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Blue Heron Steakhouse, Lexington, KY

Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
2128 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem


The Blue Heron Steakhouse is located in the thriving historic Jefferson Street corridor. We offer an excellent menu with steakhouse classics and modern Southern fare with specialties such as fresh oysters, the finest cuts of beef, shrimp and grits and more. Our restaurant started as a hand-crafted cocktail bar and consumer demand made it obvious that we needed to expand to a full-service kitchen. The Blue Heron is situated in a renovated home with exposed brick, a beautiful, locally crafted chandelier, a roaring two-sided fireplace in the colder months. Locally owned and loaded with character, The Blue Heron is a perfect setting for an intimate date, an evening with friends or simply a casual dinner while watching the game.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (859) 254-2491
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Billy Oakley
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Cross street
    Second Street
  • Parking details
    The Blue Heron has a private parking lot right beside the restaurant. There is also ample on street parking in the area.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Lexington

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Heron Steakhouse in Lexington offers a consistently delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests praise the "amazing crab cakes" and "perfectly cooked steaks." The cozy atmosphere, enhanced by a "welcoming fireplace," makes it ideal for special occasions. Expect friendly, attentive staff and an outstanding selection of wines and cocktails. Highly recommended!

2,128 Reviews
  1. Turnell

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiences at Blue Heron. Service and food was good! I wish I had room for dessert 😊

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  2. Gina

    VIP

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter was a little rude when I asked if you have anything non-alcoholic. Also, every other high end restaurant in Lexington has a variety of non-alcoholic options. This is something I would recommend you try to add to your beverage menu.

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  3. Marty

    VIP

    Louisville

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service (as always). A real neighborhood gem of a restaurant!

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  4. Mary

    Atlanta

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect birthday dinner. Finally a place in Lexington with excellent food and beautiful ambiance. We could actually have a conversation. The filet was like butter. David was a suburb wait staff. We definitely will be going back.

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  5. Tangi

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing meal for my birthday. Carlo, our server, was so polite, informative and attentive. We’ve never had such an amazing server. The food was top notch. Tried the thick cut bacon appetizer and it was delicious. We’ve always gotten the porterhouse for two and it did not disappoint. Just a great overall experience.

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  6. Donnie

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the best place I’ve been in several years. I highly recommend it to anyone.

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  7. Libby

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent!!! Great Restaurant- I highly recommend it.

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  8. Robert

    VIP

    Louisville

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there, total experience was phenomenal. Got there early, ordered great cocktail from Alicia at her suggestion. She was spot-on with food recommendations, too. Luger-style Porterhouse…perfection. Sides complemented everything well, excellent portions. Creamed spinach and mashed potatoes (chunkier, which was great!), burgundy mushrooms stood out. And Hannah was an amazing server. Ambience relaxing and low-key, exactly what we wanted. Will definitely come again.

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  9. Deana

    VIP

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great experience at Blue Heron! I had the fish special--it was blackened red fish and it was excellent. My husband had the steak burger, which was also excellent. Carlos was our server and he was delightful.

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  10. Sally

    VIP

    Louisville

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Blue Heron is always great food and great service!

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Blue Heron Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 2128 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Blue Heron Steakhouse

185 Jefferson Street, Lexington, KY 40508

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second Street
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Blue Heron has a private parking lot right beside the restaurant. There is also ample on street parking in the area.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Billy Oakley
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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