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Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.7 (2422)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
185 Jefferson Street, Lexington, KY 40508

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Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.7
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Lexington

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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, 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

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Reviews

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4.7

4.7
(2422)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Heron Steakhouse offers a "great dining experience" with "incredible food and service." Patrons rave about perfectly cooked steaks, delicious crab cakes, and a cozy atmosphere. The attentive staff enhances the experience, with servers often praised as "knowledgeable and friendly." A must-visit for special occasions or a delightful meal in Lexington.
2,422 Reviews
  1. Daryl

    Fort Lauderdale14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent steak and side dishes; could cut the filet with a fork; great service in a low key atmosphere; great place for conversation

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  2. Andrew

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blue Heron is always a great dining experience! Great atmosphere and incredible food and service. Highly recommend!!

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  3. Mike

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner as usual here. My wife and I love to stop by if we’re heading through the Lexington area.

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  4. Joshua

    Cincinnati4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was okay. Wine was very good. But not worth the BIG bill whatsoever

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  5. Kory

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience all the way around. Our server was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, and the food exceeded expectations. Can’t wait to go again!

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  6. Bobby

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience at Blue Heron! The steaks were cooked to perfection, and everything was absolutely delicious. The service was outstanding from start to finish they were attentive, friendly, and truly made the experience special. It’s always great when the food and service are equally impressive. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend Blue Heron to anyone looking for a great dining experience!

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  7. Louie Gold

    Kent8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My server was fantastic. The food was amazing as always such a great spot.

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  8. Jennifer Gold

    Louisville4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 15, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always consistent. Great steak. Great salads. Menus are looking worn and stained. Time for reprints. Love BH tho. From knowing there’s parking help to hoping we can sit in our spot, we love it.

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  9. Brian

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience from start to finish, will be back again and soon

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  10. Inge

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding menu. Outstanding food. Outstanding service.

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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

FAQs

Portions at Blue Heron are generous, guests frequently describe large, hearty servings and shareable dishes, with several noting steaks and sides big enough for leftovers.

Sunday evenings are a lovely choice, guests report enjoying a relaxed, highly enjoyable dinner experience on Sunday nights.

Yes, Blue Heron Steakhouse is well suited to date night, with an intimate, cozy setting in a renovated home and many guests celebrating anniversaries and special evenings there.

Yes, Blue Heron offers outdoor seating: guests have been seated on the porch/deck and the restaurant also has a garden patio that visitors enjoy.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, nothing formal expected; come as you are and enjoy the meal.

Blue Heron Steakhouse tends to be busiest on Saturday nights, while early dinner times are often fairly empty and very quiet, a great choice if you want conversation.

Blue Heron Steakhouse feels cozy and intimate in a renovated historic home, with exposed brick, wood beams, a locally crafted chandelier and a roaring two-sided fireplace, ideal for date nights or small celebrations.

Yes, reviewers describe Blue Heron as welcoming for families, noting it’s a great spot for family meals and mentioning visits with children.

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Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.7
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Lexington

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
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