Restaurant Black & Blue
Kalverdriehoek, Amsterdam
Restaurant in Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Restaurant Black & Blue is a neighbourhood dining room on Reguliersdwarsstraat in Amsterdam's Centrum, open evenings daily and weekend lunchtimes. makes it hard to assess value or cuisine angle, so it's best suited to walk-in explorers or locals already familiar with the address. For a clearer booking experience, nearby alternatives include 4850 (wine bar) and A Tavola (Italian).
About Restaurant Black & Blue
Restaurant Black & Blue is in Amsterdam. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to 11 PM, Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 11 PM. The dress code is smart casual. If you are comparing options in Amsterdam, keep Restaurant Black & Blue on the shortlist when its hours and smart-casual tone fit your plans, compare it with other dining rooms in the city for menu detail and availability.
The Room and First Impression
Plan around the hours and smart-casual dress code, check directly with the venue before visiting if you need specific seating arrangements, accessibility details, or confirmation for a larger party. For broader Amsterdam planning, comparison points include Cannibale Royale Handboogstraat, Dynasty, Lion Noir, Reguliersdwarsstraat 38, The Supper Club, other dining in Amsterdam.
Multi-Visit Strategy
A multi-visit plan should stay flexible. A first visit can be used to understand the current offering, the room, the service style directly from the restaurant. If you return, compare the experience across different days or times: Monday through Thursday evening visits fit the 4 PM to 11 PM schedule, while Friday through Sunday allow a broader window from 12 PM to 11 PM. Diners building an Amsterdam itinerary can pair Restaurant Black & Blue with another comparable venue such as Cannibale Royale Handboogstraat, Dynasty, Lion Noir, Reguliersdwarsstraat 38, or The Supper Club, depending on availability and the kind of visit they want.
Planning details
- Location
- Reguliersdwarsstraat 32, 1017 BM Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- restaurantblackandblue.nl
- Phone
- +31202184554
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Restaurant Black & Blue leans into a restrained, classic steakhouse mood with a dark, masculine palette and tables carved out by pools of light. The low-key exterior on Reguliersdwarsstraat reads as a deliberate contrast to the louder nightlife nearby; inside, the room narrows attention to the plate and the conversation. It channels an older European dining logic—serious about grilled proteins and long evenings—while still feeling of-the-moment on an Amsterdam street that favors theatrical lighting and a cosmopolitan after-work crowd. The overall effect is intimate, focused and quietly scenic along the canal.
Best For
This is foremost an evening destination: after-work groups, dates and celebratory dinners find a comfortable home here. The restaurant’s strength is in long, table-centered meals rather than quick counter sequences or multi-course tasting rituals; diners come to linger over grilled proteins and conversation. Its canal-side location and low-key exterior attract a cosmopolitan, local crowd who favor relaxed evenings out. If you’re planning a dinner to stretch into the night—whether a date night, small group dinner or special occasion—Black & Blue is pitched for that kind of unhurried evening.
Ordering Tips
Menus at Black & Blue emphasize grilled proteins; signature items to consider are the 160-grams Fillet and the Burgers called out in the venue notes. Given the restaurant’s focus on a long evening around a table, order with time in mind and expect to pace your meal rather than rush through courses. Stick to the central-protein offerings if you want the clearest expression of the kitchen’s intent—the room’s design and lighting are built to make the plate the focal point.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed and warm with attractive decor, providing a laid-back atmosphere suitable for intimate dinners or friendly gatherings.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- 160-grams Fillet
- Burgers
Planning details
Location
Reguliersdwarsstraat 32, 1017 BM Amsterdam, Netherlands · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Dynasty, Notable alternative
- Cannibale Royale Handboogstraat, Notable alternative
- Lion Noir, Notable alternative
- Reguliersdwarsstraat 38, Notable alternative
- The Supper Club, Dutch Modern, Dutch Modern
Restaurant context
Against its Reguliersdwarsstraat neighbours, Black & Blue competes primarily on convenience and location rather than documented pedigree. Lion Noir and Cannibale Royale Handboogstraat both offer clearer menu profiles and are easier to research in advance, making them safer bets for first-time visitors to Amsterdam. Dynasty provides a more formal dining experience if you're willing to move slightly farther from the Reguliersdwarsstraat hub. Reguliersdwarsstraat 38 is another option on the same block, though it shares Black & Blue's challenge of sparse public documentation.
For value-conscious diners, A-Fusion (€, Asian) offers transparent pricing and a well-trafficked reputation, while The Supper Club (Dutch Modern) delivers a more theatrical, concept-driven evening if you prefer experience design over straightforward dining. Black & Blue's lack of published booking method or dress code suggests a walk-in-friendly, casual approach, useful if you're already in Centrum and looking for a spontaneous table, less so if you're planning a landmark meal from abroad.
In short: book Dynasty or Lion Noir if you want certainty; try Black & Blue if you're exploring the street on foot and the menu in the window appeals. For a curated view of Amsterdam's dining scene, consult our full Amsterdam restaurants guide, which maps price tiers, cuisine styles, booking difficulty across the city.
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Compare Restaurant Black & Blue
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Black & Blue | Amsterdam | ; | No published awards |
| Dynasty | Amsterdam | ; | No published awards |
| Cannibale Royale Handboogstraat | Amsterdam | ; | No published awards |
| Lion Noir | Amsterdam | ; | No published awards |
| Reguliersdwarsstraat 38 | Amsterdam | ; | No published awards |
| The Supper Club | Amsterdam | Dutch Modern | 2002 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #43 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an earlier or evening visit better at Restaurant Black & Blue?
Restaurant Black & Blue is open Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to 11 PM, Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 11 PM. Evening visits are possible every day, while earlier visits are available from Friday through Sunday. Choose the timing that best fits your Amsterdam plans, confirm directly with the venue if you need details beyond the published hours.
What should I wear to Restaurant Black & Blue?
The dress code is smart casual. A neat, polished outfit is the safest choice: relaxed enough for a city restaurant, but more considered than very casual clothing.
What should I order at Restaurant Black & Blue?
Ask the staff what is currently available and what they recommend when you arrive.
What should a first-timer know about Restaurant Black & Blue?
Restaurant Black & Blue is in Amsterdam. The hours are Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to 11 PM, Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 11 PM, the dress code is smart casual. Check directly with the venue for planning details such as menu, prices, seating capacity, booking policy.
