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Blend on the Water entrance - Blend on the Water, Long Island City, NY

Blend on the Water

4.4
4.4
4945 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin / Spanish
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Welcome to Blend on the Water, a culinary oasis offering Latin Fusion cuisine, nestled along the picturesque East River in LIC. Whether you join us for a nightly dinner or daily brunch, your dining experience will be nothing short of extraordinary.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 104 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Cuisines
    Latin / Spanish, Fusion / Eclectic, Contemporary Latin
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 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
    Smart Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Private party facilities
    Visit www.blendonthewater.com/parties and fill out the Event Request form to inquire about large parties and private events such as bridal showers, graduation celebrations, birthday parties, and more.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator: (347) 975-0677
  • 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

What 4,945 people are saying

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
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New York / Tri-State Area

    Latin / Spanish

  • Queens

    Great for scenic views

  • Queens

    Most Booked

4,945 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful experience. The food was terrific. My daughter’s birthday was memorable.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the most amazing time. It was amazing views. Our food came out so quickly. Everything was fresh and hot and delicious. Our service was top-notch A1. It was absolutely beautiful. Will definitely be back as well as try the other locations definitely a place to visit. 

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  3. shylahc

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance and wonderful service.. will definitely recommend!

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  4. connoisseur

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    great view good food nice atmosphere will definitely come back

    Blend on the WaterResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  5. DavidM84

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome experience! Great hospitality. Decorations looked amazing.

    Blend on the WaterResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you, David! We hope to see you again soon.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food2service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our anniversary date here at Blend. The experience was memorable and we even had our photos taken which we purchased 2/3 photos to take home to keep for memories. The food was great, music was good and the views are amazing :)

    Blend on the WaterResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you so much for the 5 stars, and Happy Anniversary! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. TachaV

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Overall we had an amazing time! I just wish we could have stayed longer. Felt like we were rushed.

    Blend on the WaterResponded 4 days ago

    Hi Tacha! Thank you for the 4 stars! I'm glad to hear you had an amazing time with us. I do apologize that you felt rushed and will be sure to share this feedback with the team to make improvements where necessary. On our busiest nights (Fridays & Saturdays) we do try to make sure every guest gets their chance to experience Blend on the Water, however, we never want anyone to feel rushed. We hope to see you again soon and provide you with nothing short of a 5 star experience!

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  8. CheritaR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food1service3ambience5
    We ordered the appetizers shrimp it's was very greasy. For our entree most of the party ordered the salmon with cilantro mashed potatoes. The potatoes was green because of the cilantro and the salmon was dry and bland. The drinks were great. However, the live band was too loud. Once they stopped playing the music was so loud you can't have a conversation. Overall I wouldn't recommend this restaurant. There's other Latin restaurant to dine at avoid this one.

    Blend on the WaterResponded 4 days ago

    Hi Cherita, I'm sorry to hear that your dining experience did not meet expectations. I will be sure to share your comments with the team so that we can make necessary improvements where possible. We understand that food preferences vary, but it's essential to us that every guest is satisfied. Your feedback will greatly assist us in ensuring that our offerings meet our high standards. As well, we'd love to invite you back during a time and day where our ambience may be less noisy, such as for lunch during the week. Friday nights are typically vibrant and lively at our restaurant but we understand that the volume may not suit everyone's preferences. Once again, we apologize for any inconvenience you experienced and appreciate your understanding as we work to improve our services.

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  9. latashag

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Difficult to park. Good happy hour. Nice restaurant.

    Blend on the WaterResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome we loved it. Great food creative concept!

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  11. Jaye

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great - it was hot and very tasty. Still thinking about that foccacia bread! The ambience was sexy with low lighting but lighted menus and such to still see. The service was mostly quick. And the bathrooms were super clean! Enjoyed my dine in!

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  12. TasiaV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Had a great time, decor was excellent food was great! They totally need a parking lot on premises.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on September 6, 2023

    Hi Tasia! Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We hope to see you again soon!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great service and great place to have eat and drink

    Blend on the WaterResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  14. JuanV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. Had an amazing time. I ask the front for a couple requests and they kindly help me and made sure we enjoy our night

    Blend on the WaterResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  15. Cuquet

    New York Area

    155 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    155 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    I received a message my reservation was suddenly cancelled the day before and I had to rebooked again. Even though we arrived on time and checked in, I received a message later we were no show. Either the reception doesn’t know how to handle the computer or they have a lousy system. The appetizers were good but the main dishes were tasteless. Little disappointed.

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  16. Josy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Food had good flavor- I suggest going before 1pm for brunch as it is hard to hear eachother after it gets busy. Staff were very attentive & professional 👍🏼

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 28, 2023

    Thank you for the 5 star review, Josy! We're so glad you had a great experience at Blend on the Water. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The experience was amazing. It is a bit pricey but worth it. Fast service and the food was delicious.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 28, 2023

    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  18. MadisonP

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    Waitress was not that attentive. Did not give me change back from my bill. Food was not that great. Not coming back

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 28, 2023

    Hi Madison - I'm sorry to hear that your experience fell short of your expectations. We take pride in our restaurant and strive to provide exceptional service & an enjoyable dining experience for all of our guests, and we deeply regret we were not able to provide this to you during your recent visit. Please feel free to respond here if interested as I would love the opportunity to discuss this further with you and come to a resolution.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    Food was horrible what happened to this place it used to be good

    Blend on the WaterResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a rating. We would like to extend our apologies for any aspects of your visit that did not meet your expectations. We would love to better understand the specific areas in which we can improve and enhance your future experiences with us. If you are open to sharing more details or have any suggestions for how we can make your next visit more enjoyable, please feel free to reach out to us.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I had an amazing experience at Blends on Water in Long Island! The food was exceptional, and the service was top-notch. I highly recommend trying the Churrasco and the shrimp a la diabla – both were bursting with flavor. The margaritas were deliciously strong, but be careful, as they caught up to me after just two drinks. Overall, a fantastic dining spot that I enthusiastically recommend to everyone!

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 28, 2023

    Thank you so much for the glowing 5 star review! We're thrilled you had such a great experience at Blend on the Water! We look forward to seeing you again soon :)

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  21. Wakeme4meals

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Always reliable. The food is fresh. The menu is diverse.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 28, 2023

    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We appreciate the love!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    Food over priced, quality was not up to par. The drink was the best thing on the menu. Ambiance was amazing. Will come for back only for happy hour if there is one.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 21, 2023

    We are sorry to hear that we did not meet your expectations regarding the food. We understand that preferences are subjective, and what one person enjoys, another may not. However, it is essential to us that you leave our restaurant satisfied. We would love to hear more about your specific concerns regarding the food you ordered, and would be happy to recommend alternative menu options that align better with your tastes if you decide to give us another opportunity to serve you. Thank you.

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  23. Lulu

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to have 2Hr of relaxation with nice music and awesome service!

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 28, 2023

    Thank you for the 5 stars, Lulu! We're thrilled you had a great time at Blend on the Water and hope to see you again soon!

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  24. MikeH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    Very disappointed. We had a 315 reservation yesterday. While I was parking the car, my wife entered at 3:10 to be told that the kitchen was closing in five minutes and all orders had to be in when she complained. She was told that they had sent numerous emails to me explaining this. That was absolutely not true. The email simply said that they could not guarantee our table. If we arrived after 315 there was no mention of the kitchen being closed. They even went so far as to say, they spoke to me on the phone, and explained. this again not true I never spoke to a hostess as I booked this online. I ended up going to the other blend a few blocks away. I explain the situation to the hostess there. She spoke to someone and the hostess at Blinn down the water continue to tell her that she had spoken to me directly again that never happened I have never spoken on the phone with anybody from blend on the water.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    I went here for a date with my husband on august 13th the restaurant doesn’t look like it did in pictures. It’s very small and it was hot and uncomfortable. My drink was horrible I got the froze’ it was so sweet with no liquor. The Currasco steak was full of oil and very salty couldn’t even eat it, the beans had no flavor whatsoever. The rice was oily and undercooked. The only good decent food we had was the appetizer of guacamole and chips which is pretty basic nothing amazing. Social media makes this place seem better then what it is but it was a complete disappointment we won’t be returning. Overpriced food with no flavor! And it’s supposed to be Dominican food but it didn’t taste like that AT ALL!🤔

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 14, 2023

    We're sorry to hear you did not enjoy your visit. We strive to curate a menu that appeals to a wide range of tastes & includes various Latin influences. However, we know that food preferences are subjective, and what one person enjoys, another may not. Should you decide to give us another chance, we'd love to welcome you back & offer alternative menu options that may better suit your preferences. Our staff is always on hand to help you & ensure your dining experience is as enjoyable as possible.

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  26. SandraD

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    Food is overpriced for the amount you’re getting and the food had no flavor. My order was delayed and only cash was accepted due to internet issues. Will not be returning.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 10, 2023

    We do apologize that your visit fell short of expectations. Unfortunately when our ISP experiences outages, this affects our ability to accept electronic payments. We understand the inconvenience this poses on guests but sadly there is little we can do on our end. We know that food preferences are subjective & what one person enjoys, another may not, but we are very sorry you were not satisfied. We appreciate your honesty & will share your comments with the team to make improvements where able.

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  27. RobertW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fine restaurant, but the website strongly suggested business attire only, and thus I (reluctantly) wore a necktie with collared shirt and dress pants. But a few guys wore very informal clothing, and one wore sagging pants with exposed undies (he had finished his meal and was walking past us when exiting the restaurant). Otherwise, fine restaurant.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 10, 2023

    Hi Robert! Thank you for your feedback and 5 star rating! We sincerely appreciate your input, and we apologize for any frustration or inconvenience you experienced regarding our dress code. I assure you we do take our dress code seriously and am sorry that other guests were able to slip in while not in compliance. I will be sure to bring this to the attention of our team so we can avoid future issues. We look forward to serving you again in the future!

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  28. Jenny2babe

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Very nice. Our server was quick and efficient and we had a hard time choosing between indoor or outdoor and the hostess was pleasant enough to be patient while we choose. Food could’ve been better but it was good.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 8, 2023

    Hi Jenny! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for giving us a four-star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience and we appreciate your input! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  29. 678755567

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service, outstanding food, great ambience & the music wasn’t too loud.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 8, 2023

    Thank you so much for the 5 star rating! We hope to see you again soon!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience we came in for my wife birthday an they sang for her everything was great excellent service

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 8, 2023

    Thank you for the 5 star review! We wish your wife a very happy birthday and hope to see you again soon!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    We had a great time! The food was excellent! We just waited a little long for our drinks. Waitress was super nice! She even tried giving us free shots. I would definitely come back for the food and the amazing view.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excelente servicio el ambiente y todo me encanto! Definitivamente Volveré

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  33. LoriZ

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This is a very good restaurant, with delicious food and a fun atmosphere. We had a very good time I highly recommend it.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on August 8, 2023

    Hi Lori, thank you for the 4 star review! We're so glad you enjoyed your time at Blend on the Water. If there’s anything we can do to make your next visit even better and gain that 5th star, don’t hesitate to let us know!

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  34. Anna

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food & service!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The service was amazing, very kind and loving staff.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on July 31, 2023

    Thank you so much for the great review!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall2food5service5ambience5
    Food was Amazing! The Air Conditioner did NOt work. So it was HOT. Waiter spilled water on my lap cleaning another table. They also forgot my shrimps with my steak (i was charged for it) but realized i didnt get it once I got home!

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  37. Horrible

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    A/C was out in the summer, not accommodating for pregnant woman's dietary restrictions, and overall bad experience

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  38. CliveC

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    No A/C on a 95 degree day makes the experience a little tough.

    Blend on the WaterResponded on July 31, 2023

    Hi Clive - thank you for your feedback. We're very sorry about the issues with the air conditioning and assure you we are working to fix it swiftly. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide you with an improved experience soon.

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  39. JameelH

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    Food was ok, service and location was great, has a beautiful view.

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  40. MRXFE

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food and drinks were great buuuuut where we were seated had no type of a/c. Nice that it’s right by a ferry stop and the Pepsi cola sign.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Blend on the Water using the Order Online button.

Blend on the Water is rated 4.4 stars by 4945 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 PM
Booked 104 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Blend on the Water

4540 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11109

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Long Island City
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Latin / Spanish, Fusion / Eclectic, Contemporary Latin
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • 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
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • 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
    Visit www.blendonthewater.com/parties and fill out the Event Request form to inquire about large parties and private events such as bridal showers, graduation celebrations, birthday parties, and more.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator: (347) 975-0677
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