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Black & Blue Steak & Crab - black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany, Albany, NY

black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany

4.7 (3095)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
1470 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203

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black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany

4.7
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Albany

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 63 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
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 ambience 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 60 guests for a sit-down meal. The Board Room accommodates up to 16 guests for a sit-down meal. The Swordfish Room accommodates up to 30 guests for a sit-down meal.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • 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
    Dylan Burkhart
  • Private party facilities
    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. CLUB ROOM - accommodates up to 60 guests for a sit-down meal. BOARD ROOM - accommodates 16 guests for a sit-down meal. FRONT ROOM - accommodates up to 30 guests for a sit-down meal.
  • Area
    Albany
  • Cross street
    Fuller Road
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour Elevated

    1 - 7 people

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Sip and savor with wine and beer specials, perfectly paired with two exclusive bites only available during Happy Hour: $2 Oysters – bright, briny, and shucked to order, served with fresh lemon and cocktail sauce Truffle Parmesan Fries – crisp, golden, and indulgently topped with grated parmesan and truffle oil Available Monday through Friday from 4–6 PM, it’s the perfect way to unwind, meet with friends, or kick off your evening in style. Happy Hour specials available in the bar and lounge only.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany.

4.7

4.7
(3095)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Steakhouse

  • Capital District

    Best Service

  • Capital District

    Great for fine wines

  • Capital District

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black & Blue Steak and Crab in Albany offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "perfectly cooked steaks" and impressive seafood dishes. The ambiance is elegant, making it ideal for special occasions. Some patrons suggest improvements on steak seasoning, but overall, it's a must-visit.
3,095 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice ambiance and great food, highly recommend.

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  2. Maria

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were exceptional, as usual. We requested a booth in the back & they had one ready when we arrived. Always a bit pricey, but worth it.

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  3. George

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner. Ryan the server was fantastic. I had sea bass specials, my Wife had Filet with Bernaise sauce and cauliflower au gratin. We both split a wagu meatballs app. All were outstanding.

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  4. Linda Gold

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was excellent. Cocktails were great! Food was delish

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  5. Fred

    Upstate New York1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great bartender and excellent pre-dinner drinks. Place was crowded for a Sat night. Bread was excellent. Calamari was way too spicy to eat and we were brought another regular order. Steak took about 45 minutes to be served after we were there for a 1/2 hour. We only ordered one serving. It was a rib-eye which was as tough as most sirloins. I expected better for a $55 steak.

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  6. craig

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    service was great food was great and done wounderfull...

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  7. Suzanne

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most perfectly cooked and best tasting filet I ever had. Perfection! I wish the sides were smaller. I really wanted to try some but knew it was too much. Lobster tail add on was superb. We had the table for hours. No rushing ! Great night!

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  8. Marta

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Black and Blue and it was a very positive experience. We were celebrating our birthdays and staff made us feel welcome and gave a birthday card and dessert to celebrate. The food was delicious and look forward to going again.

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  9. Sharon

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, excellent service and choices. Always a special time

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  10. Feonia

    Upstate New York1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my first time here and Went with my BeatFriends celebrating my Bday, once you walk through the door the Ambiance is amazing, you walk in and is greeting with the view of a beautiful Wine Cellar and Ceiling lighting..just a beautiful setting, the staff greaeting us was very pleasant and to time to ask whose Bday we were celebrating, once seated, staffed tending to you very quickly and introduced themselves, our Waitress then came and introduced herself then told us about some specials they have, very pleasant, didn’t rush and answered whatever questions we had , she was attentive and very courteous, checked on us in a timely manner..when one of our food wasn’t hot she quickly took it back and replaced it, the food was amazing, Drunks was top notch and just the way I liked it..overall a great and enjoyable experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • 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
    Dylan Burkhart
  • Private party facilities
    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. CLUB ROOM - accommodates up to 60 guests for a sit-down meal. BOARD ROOM - accommodates 16 guests for a sit-down meal. FRONT ROOM - accommodates up to 30 guests for a sit-down meal.
  • Area
    Albany
  • Cross street
    Fuller Road
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, guests report occasional dinner specials (one guest noted an $55 8 oz prime strip with Brussels sprouts), and reviewers also describe a busy bar happy hour at the restaurant.

black & blue features an elegant main dining room and a full bar, plus multiple private rooms, the Club Room (up to 60), the Swordfish Room (up to 30) and the Board Room (up to 16); guests also mention booths and side rooms.

Yes, the restaurant presents itself as well suited to family gatherings, and guests have celebrated family occasions here (including a grandson’s birthday and a private‑room birthday where a youngster was noted enjoying the scene).

Sunday evenings tend to be quieter at black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany, making them a comfortable choice for a more relaxed visit.

Many diners find portions, especially salads and sides, to be generous and shareable, with several guests noting very large salads, shareable sides, and taking leftovers home.

Yes, black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany is well suited to date nights and special occasions, billing itself as a spot for special‑occasion dinners and earning several positive anniversary and celebratory visits from guests.

Yes, black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany offers private rooms and tailor‑made menus for large groups and says it will help plan business meetings or celebratory functions.

The she-crab soup is a recurring favorite, the menu lists it as a Maryland‑style blue crab bisque and guests have called it “absolutely fantastic.”

Black & Blue Steak and Crab - Albany pairs an elegant, inventive design with a vibrant, upscale atmosphere, guests call the interior beautiful and trendy, note a busy bar and main dining room, and find side rooms or private dining areas to be quieter options.

Business casual is the guide, think neat, polished attire that suits special‑occasion dinners and business gatherings.

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black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany

4.7
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Albany

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 63 times today
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