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Waterloo-bar - Black & Blue - Waterloo, London,

Black & Blue - Waterloo

4.4 (1239)
£25 and under
Steak
1 Mephan Street, London, SE1 8RL

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Steps away from the grand entrance of Waterloo Station, Black and Blue offers a modern British
American steakhouse experience that is second to none.  Savour a wide range of delicious starters
and main courses, heavenly cocktails and sumptuous wine in the unique setting of a Victorian
brick railway arch. 
 
The perfect location to meet with friends, colleagues, or family for lunch, afterwork drinks or dinner.
Or simply sit with a drink and watch the bustle of Europe’s busiest station. We promise you will
come back for more!
 
For private events please contact our Borough or Archduke restaurants for details.

Additional information

Menu

Black & Blue - Waterloo's menu was last updated on 2/12/2023.

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What 1,239 people are saying

Black & Blue - Waterloo 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black & Blue - Waterloo is a convenient choice for travelers and theater-goers, with a prime location next to the station. Patrons consistently praise its "excellent service" and "delicious food," citing the steaks and chocolate fondant dessert as highlights. The restaurant's relaxed atmosphere and value for money make it a favored dining spot.
1,239 Reviews

  1. David

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent location for Waterloo travellers, always use it when in town

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  2. Elizabeth

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, as usual, but why do you ask if the booking is for a special occasion? I booked on-line and said the lunch would be a birthday treat, so I was expecting some sort of acknowledgement, but none was forthcoming, so that was a little disappointing!

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  3. Bruce VIP

    San Diego49 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was cold and pretty meh. Would not recommmed if you’re looking for a real good steakhouse

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  4. David

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Perfect pre theatre meal and central location next to mainline station

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  5. Themis VIP

    London63 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Early dinner. We started with cocktails which were very good. The steaks were perfectly cooked medium rare (the Côte de boeuf was excellent). The sticky toffee pudding was one of the best I had for a long time. Very good service. The wine list needs a bit improvement ( the Rioja went down well with the steaks).

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  6. Sally

    Devon3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were asked where we wanted to be sitted and I asked for the booth. Service was great and food came out quickly. We had steak and it was cooked wonderfully. It was expensive but it is London and I did expect to pay. Great atmosphere. Would visit again

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  7. AMANDA

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service , friendly staff. Little treat for my birthday. Much appreciated. Thanks all

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  8. Andrew

    Kent5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We are regulars at Black & Blue and it is consistently good.

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  9. Peter

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall, everything was fine and pleasant , not particularly remarkable although I will say the portion of green beans was good compared to most other restaurants but the sirloin steak was a little tough but tasted ok. Price was also fair compared to other restaurants.

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  10. Mary

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My friend came to town from the wild north and I'm not terribly mobile so we met here as it was a short walk from the train station. The food was delicious and the service excellent. They didn't even mind that we stayed for over four hours.

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Black & Blue - Waterloo is rated 4.4 stars by 1239 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. South West London
  5. Waterloo

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Black & Blue - Waterloo

1 Mephan Street, London, SE1 8RL

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Burgers, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Wine
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