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Experience was great specialty menu was in effect as for a day after Valentine's Day

Im really not one to write reviews for anything as most unfortunatly are. For my girlfriend and my first time going to Black&Blue from waiting for our table to paying the bill her and I agreed it was a very pleasant and enjoyable experience. Both steaks were cooked beautifully and were still nice and warm when arrived to the table. We tried the nights special lobster mac&cheese and was pleasantly surprised how great it all was! Cheese was not too heavy, noodles were great and the lobster was amazing! Prices weren’t even as bad as we anticipated! A lovely night at Black&Blue on February 14th Valentines day :)

Outstanding service; within 20 seconds of entering the very busy restaurant, someone offered to take our coats, and the experience that followed was fantastic. Only complaint was the noise level and proximity that parties were sat (very close), but totally understand that being an issue on Valentine’s Day.

A true Brazilian Churrascaria, Texas de Brazil does not disappoint! The meat was tender and flavorful. I love the variety (try them all your first time.) My favorites are Picanha, a flavorful Brazilian Steak with a salt & pepper crust, Filet, bacon wrapped filet, and spicy sirloin. The salad bar is enormous and fresh. Their lobster bisque is the best I've had anywhere and the sweet glazed plantains are incredible! The service was prompt, always smiling and willing to answer questions. While the prize is to be expected for unlimited Brazilian Steak, it's a little to pricey to be your regular date night eatery but perfect for special occasions. We go several times a year.

The new limited menu is a bit disappointing because of the lack of options, but apparently it's a struggle to keep a kitchen running smoothly, but this seems to be the way in a post-pandemic world for some places. Beer selection is still very good. Service was fast, friendly, efficient. Reservation request was honored.