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Blue Heron Steakhouse, Lexington, KY

Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
2123 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 17 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood 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
  • Area
    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 2,123 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

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  • 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!

2,123 Reviews
  1. Tangi

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 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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  2. Donnie

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 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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  3. Libby

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

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

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  4. Deana

    VIP

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    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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  5. Sally

    VIP

    Louisville

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  6. Sonia

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a neighborhood gem. We have started going there regularly and have enjoyed all our visits. Love eating there.

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  7. Mike

    Cincinnati

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were impeccable! Steak was absolutely amazing

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  8. Brandon

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere was great with a fireplace and home like feel. Porterhouse for 2 was a great choice. Plenty for two people!

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  9. Ethan

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. Never felt like we weren’t being waited on. Was an amazing place to eat at with great food

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  10. Jennifer

    Cleveland

    59 reviews

    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always!! The best reason to come to Lexington❤️ Foods was outstanding and service was wonderful🤗🥰

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Blue Heron Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 2123 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Blue Heron Steakhouse

185 Jefferson Street, Lexington, KY 40508

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Second Street
  • Area
    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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