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New York Strip Steak and King Crab Legs - black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo, Amherst, NY

black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo

4.6 (2778)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
5493 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY 14221

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Romantic
black & blue Steak and Crab sets the bar for the New American Steakhouse; elegant yet unpretentious, sophisticated yet approachable. b&b offers an inventive design and an unparalleled, vibrant ambiance for you and your guests. Our inspired cuisine coupled with our gracious hospitality is perfect for your special occasion dinner, night out with friends, family gathering or executive business event. black & blue also offers a variety of private rooms and tailor made menus for large groups. We would be happy to help plan your next business meeting or celebratory function. Whether it’s an intimate party, a lavish reception, or an important business meeting, you can be certain the black & blue experience will be effortless and memorable. The Club Room accommodates up to 45 guests for a sit-down meal. The Board Room accommodates up to 20 guests for a sit-down meal. You are sure to find a wine you like in their 20 foot climate controlled wine rack.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Austin Crist
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Buffalo
  • Parking details
    Adjacent to restaurant
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,778 people are saying

black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

    Innovative

  • Western New York

    Great for fine wines

  • Western New York

    Romantic

  • Western New York

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black & Blue Steak and Crab in Buffalo offers a "wonderful experience" with attentive service and "delicious food." The steaks are often praised as "perfectly cooked" and "amazing full flavor." It's a "go-to place" for special occasions, with a relaxing ambiance and consistently excellent service. A must-visit for steak lovers!
2,778 Reviews
  1. David

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, drinks and ambiance and menu selction

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  2. Randy

    South Carolina21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the meal. We had salads and ribeyes and both were excellent.

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  3. Joseph

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This will definitely be on the top of our list for OUTSTANDING Restaurants! Absolutely loved everything about Black & Blue!!!!! Cheryl Alaimo Joseph Alaimo

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  4. Jeffrey

    New York State1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Steaks were amazing full flavor cooked perfectly server outstanding the whole experience was one of the best I’ve had at a steakhouse. I’ve been there before and I plan on going back there many more times.

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  5. Larry VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as usual Top quality meal and service My go to place in Buffalo

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  6. matthew VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton56 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We shared a tomahawk steak mushrooms and hash potatoes. Steak great and mushroom. Potatoes disappointed .

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  7. Joelle

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chris, our server, was very attentive and informative. The ambiance was very relaxing and quiet in a busy restaurant. Food was perfectly prepared especially the filet, NY strip, mushrooms, and fries with the aioli sauce.
    black & blue Steak and Crab - BuffaloResponded on July 15, 2025
    We are happy to hear you enjoyed everything. Thank you for your review, Joelle!

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  8. James

    Upstate New York3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful experience at black & blue. Great cocktails at the bar before dinner, and wonderful service and delicious food!
    black & blue Steak and Crab - BuffaloResponded on July 9, 2025
    Thank you for your glowing review, James!

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  9. Edward

    New York State15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Special occasion dining place, but on the very casual side.
    black & blue Steak and Crab - BuffaloResponded on July 9, 2025
    Thank you for your review, Edward!

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  10. Brian

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening with our friend and colleague from Ricoh corporation. Exceptional service, beverages, and food.
    black & blue Steak and Crab - BuffaloResponded on July 9, 2025
    We are glad you enjoyed everything. Thank you for your review, Brian!

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FAQs

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

black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo is rated 4.6 stars by 2778 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo

5493 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY 14221

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Buffalo
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Adjacent to restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Austin Crist
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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