Black+Blue is a polished steak, seafood, sushi and cocktail restaurant at 130 King St W, Toronto, ON M5X 2A2, in downtown Toronto’s Financial District. Part of the Glowbal Restaurant Group, this two-storey, 9,000-square-foot dining room combines premium beef—including Japanese A5 Wagyu, certified Kobe and Himalayan salt-aged cuts—with raw-bar seafood, sushi and a serious wine-and-cocktail program. Travelers come for celebratory dinners, business lunches, weekend brunch and a late-night table a short walk from Union Station and the city’s major theatres.
What to Expect at Black+Blue
The experience is intentionally theatrical without losing its Financial District polish. Black+Blue’s two levels create distinct moods, while its 2,000-square-foot outdoor Garden Section patio adds a sheltered open-air option downtown. The menu’s central proposition is beef: choose from dry-aged steaks matured in a Himalayan salt environment, Japanese A5 Wagyu and certified Kobe, then pair them with seafood, sushi or a bottle from the wine list. The kitchen also offers lunch, brunch and prix-fixe formats alongside dinner service.
Come with an appetite for range rather than a single-course steakhouse meal. The raw and sushi selections give a lighter opening to a rich meal, and the cocktail bar suits an aperitif before dinner or a polished after-work stop. One menu example, the seared bluefin tuna Niçoise, brings together green beans, fingerling potatoes, niçoise olives, cherry tomatoes, baby gem lettuce, soft-boiled egg, crispy shallots and mustard vinaigrette. It is a useful counterpoint to the restaurant’s deeply beef-focused identity.
- Japanese A5 Wagyu: A premium Japanese beef option for diners looking beyond a conventional Canadian steakhouse order.
- Certified Kobe beef: One of the restaurant’s headline luxury cuts, best reserved for an occasion-led dinner.
- Himalayan salt-aged beef: Dry-aged steaks form the core of the meat program and give Black+Blue its steakhouse credentials.
- Seafood and sushi: Raw-bar and sushi choices make it practical for mixed groups where not everyone wants steak.
- Garden Section patio: The enclosed, roughly 2,000-square-foot patio offers a distinct setting for drinks, lunch and dinner downtown.
Black+Blue at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 130 King St W, Toronto, ON M5X 2A2, Canada |
| Neighborhood / Area | Financial District, downtown Toronto |
| Operating Hours | Mon–Fri 11:30am–12am; Sat–Sun 11am–12am. Confirm kitchen and patio hours when booking. |
| Admission / Price Range | No admission; $$$$ fine-dining restaurant. Pricing varies by cut, seafood, sushi and drinks. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1.5 to 2.5 hours for dinner; about 60 to 90 minutes for lunch or brunch. |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | King Station and St. Andrew Station are both within an easy downtown walk; Union Station is about 10 minutes on foot. Paid Financial District garages are nearby. |
| Official Website & Phone | Black+Blue Toronto · +1 647-368-8283 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Reserve ahead for Thursday and Friday dinners, weekend brunch, business-heavy lunch periods and patio tables; use the restaurant’s official reservation page. Earlier dinner seatings are the calmest choice, while later reservations suit diners who want cocktails and a livelier room. Smart casual attire fits comfortably: there is no need for formalwear, but this is more polished than a casual pub. Tell the team about dietary needs when reserving, particularly when choosing sushi, seafood or a multi-course dinner.
For transit, walk south from King Station on Line 1 or northeast from St. Andrew Station; Union Station is useful for GO Transit, UP Express and rail arrivals. Drivers should plan for paid garages rather than street parking in this dense office district. The restaurant occupies two storeys, so guests using a wheelchair or arriving with a stroller should flag mobility needs with reservations and request the most convenient table location. Pair a meal with the Fairmont Royal York, roughly five minutes south, or stroll to the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada in about 15 minutes. The Toronto-Dominion Centre and its public Mies van der Rohe-designed plazas are also close by.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Black+Blue Toronto’s hours, and when is the best time to visit?
Black+Blue opens at 11:30am Monday through Friday and 11am on Saturday and Sunday, with the venue listed until midnight daily. Book an early weekday lunch or an early dinner for the smoothest pace; prime dinner and weekend brunch slots fill fastest.
How expensive is Black+Blue, and do I need a reservation?
This is a $$$$ restaurant, with spend shaped heavily by premium Wagyu, Kobe, dry-aged steak, seafood and wine choices. Reservations are strongly recommended for evenings, weekends, celebrations and the Garden Section patio; book directly through the official reservation page.
How long should I allow for dinner at Black+Blue?
Allow 1.5 to 2.5 hours for a full steak, seafood or sushi dinner with cocktails and dessert. A business lunch, prix-fixe meal or weekend brunch can usually fit into 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the table’s pace.
Is Black+Blue suitable for wheelchair users, families and special occasions?
The broad menu makes Black+Blue workable for mixed groups, including families with older children and guests who prefer seafood or sushi to steak. Its two-storey layout makes advance communication important for wheelchair users or strollers; request seating guidance when booking. The upscale setting, premium cuts and cocktail program make it particularly well suited to birthdays, date nights and client dinners.
When planning your Toronto travel guide or comparing verified restaurants and event venue in Toronto, pair this stop with standout local spots including Piano Piano Restaurant, Park Hyatt Toronto, Montgomery's Inn, and Canoe (0.2 km away).
