We visited as a party of six and everything we ordered was well prepared and very tasty. We really enjoyed the food. Unfortunately, the restaurant was uncomfortably cold and very loud, more like a nightclub than a restaurant. Also, they have a number of less desirable tables. Some are very near the bar and some in what is almost a hallway where all of the waiters are walking back and forth to and from the kitchen. Since there is no where to self-park nearby, they have valet parking available for $10.
Blu on the Hudson was beautiful ! The food was delicious, and the customer service was excellent. The restaurant had stunning views of the water and Manhattan, creating an amazing atmosphere. The vibe is both romantic and modern, making it a great spot for date night, celebrating birthdays or special events. They also offer valet service. Just a heads-up: there is a strict dress code with an attendant at the door to enforce it. No entry with slippers or shoes without a strap.
This place never disappoints!! Went for a Sunday date night, ambiance and service is fantastic. The outdoor seating was open but we opted to sit indoors. Very nice bar as well if you like dining at the bar. Started with the Blue roll and Lincoln Harbor Roll- 10/10! The fish quality is incredible and the sushi options are pretty unique. Next, we had the tartare which is mixed table-side- 10/10. Steak was fresh and buttery. For mains, we had the cacio e pepe pasta and Delmonico steak (medium). The pasta was okay, a little cold but the flavor was decent-7/10. Relative to their other dishes, this is one I would consider skipping. The steak Delmonico was definitely a 10/10- they torch bone marrow onto the steak table-side which is a nice presentation. The steak was delicious but a bit salty overall (as were many of the dishes). For sides, we had the polenta and truffle creamed spinach. Both 10/10, tasted amazing just wish they were less salty. Finally, we finished with their amazing tiramisu- it was decadent and sweet- everything you want from tiramisu. Again, they do a very nice presentation of the dish table-side. For drinks, we had the dual which is spirit forward. I had the Beachless city which was very beet juice forward. Overall, beautiful presentation on the food and drinks. Delicious taste just very salty. I would not skip out on the sushi, steak or sides- those were the standouts for me. It's definitely pricey (similar to Manhattan pricing) so I would say it's a special occasion restaurant. Highly recommend trying it out!
I've been wanting to come here for a while and finally got around to it! Let me just say that this restaurant did not disappoint!! (Okay maybe 1 part but I'll get to that). First off, the views and the overall ambience of the restaurant was 5/5. We made a resy for my boyfriend's birthday and had a little table right by the window secluded from everyone which had gorgeous views of the water and the city line which never ever gets old. Our waitress was so knowledgeable about the menu and super nice throughout our dinner, I wish I had gotten her name one more time before we left. She made sure we were enjoying everything, gave recommendations, and was attentive. She didn't rush as at all, even when we were the last to finish up dinner. Now onto the food. I mean there's not a single complaint I have. Everything was so perfectly seasoned, juicy, flavorful, colorful, everything you can think of. My absolute favorite was the skirt steak with truffle butter and the Blu Roll was just absolutely insane. Well worth the price for everything on the menu. My only complaint which honestly doesn't even take a star away because that's how good the food was, is obviously the dessert. They have a very minimal menu and I feel like the few options we did try were average, nothing great. The best dessert for me was the carrot cake and I don't like carrot cake in general so that says a lot. OVERALL 10/10 experience, I will 100% be back to try other things on the menu.
Burthday dinner at Blu on the Hudson. The New York Ciry skyline could be seen across the street from the restaurant. Very trendy restaurant We were seated within a few minutes 9f arriving. Our server was very nice. Ge took our drink order. We ordered the Tao Dam and Pain killer. I got the wrong drink, but our server quickly fixed the mistake. The drink presentation was beautiful. For apps, we ordered the beet salad. It was so good. We also ordered calamari and the bacon. All were very good, and portions were generous For our meals, we had bolognese rigatoni and the brazino.for sides we had truffle fries, mushrooms, and charred broccoli. Everything was fresh and great flavor. Foe dessert, we shared the tiramisu. It was presented as a lava cake. The cream was smooth and not overly sweet. Great Meal.
The ambiance is dim and upscale, perfect for the nighttime when you want to enjoy the view of the city lights. Their drinks are really pretty, some being their own experience, like some of the dessert options. Their signature east coast oysters and basque styled shrimp in spicy garlic chili sauce with grilled baguettes were good. The bacon cubes in the caesar salad were a great addition. The ichimi potato crunch on the weehawken roll made the roll. The octopus was surprisingly not bad. The party all agreed that the salmon was undercooked. I've had better branzino. The bone-in strip and tomahawk were as expected. I really enjoyed the sides, which were roasted brussels sprouts, cream spinach and whipped potatoes with parmesan crumble. I'm not a carrot cake eater, but this one was good with its finishing drizzle.
I recently dined at Blu On the Hudson in Weehawken, which offers a stunning view of Manhattan. I had the Wagyu Skirt Steak, and it was one of the best and tastiest steaks I've ever had. The combination of the delicious food and service made for an unforgettable experience.
Came to celebrate a wedding anniversary here. The place is by the water and is very chiqué for the area. They don't have parking but there are some parking options nearby. The décor is beautiful. There was a fire place by the entrance and a DJ throwing beats on the weekend. Service was pretty good as well. Their drinks were cool. I got a little pot that came with a tasty blue liquid and a lot of dry ice. It was very cool. Also a nice place to see and be seen. The crowd reminded me more of the NY crowd than what we normally see on our side of the pond. Food was pretty good too. Every dish was either on point or good. I didn't have any complaints other than my main course which was a bit disappointing. It was a steak that came with bone marrow butter - which was good... but the steak itself was very ordinary and a bit over cooked. Overall, very nice place for an after hour hangout, drinks are interesting, food is descent and price tag is on the higher side.
I've dined at Blu about three times and can still see myself coming for more - the tried and tested, and the new items. That's testament to the trust I have in the quality and taste of the food served. The drinks are impressive as well. Put them on the Michelin Guide or just give them a star, if they don't already have one. They deserve totally it! In the realm of appetizers, over my three visits I've tried the following: Basque Style Shrimp (5/5) - the shrimp comes basted in a velvety, rich tomato sauce, and with the nice crusty toast points to scoop up the fabulous sauce, this dish is an absolute delight! Octopus (5/5) - perfect cook on the Octopus and the accompaniments on the plate do full justice to the dish. Nothing to fault. This is one to savor. Next, all their pastas are executed to perfection. This includes their spicy and tangy Lobster Fra Diavalo (5/5) the luscious and deep flavored Cacio E Pepe (5/5) and the Vodka Sauce Gnocchi (5/5). The pastas are cooked al dente and the sauces are so well bodied. I cannot pick a favorite, maybe I'll just have them all. Under the sushi category, their Lincoln Harbor Roll and Blu Sushi roll, are both impressive and adorned with quality fish (5/5). You cannot leave Blu on the Hudson without desserts. They're all executed to perfection as well. Tiramisu (5/5) - its presentation and table-side animation is very enjoyable, and the taste is magnificent. Better than most places!! Got this two of the three times I visited. Chocolate Smores (5/5) - if you want yourself something chocolatey, this one is for you. I love every element and for the flavor and factor of enjoyability it presents, maybe it deserves a more attractive name. I know my friends wanted to pass on this because of what it was called, but once they tried it, they were all converted. Quality chocolatey experience! Carrot Cake (4/5): this one comes with some table-side animation too. The carrot cake itself is great, but the coconut flakes is a bit much for me and comes in the way of most bites. Still great, if you're able to get past the heavy handed coconut flakes engulfing this beautiful piece of pastry. Writing this review made me hungry again. Blu does not disappoint!
I was so eager to try Blu and was thrilled when my boyfriend surprised me with a celebratory dinner there. We bypassed the valet by taking an Uber, but if we had driven, that service would have at least prevented us from having worry about finding parking. The restaurant was stunning! When you first entered the space, there was a large lounge area with a fireplace. Just beyond that, there were a variety of dining rooms with different vibes, as well as a large square-shaped bar that was completely full. Thankfully, we had a reservation, because the place was packed, and it assured our seating at one of the quieter tables away from the bar area. We first checked out the cocktail list, which had a tropical, mythical vibe, with each drink's description sounding like an inspirational poem. My selection, the Dragon Bluud, arrived in a smoking pitcher that looked like a dragon. The drink was bright blue and poured into a small sake cup. The zesty beverage consisted of cardamom-infused Kettle One Vodka, spiced pineapple syrup, lime, and ginger beer. It was very enjoyable. A sip of my boyfriend's Mixed Emotions provided a multi-layered punch of smoky tequila, sweetness from bloody orange and prickly pear, and peppery notes from basil. The vast food menu offered something for everyone, being not exclusively sushi-focused or meat-centric. I started with the Truffle Rainbow Naruto Roll as my appetizer. It consisted of a thinly sliced cucumber replacing seaweed and rice as the outer layer of the roll, which was filled with raw bluefin tuna, hamachi, salmon, and shiso leaf. The sliced discs were laying in a thin amount of truffle-lime sauce and were topped with regular and black sesame seeds for an added crunch. Unfortunately, I was not blown away by this dish. The fish was fresh, but there was not enough of it in the roll to really be impactful. The sauce was like a watery soy sauce with only the slightest hint of truffle. Overall, I found this to be rather bland and mild. My entree, on the other hand, was much better. The Branzino was served alongside a baby eggplant caponata salad with sprigs of fresh basil. The Mediterranean-style accoutrement was excellent, and I enjoyed the fish as well, though I thought it could have used some salt. I sampled a bite of my boyfriend's Whipped Potatoes and was in awe of how smooth and creamy they were. Lastly, for dessert, we ordered the Flourless Chocolate S'mores, which was so incredibly rich and sinfully delicious! Its gluten-free graham cracker base was topped with a dome of chocolate mousse and marshmallow, which was then further coated with a chocolate ganache. And as if that was not decadent enough, the entire plate was covered in burnt marshmallow, and there was also a scoop of salted fudge cream. It was heavenly! The trendy atmosphere, beautiful people, sexy cocktails, and flavorful food lived up to all of the hype that I had heard about the place. It was perfect for a classy, celebratory dinner, but would also be great for a night out at the bar. Just keep in mind that reservations are key!