Blend on the Water

Name: Blend on the Water
Address: 4540 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY, United States, 11109
Telephone: (718) 606-9851
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

4583 Reviews

$30 and under

Latin / Spanish

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We are a Latin fusion restaurant, presenting authentic cuisine inspired by all Latin countries.

The Music, The Art, The Culture, The People, The Food. Blend is the ultimate dining experience.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 91 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, Colombian, Peruvian
Hours of operation
Brunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(718) 606-9851
Website
http://www.blendonthewater.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Formal Attire
Private party facilities
Blend on the Water is not only a great place for dinner, we also serve Blunch 7 days a week and are an excellent venue for graduations, baptisms, showers, business meetings, or just enjoying Blunch with your loved ones.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (855) 687-3996

Location
4540 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11109
Neighborhood
Long Island City
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Take the 7 to Vernon-Jackson, G to 21st St, or E/M to Court Square.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

"Chicharron de Pollo" Skewers$12.00
Lightly Battered Chicken Breast, Mango Beurre Blanc
Guacamole$10.00
Fresh House made Guacamole, Cilantro, Pico de Gallo, Served with Warm Tortilla Chips
Pan con Mantequilla$8.00
Herb & Cheese Focaccia baked in a Cast Iron Skillet, Served with Homemade Truffle Butter. Please allow extra time
Chorizo Mac & Cheese$12.00
Manchego, Cojita, Pepper Jack Cheese, Chorizo, Panko Crust
Crispy Arepas (4)$13.00
Braised Short Rib, Avocado, Lime Scented Crème, Micro Cilantro
Piononos$11.00
Sweet Plantain, Chicken Picadillo, Garlic-Lime Mojo

Cocas – Spanish Flat Breads

Lobster$15.00
Maine Lobster, Spicy Black Bean Puree, Cherry Tomatoes, Cilantro Aioli, Chipotle
Wild Mushroom$12.00
Truffle Ricotta, Assorted Wild Mushrooms, Queso De Cabra, Truffle Essence

From the Sea

Camarones Al Ajillo$13.00
Sauteed Jumbo Shrimp, Lemon Butter, Garlic Sauce, Toast
Lobster Tequenos$15.00
Maine Lobster, Crab Meat, Manchego, Queso Menonita, pepperjack Cheese wrapped in a Venezuelan Pastry
Mussels$12.00
Pork Chorizo, Roasted Peppers, White Wine, Tomato Sauce, Grilled Bread

Small Plates/Salads

Optional Additions to Avocado Salad: Chicken $8 | Shrimp or Salmon $12 | Skirt Steak $11

Mazorca$6.00
Grilled Corn, Chipotle, Lime Salt, Paprika, Cotija Cheese
Tres Golpes$7.00
Hard-boiled Egg, Mangu Filling, Fried Cheese, Dominican Salame, Pickled Onion
Avocado Salad$11.00
Haas Avocado, Crispy Shallot's, Sherry Vinaigrette, Mesclun Salad

Entrées

Pollo a La Plancha$19.00
Marinated Chicken Breast, White Rice, House Beans, Maduros, Lemon Butter Sauce
Churrasco$29.00
Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak Cooked Medium, White Rice, House Beans, Tostones, Chimichurri, Red Onion Escabeche
Pernil$20.00
Oven Roasted Pork Shank, White Rice, Bean Sauce, Chimichurri
Pescado Encocado$23.00
Pan Seared Tilapia, Coconut Sauce, White Rice
Lime Crusted Atlantic Salmon$27.00
Cilantro Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Pineapple Reduction
Blend Stuffed Burger$18.00
Braised Short Rib, Guacamole, Pepper Jack Cheese, Bacon, House Fries
Filet Mignon$30.00
Porcini Dusted Prime Beef Tenderloin, Mangu, Sauteed Arugula, Red Wine Reduction
Arroz con Mariscos$28.00
Shrimp, Scallops, Mussels, Clams, Crab Meat, Saffron Scented Yellow Rice
Lomo Saltado$21.00
Choice of Sauteed Ginger Marinated Beef or Chicken, Baby Potatoes, Cherry Tomatoes, Pearl Onions, White Rice
Salmon Burger$17.00
Pan Seared Patty, Lime Scented Creme, Strawberry Mango Salad
Crispy Chicken$21.00
Crispy Pan Roasted Half Chicken, Fried Rice, Avocado Salsa, Mango Beurre Blanc

Sides

Maduros$6.00
Cilantro Mashed Potatoes$6.00
French Fries$6.00
Mangu$6.00
Asparagus$6.00
Tostones$6.00
White Rice & Beans$6.00
Yellow Rice$6.00
Chicken Fried Rice$9.00

What 4,583 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Annie
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Face service, waitress was nice, food was also really good for the price we paid
TB
ToniBronx
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my boyfriend to Blend on the Water for lunch and he loved it. The service was excellent! We'll definitely come back.
KE
KatherinE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Buena comida y buen ambiente y precio asequible me encanto
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
The restaurant was nice but the music was so loud we had to pretty much yell across the table to engage in conversation. The food and portion sizes we absolutely amazing. Service was also great as well.
CC
ChristinaC
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
My husband and I went for our anniversary. We reserved online and added that information. The waitress was prepared and ready. She gave us free shots. We originally asked for cake and sparkler and we got that too. The drinks were awesome! Try the firey dragonfruit Mojito. It literally comes on fire! The food was good too.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, service and drinks were great. I love to come here to eat and drink on special occasions.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
Dinner was fantastic, loved the music and great views.
A
Anthonyp
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was awesome
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is a gem!!! Love the food, the vibe and most off all the attention to detail.
MH
MatthewH
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very chic and lively... Food was awesome! Will be back
CT
CrisTinaN
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
We came to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday. Overall we had a great time, the food was delicious and the services from the waitress was outstanding. The only reason why I don’t give them 5 stars is because the hostess had a nasty attitude when I asked to be moved because I did not like the table we were given at first.
A
Anon
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love it it was my bday!!
DM
DebraM
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Enjoyed our dining experience. The servers were very attentive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were early for our reservation and hostess and the managers were very thoughtful able to get us a table sooner. We also had unexpected additional people with us. Our waitress was amazing she went above and beyond to make sure that all my guest were comfortable and satisfied with everything that came out. Food was excellent! We would definitely be returning
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was really good, and for a Tuesday night it was jumping! I haven’t been to this location in years it a lot of fun!
DM
DebraM
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and drinks are amazing. Nice touch capturing pics of special occasions but they are very expensive.
JG
JeankarloG
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food for a great price , great service ! Definitely will come back
C
Caron
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall4food2service5ambience4
I would definitely recommend this restaurant. The ambiance was elegant and romantic. I was a bit disappointed with the shrimp pasta because it had no taste. The salmon was good, just need a bigger portion of the mash it came with. The drinks were a 10/10. Overall I would rate my experience a 7/10.
TC
TrishC
Poconos
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Angela our server was very nice and accommodating. We love all the servers they were so nice and attentive. They made our night special.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall1food4service1ambience1
I’ve been here many times throughout the years and NEVER have a I had the experience I had today. While I understand that there is a dress code, i was surprised to see that exceptions are made for people who are not African American. I myself am Latina, my husband however, an African American man-was approached not once but THREE times about his hat. My husband conceded and took off his hat. Not half an hour later , another patron (also African American) who was also presumably asked to take his hat off , put his hat back on after seeing that another man ( not African American) had simply walked in wearing one. It was observed that the night manager for this evening who i was told is named Diego, walked over the man and asked him to remove his hat. This man removed his hat but his company had also noticed that this manager had not asked the same of the aforementioned man with the hat - despite having walked right by him and in front of him. It was until it was brought to his attention that this was odd did this manager decide to walk over and ask the same man to remove his hat. This manager was rude, abrasive, and obviously prejudiced towards men of color. I am disgusted and disappointed at the caliber of “managers” that Blend on the water has decided to hire. I might add that after this incident , he sat at the bar and seemed to be having a grand time with two young women. Perhaps he was off hat patrol for the rest of the evening. I will continue to pursue this and complain about this until I am satisfied that this man is justly reprimanded for his disgusting behavior.
R
Rima
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience3
We went with a group of 6 to the blend and the reservation confirmation indicated formal dress. We were formal ( no jeans/ no t Shirts no sneakers) everyone else was all dressed down. I think that formal attire note should be removed from the site. The food was amazing
KG
KarmaG
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful ambiance. Nice vibe. This was my second visit and both times I had a good experience.
S
Shirley
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
Came to Blend for my daughters birthday brunch. We were seated all the way in the back in a corner although we had reservations and there were plenty of empty seats. The food was underwhelming and the drinks were terrible. Service and quality have gone down. We Will not be coming back.
CA
ClaudiaA
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We invited our son to brunch for his birthday, we loved it! in general everything was excellent, we will back 😊
ES
EltonS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an overall great experience, food was fresh and delicious. Staff very professional and friendly
D
Desmond
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time there and it was great! The weather was good the food and drinks were good!
RB
RosaB
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The hostess was very accommodating in moving us to another section that was more to our comfort zone.
MI
MIGUELR
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
The food was not worth the money, the prices are way to high for sub par service and I made a reservation and was told I could not get what I reserved
JR
JoshuaR
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience1
The staff was absolutely rude and terrible. From the hostess to the waitress and the servers. The greeter refused to seat is until the last person arrived. There were 10 of us in total and nine of us were waiting by the bar which is small. The restaurant was not busy and 10 more people were not going to show up so I dont understand why they would not sit us. It was my wedding day and the waitress was extremely rude to my bride . Such rules for a low class place. The greeter was talking very loudly in the bathroom about how she doesn't get enough tips from customers which is extremely low class. My mother in law asked if the gratuity was included and the rude waitress had the nerve to say yes but we have to share our tips. Feel free to leave an additional tip. How rude... Dine at your own risk
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the attentiveness that all employees have with clients.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience5
What i ordered was not good at all. The chicken was not seasoned. They called to try cancel my reservation 15 minutes before my arrival. The person on the phone also lied and said they were trying to get in contact with me. We ordered a frozen margarita, it was syrup and ice. The view, and the ambiance is what you are paying for.
S
Stella1313
Calgary
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing food!!
L
Luciano
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, great drinks, and amazing music! Would highly recommend, perfect date spot.
ER
EdwinR
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
For my first time, it was ok. Where my family and I were placed, it was hot, there were flies flying around and the food just needed a bit more seasoning but everything else was good
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience2
It was my birthday and the lady at the front desk was being really weird and making faces saying that she didn’t see my reservations and I had reservations for me and my kids july 24 th 2022 @3 pm and I called and even confirmation in my texts messages then she she told the girl to take us to our table and she was weird also just looking at me and I ask her what’s the problem then she says something to the women at the front and she told her to take us to out table worst experience every I will not be coming back first and last time
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall1food3service4ambience4
Had a piece of a rubber band in my food
d
danzenie
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great brunch experience with the family. Ambiance was one point, great Salsa music and not too loud. We ordered the Churrasco with eggs, Cuban French Toast, and the Arroz con Marisco. All very delicious dishes. The staff was attentive without having hover us asking us if everything was ok. It was nice so we are plan on doing it twice.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Birthday event was wonderful
F
Felicia
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The foods and great were great. It was a little hot in the restaurant but still 5 stars
JC
JericaC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Service was non existent we were sat and waited 15 mins for water. then the waitress came to take our order 10 minutes and never saw her again until she charged us. The food was not the best. And it was so loud you could barely here anything. Would not recommend nor return.

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Blend on the Water is rated 4.4 stars by 4583 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 91 times today

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4540 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11109

Additional information

Neighborhood
Long Island City
Hours of operation
Brunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, Colombian, Peruvian
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Formal Attire
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Take the 7 to Vernon-Jackson, G to 21st St, or E/M to Court Square.
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.blendonthewater.com/
Phone number
(718) 606-9851
Private party facilities
Blend on the Water is not only a great place for dinner, we also serve Blunch 7 days a week and are an excellent venue for graduations, baptisms, showers, business meetings, or just enjoying Blunch with your loved ones.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (855) 687-3996

Blend on the Water

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Options

Additional information

Arroz con Mariscos

Churrasco

Chorizo Mac &amp Cheese

Share Plates

"Chicharron de Pollo" Skewers$12.00

Guacamole$10.00

Pan con Mantequilla$8.00

Chorizo Mac & Cheese$12.00

Crispy Arepas (4)$13.00

Piononos$11.00

Cocas – Spanish Flat Breads

Lobster$15.00

Wild Mushroom$12.00

From the Sea

Camarones Al Ajillo$13.00

Lobster Tequenos$15.00

Mussels$12.00

Small Plates/Salads

Mazorca$6.00

Tres Golpes$7.00

Avocado Salad$11.00

Entrées

Pollo a La Plancha$19.00

Churrasco$29.00

Pernil$20.00

Pescado Encocado$23.00

Lime Crusted Atlantic Salmon$27.00

Blend Stuffed Burger$18.00

Filet Mignon$30.00

Arroz con Mariscos$28.00

Lomo Saltado$21.00

Salmon Burger$17.00

Crispy Chicken$21.00

Sides

Maduros$6.00

Cilantro Mashed Potatoes$6.00

French Fries$6.00

Mangu$6.00

Asparagus$6.00

Tostones$6.00

White Rice & Beans$6.00

Yellow Rice$6.00

Chicken Fried Rice$9.00

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