Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak
Midtown-Times Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak when convenience, group flexibility, and a later Midtown dinner matter more than a destination tasting-menu experience. It works well for Penn Station or Madison Square Garden plans, especially with mixed appetites, but diners seeking a focused sushi counter should compare other Japanese options first.
About Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak
Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak is a New York City venue with daily hours and a smart casual dress code. It is open 11:30 AM–10 PM Monday through Friday and 12–10 PM Saturday and Sunday, which makes it a practical option to plan around when timing matters.
For the best experience, check current details directly with the venue, dress smart casual, and use the posted hours when deciding whether it fits your plans.
Plan it for a New York City meal with clear hours
The most reliable planning detail is the schedule. Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak is open from 11:30 AM to 10 PM on weekdays and from 12 PM to 10 PM on weekends. Those hours give visitors a clear window for planning without relying on assumptions about service style, menu format, pricing, or awards.
For a broader scan before committing, use New York City restaurants guide.
Who should choose it, and who should skip it
Choose it if the essentials are enough for your plan: New York City location, smart casual dress, and daily hours through 10 PM. Skip it if you need details such as exact pricing, a particular dining format, dietary accommodations, or award credentials.
If the visit is part of a wider New York City itinerary, the New York City bars guide and New York City hotels guide can help with planning around it.
Planning details
- Location
- PENN 1, New York, NY 10119
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- blueribbonsushiandsteak.com
- Phone
- +13479290404
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak pairs two distinct New York dining traditions — the precision of sushi counters and the ceremony of steakhouses — under one roof in Midtown. The writing emphasizes a refined, sourcing-driven approach built over decades, so the room read feels assured and composed rather than flashy. The restaurant occupies a place in the city’s upper dining tier: it is polished and serious about ingredients, with the steady confidence of a long-established group. Late hours add a city-that-never-sleeps energy, so the overall impression is sophisticated and classic with an active, metropolitan pulse.
Best For
This is a dinner-forward address that works well for after-work meals and late-night plans. The profile highlights Blue Ribbon’s reputation for consistent sourcing across both fish and beef, making it a solid pick for business dinners and group dining when guests want high-quality ingredients without tasting-menu formality. The dual sushi-and-steak format suits mixed parties—some guests can focus on raw fish, others on premium cuts—while the Midtown location and extended hours make it convenient for commuters and late diners.
Ordering Tips
Treat the menu as two equal programs: consider sampling both the sushi side and the steak options to get a full sense of the kitchen’s commitments. The report underscores the restaurant’s disciplined supplier relationships, so asking servers about sourcing and availability is worthwhile. Because the concept is built around parallel commitments to fish and meat rather than a single tasting narrative, plan orders around sharing and cross-table selection so everyone can try highlights from both traditions. Note that the kitchen’s late hours may offer more flexible timing than traditional steakhouses.
Venue details
Ambiance
Moderate noise level with comfortable ambience rated 4.6, featuring central dining room, cocktail bar, and sushi counter.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- PENN 1, New York, NY 10119
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the group wants a faster, lower-commitment meal, choose Roberta's R Slice. If the night calls for a steakhouse-leaning room instead of a sushi-and-steak split, compare Butcher and Banker NYC.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Midtown and nearby New York City options
Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak is the better fit when the group needs a sit-down meal with both sushi and steak rather than a single-lane format. Roberta's R Slice is the easier value move for a fast, casual bite, while Tick Tock Diner is more useful when speed and broad diner comfort matter more than occasion value.
For a fuller dinner mood, compare it with The Dynamo Room and Butcher and Banker NYC. Those are stronger cross-shops if the group is leaning steakhouse or room atmosphere first. Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak wins when seafood and steak both need to stay on the table.
Patiala is the better call for a more cuisine-specific Midtown meal. Choose Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak when booking ease and mixed preferences are the problem to solve; choose Patiala when the group already wants Indian food and does not need the steak-and-sushi split.
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Compare Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak | New York City | No published awards |
| Roberta’s R Slice | New York City | No published awards |
| The Dynamo Room | New York City | No published awards |
| Patiala | New York City | No published awards |
| Tick Tock Diner | New York City | No published awards |
| Butcher and Banker NYC | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak?
What is Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak known for?
Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak is a New York City venue with smart casual dress and daily hours.
Where is Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak located?
Blue Ribbon Sushi & Steak is located in New York City.
