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Blue Heron Steakhouse, Lexington, KY

Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.8 (2204)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
185 Jefferson Street, Lexington, KY 40508

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2 people
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11:30 PM
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming


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, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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 2,204 people are saying

Blue Heron Steakhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Service

  • Central Kentucky

    Steakhouse

  • Lexington

    Best Overall

  • Lexington

    Best Food

  • Lexington

    Best Service

  • Lexington

    Best Ambiance

  • Lexington

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Heron Steakhouse offers a "cozy and inviting" atmosphere, perfect for both romantic dinners and gatherings. Guests rave about its "excellent service" and "amazing food," including standout dishes like the "best crab cake," "divine lamb," and "perfectly grilled filet." A true "Kentucky gem," Blue Heron earns high praise for its ambiance and impeccable dining experience.
2,204 Reviews
  1. Tami VIP

    Seattle8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an exceptional experience and the food was outstanding. Best steak in Lexington! Our server, Andrew was Johnny on the spot and Dominic the owner checked on us as well and took the time to get to know us. Smaller, intimate setting that was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. I can see this being a regular date night spot for us!

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  2. chris VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tom provided great service. Atmosphere was very relaxing and comfortable. The 40 oz tomahawk steak was good but not great as too much grizzle.

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  3. Reggie

    Nashville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great steak and excellent service. Would go back next time I’m in Lexington.

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  4. Kim

    Louisville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party of 5 was seated immediately. Carlo’s, our waiter staff brought water, drink menus, and highlighted menu items. He brought a nice array of breads and butter. Took our orders. He was very knowledgeable, professional, pleasant, and wanted us to enjoy our experience! He was great, meals and service were terrific. We will definitely return. This was our first time at Blue Heron and we will definitely do it again!

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  5. Chase VIP

    Caribbean16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Oysters were really small for $3 a piece. Fish special wasn’t the best.

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  6. nathaniel

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love going here. Mine and my wife's favorite steakhouse in town. Service is always excellent and food never disappoints.

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  7. Tara

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for a nice dinner out, great cocktails, good wine selection. We had the warm brie to start, I had the fried chicken and my guest had the halibut and everything tasted amazing. We had the apple crumble for dessert and it was fantastic. Excellent service as well.

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  8. Tom

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night. Hannah was excellent. It was our first time but we will be back.

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  9. Amy

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic dinner with Andrew as our server. We are a repeat visitor and will be back !

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  10. Lorne VIP

    Louisville7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bad experience with the parking lot attendent. Rude and obnoxious. Won’t let you park in the small parking lot with no reason. Spoke to the manager and he made it right. Save yourself the trouble and just park on the street.

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185 Jefferson Street, Lexington, KY 40508

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second Street
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Daily 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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