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Black & Blue Steak & Crab - Buffalo, Amherst, NY

Black & Blue Steak & Crab - Buffalo

4.6
4.6
2354 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Black & Blue offers a contemporary twist on the classic American steak and seafood house. black & blue's raw bar, private rooms, stunning decor, and extensive wine list make it a consistent city favorite. Priced lower than most competing steakhouses, black & blue has also become a weekly dining stop for many. You are sure to find a wine you like in their 20 foot climate controlled wine rack. The special ultra high-heat broilers cook your steak or chop to perfection, and the seafood is second to none!

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (716) 839-2525
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Bartoshevich
  • Private party facilities
    Two elegant rooms available. The Boardroom holds up to 16 comfortably, and the Clubroom holds up to 40 comfortably. Both rooms are equipped for presentations.
  • Private party contact
    James Brown: (716) 839-2525
  • Neighbourhood
    Buffalo
  • Parking Details
    Adjacent to restaurant
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,354 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Western New York

    Best Service

  • Western New York

    Best Ambience

  • Western New York

    Good for business meals

  • Western New York

    Great for fine wines

  • Western New York

    Romantic

  • Western New York

    Good for special occasions

  • Western New York

    Most Booked

2,354 Reviews
  1. StevenF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great value for a higher end restaurant.

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  2. CatherineL

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic. Food was excellent. Marie was wonderful.

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  3. Heatmizer

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Gourmet food that's just great. I had a Filet Mignon that was excellent, and the Alaskan King Crab was very good too!

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  4. RichA

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Why ask if there are any special requests when your not going to do anything about them?

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  5. JenG

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Chris and helper, Holly were amazing! We have had Chris as a server a few times over the past few years and he remembers us each time and greets us with the utmost respect and kindness. Great service, great food, and great time. We love celebrating our special occasions here and will always come back!

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  6. Sarah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great place! So kind to those who come to celebrate their birthdays

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  7. Sparkette

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We appreciated having a quiet table, and a birthday desert!

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  8. JamesP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience3
    I ordered a rack of lamb chops only to receive nothing but fat. I requested medium rare. Only to receive raw meat. The service was fine! The food very poor! I usually attend Black and Blue for special occasions. I hope that this is not a true representation of the brand!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Upstate NY

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Delicious food excellent service! Amazing Atmosphere! Portions small!

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  10. MaryP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best steak I've had in a while. We enjoyed our anniversary dinner!

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  11. LindaC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Server was pleasant but could have been more attentive. A guest got burnt I feel she should have known better, but then there are people who red to be told when plate comes hot. Told waiter and he brought some cream, but I had to cut her lamb for her and listen to her complain. Needless to say, will not bring her out again. I will return.

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  12. thomas

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the absolute best rib eye I have ever had,outstanding!

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  13. Carolw

    NT

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Marie was an outstanding person that took care of us. So efficient,so sweet. The best we have had there! My steak was not good, much to my disappointment, as it is my usual cut of meat which I enjoy there (cowboy ribeye). It was a really fat piece of ribeye which was tough to cut and the flavor just wasn’t there. I actually gave it to my husband to finish which I never do. We will be back in November but I’m not sure what I will order then. Everyone else was pleased with their entree. Desserts were great.

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  14. Debill

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Love Black and Blue. My Sweetie took me there for my birthday. The filet wasn’t seasoned enough like the previous times so kind of disappointed. Otherwise, everything else was delicious. Thank you for the Birthday treat! Yum

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was absolutely wonderful, my friend and I had a lovely time and i

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came for my birthday & everyone made the experience special. Had a little card at the table & our server ( I believe it was Mary Kate, I apologize if I got the name wrong), brought me a special dessert that fit my food allergies. Definitely recommend

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  17. JohnVar

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    1.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience4
    My steak was so salty I should have sent it back! The bottle of wine price was jacked at 4+ x compared to local retail stores. This Restaurant is just very overpriced , just pick another spot. I certainly will for future dining

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  18. Samd

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Great dinner for our anniversary, food was good. My steak was a bit over cooked but was still delicious! Overall great experience

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  19. JillWagner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience2
    We came in for our anniversary dinner and used Open Table to not only make the reservation but put in a request for a quiet area. We were placed right next to a server's station where they place orders and chat- it was also next to an open window area where people pass by as they are brought to their tables. It was not ideal at all. The table was small, and the chairs were very snug- again not the most comfortable experience.

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  20. CasC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was perfectly cooked and delicious. The service was prompt and very professional.

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  21. Cecily

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A perfect place to celebrate special events! The food is incredible and the servers are friendly but professional. It made my daughter’s birthday!

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  22. EdwardS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great food. Service second to none and very friendly. Light jazz music was very enjoyable. Only disappointment was noise level of some diners.

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  23. Edpi

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food...great staff! Enjoyed every minute as well ways do when dining here!!

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  24. Jeffry

    New York Area

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food, Alex was a terrific waiter. Made the experience 5 start.

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  25. ThomasS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my wife to B&B for her birthday and she is still smiling. This restaurant is highly recommended for its food, service, and ambience. I had the black grouper and it was cooked to perfection and so tasty. The wife had scallops and were the best she's ever had. The restaurant is sneaky clean and the employees are first class. All in all a very nice experience.

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  26. Beardfeather

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dining experience. Staff was polite and helpful with drink and food choices. Both the food and the drinks were top notch! Would definitely recommend for special occasions as well as to grab drinks from the bar or just to dine.

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  27. CamJ

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was piping hot and seasoned perfectly, the services was impeccable as well.

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  28. MMZZ

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Very good steaks. My daughter's medium well was definitely more medium vs m.well. no issue as my wife just swapped steaks w her (both asked med well). Our server was just ok. Took her quite a while to come over to acknowledge us and ask for drinks. The younger kids they have bringing out the food seemed rather miserable. I have however preferred black/blue over Russell's late. Value is better and we've had some servers at Russell's that werw just ehh for the price /expectation. Still black n blue is one of our fav wny steakhouses

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  29. DavidE

    New York Area

    98 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a GREAT establishment…always outstanding and consistent on all levels.

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  30. KathyG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Had steak and scallops. The scallops were excellent and the steak so so, but I’m not a big beef person. The appetizer and starter were excellent, also our sides of potatoes and cauliflower au gratin as well. Was a nice experience.

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  31. Kevin

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food, excellent service! A bit pricey. The scallops were amazing, red snapper was amazing and NY strip steak was just ok. Wine choice was excellent. A bit pricey for the pour. We’d go back again just to get the scallop dish.

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  32. GlennJ

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Food was not impressive. It was very salty. However, dessert and the service was great and almost made up for a mediocre meal.

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  33. AngelaW

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food. Uniques starters and sides with perfectly prepared steaks. Vegetarian in our party loved the cauliflower steak. Faves: lobster/crab fondue, Mexican street corn, hash browns, peanut butter dessert, crème brûlée, Writer’s Block cocktail and every main dish we tried.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My Kansas City Strip was perfect, all steaks are wet aged, my medium rare came out with the perfect sear and color. Interior ambience is a plus, upscale appearance and two story wine in the middle of the restaurant. Pleasant vibe from wait staff was nice as well. Good place for business dinner or date night, also saw they had a veggie meal option as well which would be good for my wife’s tastes.

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  35. RichA

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and service as usual! Always look forward to the best steak in town, hands down.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We enjoyed dinner very much. Crab bisque was a bit too salty for my taste. Otherwise steaks and sides are superb! Great place to celebrate with family and friends!

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  37. WilliamP

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a very nice place to dine. It’s worth the trip and the time. A great value for the money.

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  38. Sheera

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food, great service!! Would highly recommend.

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  39. RobynN

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Katie and Winston were out servers. They were wonderful. My steak was cooked medium, perfectly. My husband ordered the swordfish special, it was delicious. We started with the Lobster Toast appetizer and that was excellent. I ordered the cauliflower gratin and it was cold. 😔 We sent it back and wasn't charge. Great meal outside of that. The Flower 75 cocktail was devine 🩷

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  40. Scott

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time here and it was awesome. We both ordered steaks with a side of fries and mashed potatoes. Everything was high quality.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Black & Blue Steak & Crab - Buffalo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (716) 839-2525.

Black & Blue Steak & Crab - Buffalo is rated 4.6 stars by 2354 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Black & Blue Steak & Crab - Buffalo

5493 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY 14221

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Buffalo
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Adjacent to restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Bartoshevich
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (716) 839-2525
  • Private party facilities
    Two elegant rooms available. The Boardroom holds up to 16 comfortably, and the Clubroom holds up to 40 comfortably. Both rooms are equipped for presentations.
  • Private party contact
    James Brown: (716) 839-2525
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