The Burata salad was the clear favourite for the evening among the salads, though the Cesar was also delicious. For the mains the New York Striploin and the surprisingly delicious lobster gnocchi (definitely a must try next time) were perfect. My only slight disappointment was my own order of Rib Eye, which I ordered medium rare but arrived a bit too rare something I had higher expectations given the restaurant's reputation. Overall experience was quite good. My one regret is missing Beef Wellington they had run out due to high demand on Chinese New Year read more

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Venue: 5/5 I had a great time at Black and Blue Steakhouse. The atmosphere is elegant and upscale, perfect for a steakhouse experience. Comfortable seating, great lighting, and an inviting vibe made the evening even more enjoyable. High ceilings and a great meeting spot for many finance industry members. Parking is via underground garages, or at TD Plaza and cross via the path. Service: 5/5 The service is always excellent, the waiters are attentive, professional, and very knowledgeable about the menu. They provided great recommendations on both drinks and entrées, making the experience feel personalized and elevated. I saw they brought out different cuts and sizes for another party to visualize prior to ordering too! Food: 5/5 We started with calamari and French onion soup, both fresh and flavorful. For mains, we had the NY strip and the beef Wellington, both cooked perfectly to our medium rare specification. The sides of creamed spinach, mashed potatoes, and steamed carrots complemented the dishes beautifully. Everything was prepared with care and exceeded expectations. read more

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Whenever I travel I try to find hidden gems, something that I can talk about with my foodie friends when I get home. I came to Black+Blue as part of a catered event while in town for a meeting. Given how large the crowd was I can't say this is a hidden spot, but I definitely thought it was a gem. We had the private meal out on a patio. The staff was attentive and the food and drink selections were outstanding. Inside the restaurant just had a nice energy and hum to it. The there is a great cocktail and wine list. This is definitely a spot for steak lovers. They have a nice aging wrack on the side that is always a nice touch. There is also a sizable sushi and raw menu to round out the steak. The bar was well laid out and I generally liked the style of the interior. There is a second floor for additional seating. Overall this was a very nice restaurant with an upscale feel. It would be a great choice for a special celebration, but prices are on the high end for just a regular night out. read more

Black+Blue Toronto - Steakhouses Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Fantastic dinner with a larger group. Sat upstairs with a great view and lovely ambiance. Our server James was fantastic and dealt well with our large, and sometimes difficult, group. Great wine and cocktail list, everyone was happy with their choices. Particularly the old fashioned. My recommendations on food: -sushi is amazing, super fresh and so good -oysters were so great and the sauces really compliment them -tenderloin was amazing, get the sauce trio with it -asparagus was great, love the sauce -lobster mashed potatoes are a must, best side -butter cake is the best choice for dessert and a specialty of theirs read more

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Came for summerlicious. Our reservation was at 9:30 and we waited a few minutes before being seated. The hostess that walked us to our table walked really fast, and as we followed her another server almost backed up into me twice with dirty dishes. Sat upstairs and got a beautiful view of the whole restaurant. Our server, Kyle M, was super friendly and checked up on us at a good interval. He offered to take pictures for us too. He gave great recommendations too. Definitely was the highlight of the service. The Wagyu tataki appetizer was filling and cooked perfectly. I was pleasantly surprised by the string beans that it comes with and loved the sauce. The tenderloin was cooked at fine, but looked to be a smaller portion. Makes sense on a Summerlicious portion. The mashed potatoes were my favourite part of the dish. The Bouillabaisse was yummy! Had clams, mussels, shrimp, tomatoes, salmon, and white fish. The soup was seasoned deliciously. I only wished there was some carb to go with it on the side. Chose the butter cake over the strawberry shortcake because we were told the shortcake is more dense in comparison due to it being gluten free. The butter cake was delicious indeed. It was the perfect temperature, soft centre, and not too sweet. It feels sophisticated inside but most patrons were dressed rather casual. Ambiance was great for couples or large groups. Great spots for photos too. Entrance is through the corporate building, not the street. read more

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$ + : solid value for the price, especially with the great service and nice patio vibes. We sat outside, so I didn't see the interior, but the patio was cozy and cute with lots of fans to keep things cool even in the summer heat. Food-wise, a few highlights: * Beef carpaccio: good combo of flavour and texture. * Striploin: juicy, perfectly medium rare, and that chimichurri hit just right. * Strawberry shortcake: a refreshing finish, especially if you're not big on sweet desserts. The rest of the menu was fresh and well-plated, maybe not the most memorable, but still enjoyable. Definitely a fun Summerlicious pick. read more

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Summerlicious lunch ($48). Portion size was very generous and was big enough to be dinner. Service was fantastic! Black part- Carpaccio, strip loin were really good. Especially Carpacio with fried capers, olives & shimeji mushroom worked all well together. I also liked the edge of carpacio being charred. Enjoyed very decent size of strip loin with chimichuri. My dessert, butter cake was also devine. However their seafood( Blue part) was just okayish such as King salmon roll & Bouillabaisse. Again portion size was bouillabaisse was huge. They served two big pieces of halibut & salmon. Overall it was a good experience. I loved sitting upstairs to look down their meat display and imagine what was it like before when this restaurant was TSX. read more

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I was lucky and was able to easily get a same-day reservation. When we arrived, we only waited a minute or two for our table. We ordered our drinks while we looked over the menu. I opted for the financial advisor cocktail which was fun. It came with an aroma bubble on top which smoked when it popped. We opted for the Summerlicious 3-course menu. I had the heirloom tomato salad, chicken, and strawberry shortcake. The tomato salad was nice and the chicken was good. I wasn't necessarily wowed but I also didn't have any complaints. The dessert was lovely!! I also tried the butter cake which was delicious! The Americano was also really good. The service was stellar. Our server was really nice and every touch of the table was great. I think it would be a 5-star but I just didn't order the best options since I don't eat steak. What I had was nice! read more

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BLACK + BLUE STEAKHOUSE . . To celebrate our marriage, we visited Black +Blue for the first time and was not disappointed with the food or service. The restaurant is beautiful and if you're looking for a higher end steakhouse, then come try black and blue. . . B+B House Brioche 4.3/5 Tenderloin Steak (8oz) 4/5 Prime Rib (14oz) 4.5/5 Crispy Brussels Sprouts 3.8/5 Mushrooms 4.4/5 Mashed Potatoes 4/5 Black+Blue Buttercake 4.7/5 . . We really enjoyed all the dishes we tried! The crispy brussel sprouts and buttercake was on the house which we really appreciated The meat were very flavourful and delicious. There was so much food we couldn't finish everything! Thank you for making our night so special @blackandbluesteakhouse read more

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Great happy hour option in Downtown Toronto, with the added bonus of an end time of 5:30. It's just enough time to zip over after work and order a drink (or three). The prices are very fair and the food is great - it does add up if you get carried away like I did during my first visit. Recommended items off their happy hour menu - oysters ($1.50 each), Steak Tartare Bites ($5 a piece, ordered this one again), Crispy Calamari ($13 - generous portion and great taste). I thought the sushi was fresh but didn't seem super worth it for the price ($11-$13 for four pieces). We also ordered three drinks each, at very fair prices. They were quite generous with the house red pour! Overall my bill came out to $90 each including taxes and tips. I thought this was fair considering the number of drinks and amount of food we ordered. You could definitely have a cheaper experience if you're really just looking for a quick happy hour bite. I will be back for sure for the food and amazing service. read more

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I came in for happy hour and had a great experience. Everyone I spoke to was kind and attentive, and the service really stood out. The restaurant was lively during happy hour, with tables on the first floor and the bar being full. I got their calamari, Yorkshire pudding, and a hand roll along with a cocktail. Other than the hand roll, which I felt was lacking (the seaweed was soggy and the fish was not at the best temperature), everything else was delicious. I would come again, but would probably skip on the sushi offerings. read more

Black+Blue Toronto - Sake Hand Roll - Steakhouses Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Surprisingly just-ok given the hype and reputation. Sure, I visited during winterlicious so maybe they didn't have their A game on. But still. Anyway, ordered the winterlicious menu and added a couple of things. We got: - Appetizers: The butternut squash was thick and creamy. The French onion soup was generously cheesy though a bit too salty. The bluefin tuna roll was fancily plated though pretty standard in taste and freshness. And the brussel sprouts were nicely crisped though I would have wanted a bit more of the parmesan. - Mains: The beef tenderloin was nothing exceptional tastewise. The roasted chicken was tender and glistening though a bit too fatty. - Desserts: The chocolate mousse was rich and had a nice side icecream. The signature buttercake was a tad dry. This place is an absolute vibe, with the beautiful interiors, modern look, and energy of the crowd. Service is polite and efficient. Prices are on the higher end but expected and not ridiculous. I can see why people come here to see and be seen. Just a personal preference I guess on why I just found it ok. read more

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An overpriced steakhouse with very misleading service. First, we ordered cocktails and we're up charged six dollars for blue cheese olives in already expensive martinis. No mention of the up charge, of course. Then, we were told that they sold out of all ribeye steaks on a Saturday night and then bait and switched on types of steak. The most frustrating thing is the waiter lied as to the quoted price of the replacement steak at the time we got the bill. We spoke to the manager afterwards and they said they would make an accommodation and get back to us but, of course, they did not. Unless you want to be ripped off, I would avoid this place at all costs. read more

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The ambience of the restaurant is really nice with a good vibe, food well with the financial district. Went there for their Buy Up promotion that featured A5 Wagyu steaks and other wagyu dishes amongst other things. The steaks were good but lacked consistency. When I received my USDA and A5 Wagyu strips, I almost couldn't tell the difference but my expectation was that the A5 Wagyu should be noticeably better. I would have given a lower rating if not for trying my wife's steaks. Her steaks were definitely way better than mine and her had the distinct difference between the USDA and A5 Wagyu steaks. I only wish my steaks were as good hers. The service was great, the wait staff were attentive and even personalized my dessert because I was celebrating my birthday. read more

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Big fan of black and blue and have been here a number pf times now. Whether it's during their lunch, dinner, happy hour, or winterlicious, service is friendly and excellent without being cloying. Food is consistently delicious. My partner loves the steak frites. Their salads are fresh and a decent portion for a full meal. Their sushi really is quite good considering this is not a Japanese restaurant, and sushi is one of my favourote foods. Their butter cake is one of mu all time favourite restaurant desserts. Super consistent, nice environment for any occasion from a business lunch or a special dinner. read more

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It was a last minute Winterlicious dinner on a Friday and we were glad we got a table at the outside patio. We ordered the following appetizers: bluefin spicy tuna roll - 4/5 quite fresh and delicious crispy duck salad - 3/5 more like coleslaw Main: Beef tenderloin Oscar - 4/5 nothing special Desserts: Butter cake Chocolate mousse The service was spotty and understaffed perhaps during Winterlicious. Our waitress disappeared after our drinks came and two managers came to help out. The ambiance in the heated patio was nice and roomy. However the entrance to this seemingly Bay Street vibe restaurant opens right into a large square bar with tables quite crammed on the first floor. The second floor also has a table right in front of the washrooms while others overlook the first floor. The menu gives me an impression of an upscale Keg and I wouldn't mind visiting again. read more

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The sensational flavors of the food were matched by the friendly, timely, exceptional service. The restaurant is elegant, read more

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I went to Black+Blue for their 'Buy Up Before The Time's Up' special. It came with 2 appetizers, several sides, 2 cuts of steak per person, and a very nice chocolate cake for desert. The menu is pictured. This is a relatively new restaurant to the downtown core, with a very modern interior and beautiful bar. I really enjoyed the quality of service and the food itself. Although the steak was very good, I found the appetizers and the sides to be the highlight of the meal. This special came with such a large amount of food, I had to pack some in a takeout box! I will definitely be back! read more

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A truly phenomenal experience! My husband and I came here to enjoy their wagu steak, and we could not have had a better time. Our waitress was so friendly and responsive; a true gem that is hard to find! The food was melt-in-your-mouth delicious and decadent. The restaurant itself is so incredibly beautiful and well appointed. The cocktails were a perfect complement to the meal, and the cake at the end was a wonderful end. I am not a meat lover, but their steak and beef carpaccio were absolutely phenomenal! The restaurant comes from Vancouver, and was recommended to us. I can see why. We came on a Sunday night, and the restaurant was packed, for good reason! When patrons foresake the Super Bowl to come eat in a restaurant, you know that the food is that good! read more

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Came here twice, once for brunch and once for summerlicious. Did Summerlicious for visit 2--apps were the highlight, esp the wagyu tataki buttery, melt-in-your-mouth. Wish the rainbow roll had perhaps two more cuts since 4 seemed a bit small. Tenderloin was underwhelming (bit tough) but the mashed potatoes were a win. Dessert was fine but nothing special. Visit 1 was brunch and it blew me away--came in with low expectations but ended up loving it. Vibes were def luxe and service was solid. Complimentary donuts were cute and tasty, and the banoffee pancakes? So good but HUGE, I only made it through a quarter--def shareable. Overall, better than expected for a spot that gets mixed reviews. read more

Came by for a work lunch and was not disappointed. The service was top tier as they even swap handkerchiefs depending the colour of your pants. Talk about attention to detail. The server was amazing and she walked us through options available such as sharing sides and steaks so everyone (group of 5) can try a bit of everything. We got 3 steaks for lunch and it was ample food. Place is huge with washrooms that look really nice on second floor. Pricing was crazy as well so it would be a once in a while type of thing. read more

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I've been visiting since the first opened, and it's one of my favourite places in the city, for the incredible food and hospitality! This is an updated review from my last, but even during Summerlicious when it was completely packed, the staff were so attentive and hospitable! Thank you to the entire team and to the chef! read more

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Overall, Black + Blue was a great experience! Our server, Candy, was awesome! She started us off with the cocktail welcome drinks, then after walked us through the menu and went above and beyond to ensure our visit was memorable! The atmosphere was nice. Not too loud and the restaurant wasn't too dark. read more

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A gorgeous restaurant that I've passed by a million times and never noticed. I went with a friend for happy hour and was pleasantly surprised at how affordable the food and drinks were. The service was excellent as well, lots of folks with quick and knowledgeable help. We share the oysters, which were so big and tasty for only $1.50/ea during happy hour, I was really impressed. The Yorkshire pudding was quite good too, and so was the calamari. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the lobster roll, just kinda meh in my opinion. I will definitely be back to try more of their happy hour specials! read more

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Came here to enjoy their Winterlicious menu on a weekday night and managed to get patio reservations a couple of days in advance. The patio is completely enclosed, cozy, and well-heated. I barely felt any draft, even in the middle of winter! We originally wanted weekend reservations but realized it's even harder to get seats then. Since my meeting wrapped up a bit earlier, I was able to stop by with my husband to catch the end of happy hour (ends at 5:30pm) specials on a Thursday night before our reservation with my friends. We kicked things off with a round of cocktails, red wine, oysters, and a shared a lobster roll. I think because we ordered from the happy hour menu, the server didn't realize we were planning to stay for dinner (our original plan) and missed taking our order once our full party arrived. But honestly, we were having such a great time catching up with friends that we hardly noticed we hadn't put in our Winterlicious order --or that they'd forgotten our earlier lobster rolls for happy hour. No big deal, though we reminded them later and they brought it out. I think we could've done without the lobster roll to be honest. It's nothing special, kinda small but also priced pretty cheap too so I can't really complain. We all enjoyed our happy hour cocktails and wine that came out. It was a busy Thursday night as the house was full. When the Winterlicious food did come out, everything was delicious. We even added a round of truffle fries to pair with our steaks. Highly recommend the fries here. Of course, the steak was cooked to perfection, and the table also seemed to really enjoy the butter cake. I got the chocolate cake and it seemed a bit more decadent than I can handle. I was full to the brim at that point. What really set this experience apart was the friendly staff and atmosphere. Even though our server at times misses our order she would come by and ask again in a polite way. They made sure to listen intently when my friend mentioned she had an allergy. Johnny came over and made a personal connection as he overheard us chatting debating about upcoming vacations and bucket list destinations. Turns out, he's well-traveled and even offered us recommendations for places to visit in Asia and how to score good flights (key is you have to be very flexible). He even gave us his work email so we can email him our destinations and he'll personally give us some places to visit. Since our desserts took a while to come out he even gave a round of mini lychee cocktail from their Lunar New Year menu. How thoughtful. Would highly recommend this spot. read more

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Came here on a whine while I was in the area for their happy hour. Luckily they could fit me in. They have a fully covered outdoor patio, and I must say the space looks so beautiful- reminds me of a floral forward wedding, if that makes sense! Their happy hour menu is pretty decent- while not exactly buck a shuck, the oysters are $1.50 each. I ordered 1/2 dozen, along with the battered calamari and a drink. The drink and the oysters were great. The calamari was probably the worst thing I have ever eaten in my life. Either the oil wasn't hot enough or wasn't in it for long, but the coating was....gross. I really have no other way to describe it. The service...lacking. There was a large group (20 people or so) at the next table, but still, I was pretty much ignored. The only reason I'm giving it 3 stars, is bc the absolute lovely person who took care of payment (not the same person as my server) was so nice and genuinely friendly. Even asked if I wanted to refresh my water. read more

Black+Blue Toronto - Oysters ($1.50) for happy hour - Steakhouses Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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My boyfriend and I were in downtown on a Saturday morning and we were talking about where to go for brunch. Then we saw a poster from this restaurant for brunch, so we decided to try this place. We were greeted warmly by the staff at the entrance. She took us to a seat around the middle of the restaurant, where there were chairs and a comfy couch. The decor was beautiful- the mix of black, sapphire blue, and hints of gold displayed elegance and style. Our waiter was a young lady who also greeted us warmly and provided a short information about the popular items from the brunch menu, as well as from their regular menu. Then she left the table, so that we can think and decide what to order. As both of us don't eat meat, we looked at their brunch menu. My boyfriend ordered 'Banoffee' Pancake with an extra side (Scrambled eggs) and I chose Crab Cake Benny. For drink, we ordered a lemonade to share. While waiting, our waiter and other staff brought water and a small cup of complimentary cinnamon sugar doughnuts. They were delicious! When our meal came, they were equally delicious! We were not expecting the portion size to be large, so when they were, we were surprised and had a great time eating like royals. The 'Banoffee' Pancakes were fluffy and the Banoffee sauce on the top added sweetness. The Crab Cake Benny was made with fried crab cakes and had pieces of avocados in the English muffins. They were crunchy and a little bit salty. During our meal, our waiter came by to check-in on us, filling water and checking to ensure that we were enjoying our meal. Torwards at the end, she surprised us with a complimentary dessert, a sweet cake. We were touched by the kind gesture, we felt very special. Try out this place for brunch- come hungry with a smile! read more

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Excellent ambiance and surroundings. First class service. It doesn't get 5 stars because if you're paying about $250 for a 14 oz ribeye, 2 sides, 1 beer and tax and tip but do the steak as medium when medium rare was requested then you lose a star. It tasted good and I let the waiter know it was acceptable (since I didn't want to wait another 10 minutes for another one) but it loses a star because of that. read more

Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Our server, Roberts, was incredible and attentive. Highly recommend for breakfast, lunch or dinner and especially their great happy hour menu. read more

Black+Blue Toronto - Bar area - Steakhouses Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Riddle: What is black and Blue? A bruised right eye? No! Of course a high end restaurant in downtown Toronto you silly. The annual Winterlicious eater-thon brought me to Black and Blue. Ultimately, the meal was solid and I got great value due to Winterlicious. But would I come back paying regular menu price? I'd say probably not. The prix fixe meal started off with a beef carpaccio. The general combination of ingredients were ok, but the shaved cheese overwhelmed the whole dish. It was also supposed to come with a horseradish creama, but I didn't taste much horseradish. I'm not a big horseradish guy so maybe that was for the better. Four pieces of crunchy mini toast was served with the carpaccio. There was nothing special about those toasts. When the server took my order, she made the critical mistake of not asking me how I want the steak to be done. I only came to my senses when the steak arrived. Fortunately, they made a medium rare steak, but the steak itself was not cooked evenly. There were parts that was more well done than other parts, yet there were parts that was in fact medium rare. The striploin was solid, but no part of it really 'wowed' me. The bordelaise sauce felt underwhelming. I didn't taste much red wine and the sauce needs to be thicker. Not enough bone marrow? Maybe this is the New Orleans one? The grande finale was the butter cake that the server highly recommended. I'm more of a chocolate guy, but I'm open to the recommendation. The cake is small, but yet heavy. I like the cream, I like the light milky (apparently it was supposed to be chantilly sauce but I did not taste any hot pepper) sauce around it, but I'm not a fan of the cake. It's just too heavy. More fruits would have lightened its load. The texture is also problematic with part of the inside too moist and the top too hard and chewy. The interior of the restaurant is nice and has a strong Bay St vibe. You really feel like a fanancier having a fancy lunch on company's dime at this place. The service is generally competent. Other than that, it's just an ok place. read more

Tried their new omakase menu with the wine pairing. Food is pretty good, especially the quality of the sushi. However, we waited one hour for the last dish. Everything else was great. read more

2 stars for the service and ambiance. The bread is amazing as we're the Brussels. But hell. This is a steak place. We split the ribeye. This was maybe the worst steaks I have ever had. I was with 3 other couples so I did not complain. The steak was basically pure gristle. It was garbage. Texas road house would have been better. read more

Such a wonderful experience! Waitstaff was so informative about cuts of steak, teaching me a thing or two I wasn't aware of, taking it with me as future knowledge! Beef Wellington for two was sososo good, they plated our dinner in front of us which was so cool. My husband and I intended on leaving a little hungry (since it seems like that happens at fancy/pricier places like these) but we were STUFFED afterwards! Worth every penny, food and service. Thank you B+B:) read more

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