BLUE MEZZE BAR

Located in New York, New York

Address: 1480 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10075, United States

Phone: +1 646-346-6161

Rating: 4.7

Services

Outdoor seating
Kerbside pickup
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Fast service
Fireplace
Great dessert
Live music
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Halal food
Happy-hour drinks
Happy-hour food
Healthy options
Late-night food
Organic dishes
Salad bar
Small plates
Spirits
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Seating
Bar on site
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilets
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Lunch reservations recommended
Reservations required
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Free of charge street parking
Parking
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed outside

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Review 1 (2024-12-26 - Rating: 5)
Sat for Christmas dinner and did not disappoint! Live saxophone 🎷 complimented the entire night. The food was incredible, the portion sizes were perfect to satisfy my stomach and taste buds ✨10/10 will be returning!Great for a night out with family/friends/date.

Review 2 (2024-11-02 - Rating: 5)
Went there for a Birthday celebration dinner. My friends and I like to order family style this way we all get to try more dishes..Absolutely everything right down to the sparkling water was great 😁.Our waitress was the best!

Review 3 (2024-12-28 - Rating: 5)
We came in for food at a non-standard time, like 4pm, and everything was great. The $28.95 Prix fixe had a lot of great options, was filling, and delicious. The best cocktail we tried was the one about Istanbul.

Review 4 (2024-12-15 - Rating: 4)
Solid greek spot! We had the avocado feta dip (8/10), the cigar feta rolls (8/10), the filet mignon tomato burrata (8/10), the lobster tail (7/10), the lamb chops (7/10) and the chocolate dream for dessert (8/10). Nice vibes and good service. There’s definitely better greek food in the city but by no means is this not a good spot.

Review 5 (2024-08-07 - Rating: 5)
Pleasantly surprised - to say the least - with this cosy little spot.First of all, hats off to our amazing and super sweet server Adrianna 👏👏👏. We came in on a heavy raining night and she made us feel like home.To the food now, we had the avocado feta (with spinach) spread which was superb. It’s the first time trying that combination as a whole.For the main we had the truffle theory burger (pic) which was extremely light all around. Patty cooked exactly to our liking…All ingredients fresh and the signature sauce gave the extra kick!And to the highlight…dessert : Milk Baklava.OMG.Don’t ask. Just order. Thank me later.

Review 6 (2024-07-25 - Rating: 4)
No live jazz but nice clean upscale ambiance. Attentive service. My burger was a bit dry but I did ask for medium well after watching a food poisoning documentary.

Review 7 (2024-11-07 - Rating: 5)
Ill admit the drinks were expensive ($13 for a virgin mojito, bruh) but it was really niceThe lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the eggplant roll was amazing.The creme brulee was also lovely

Review 8 (2024-09-25 - Rating: 5)
Amazing service by Yasin! I am visiting from LA and was welcomed so nicely by our server. Great dip selection. Nice seats outside. Will come back when I return to NYC!

Review 9 (2024-05-10 - Rating: 5)
This restaurant is a Gem in UES.I loved all the food, drinks !Please keep some space for dessert, this was absolutely delicious.Just the host didn’t find my reservation. I think this could be improved easily.Edit : I came back - please take care of the dog that barked all night in the restaurant. This decrease a bit the overall satisfaction.

Review 10 (2023-05-16 - Rating: 5)
The food is really good, anything you order you won’t be disappointed. The hummus, delicious, falafel is also really good! I’ve eating brunch here also and the brunch is great! The outdoor patio is amazing to sit out on. They have really cute signs and places to take pictures on the inside. Also, the staff is really nice. Definitely a must try restaurant on the Upper East Side!

Review 11 (2024-09-09 - Rating: 5)
I had an amazing experience at the bar, thanks to Elias, the bartender. From the start, he was incredibly friendly and crafted our drinks with care and attention to detail. He checked in at just the right moments to make sure we were enjoying everything and see if we wanted more. The drinks were simply fantastic! On top of that, Elias was charming and made the night even more enjoyable. Highly recommend! Can’t wait to hangout there again!

Review 12 (2024-10-27 - Rating: 5)
Excellent and friendly service! Beautiful ambience. They had live music serenading us! They had outstanding brunch - the truffle fries are absolutely worth ordering! They were also very accommodating to hosting us with our dog in their covered patio. Definitely worth coming here!!

Review 13 (2024-04-18 - Rating: 5)
The salmon was perfectly cooked, would honestly come back just for this! A bit pricey at almost $39 for the filet, but it was a huge piece and two people split both the salmon and pasta. The truffle fettuccine was super yummy as well! Also had a bourbon smash ($15) that was surprisingly refreshing! Would come and eat here again.

Review 14 (2023-09-26 - Rating: 4)
Restaurant with a nice atmosphere with very good selection of foods (variety of dishes) very nice lunch menu with an attractive price point. Was $25 for four course meal. The food was very good. Ingredients were fresh. So for this price point, it’s a good bargain in New York.

Review 15 (2024-08-11 - Rating: 5)
The food was great! Went there for brunch. Service was excellent.. love the place!

Review 16 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
I had their truffle burger and it was DELICIOUS. Highly recommend getting their truffle mayo fries as well! This owner also gave us some complimentary baklava… YOU NEED TO TRY IT! Best I have ever had! Amazing service and great environment with tasty drinks! Will definitely be back!

Review 17 (2023-11-12 - Rating: 4)
Bartender is great. We had falafel app and an entry. It was the 4 piece beef with bread, salad and tomatoes. It was almost $40, but looks like an appetizer portion. It was a nice time but could’ve been more reasonable price for the entree..

Review 18 (2024-10-15 - Rating: 5)
Great service and food! Would go back soon!

Review 19 (2024-12-23 - Rating: 4)
No bread or olives or any kind of amuse bouche before meal. My daughter’s tuna was dry and overdone. Everything else was acceptable, but hardly worth the money.

Review 20 (2024-08-17 - Rating: 5)
SUCH a great vibe! Went there after work with a co-worker and it was perfect atmosphere. The manager Nur greeted us and was super friendly and the staff overall was very kind, attentive and professional. The pita platter was phenomenal and the wine list is great!

Review 21 (2024-11-04 - Rating: 5)
Yesterday after running in the marathon I wanted to go to a place with a good atmosphere to spend a nice time with friends and I was surprised with the incredible place, the delicious food and the attention was what impressed me the most, Josner was the best of the afternoon, his kindness and charisma, always on top of everything. I will be back soon

Review 22 (2024-04-06 - Rating: 4)
Good quality foodAppetizers came out kn timeDinner too long to be servedServer though always smiling and greatExpensive

Review 23 (2024-12-10 - Rating: 5)
We had girlfriends brunch here. Food delicious. We enjoyed saxophone music. Service was great.Girls loved mezze trio and eggs benedict. I loved shakshuka. Want to come back to explore more from the menu!

Review 24 (2024-07-11 - Rating: 5)
First of all, I must say that, as someone who immensely enjoys experiencing different cuisines from around the world, I take the greatest pleasure in eating food from my own familiar culture. The venue, the lighting details on the tables, the interior ventilation system, the hospitality, and the tradition of offering complimentary items make this place one of the top choices in the area. Then come the portions, presentation, and taste. It could be the best octopus Ive ever had in my life, although I was a bit hesitant after watching My Octopus Teacher recently. However, its taste was like delight, so tender. The olive oil was extremely high quality. We drank rakı but didnt feel heavy at all. Andrea took care of us. I think she might be the friendliest face of the place. Im looking forward to the days when I can visit again and again. Thank you.

Review 25 (2024-09-13 - Rating: 5)
I had an amazing dinner experience with my friends. Our server, Yasin, was incredibly helpful and friendly as we tried to figure out what to eat! We started with a few appetizers and drinks before the main feast, and everything was absolutely delicious. Yasin frequently checked on us to make sure we were enjoying ourselves and asked if we needed anything. Its a 10 outta 10! Cant wait to go there again.

Review 26 (2023-08-20 - Rating: 5)
Ali and oksana were amazing!! Welcoming, friendly, and attentive.It’s my friends and I first time here and I loved itThe falafel platter was amazing!!Music was great, food was delicious, drinks were so goodIf you’re a tourist(me) or a New Yorker, do yourself a huge favor and make a reservation here you will not be disappointed

Review 27 (2023-09-16 - Rating: 5)
We had a holiday dinner party at The Blue Mezze Bar last night. We were a large group of 16 people. They set up the patio just for us and it was so beautiful and festive! We ordered the Taste of the Blue Menu which was amazing! We got so much food! Such a huge variety and everything was so delicious! They made adjustments to the menu upon our request so everyone could enjoy the feast.Service was incredible- waiters were very attentive and did everything to make us comfortable and enjoy our party.We will be back!

Review 28 (2024-10-30 - Rating: 5)
YASIN is that guy at the Blue!! Truly enjoy this neighborhood restaurant; been a couple times for dinner and brunch with friends and everytime the recommendations and our orders are superb! Thank you to Yasin for his courtesy service always!!

Review 29 (2024-11-02 - Rating: 5)
Had an amazing dinner with my Fiancé, our Server, Josner, was beyond helpful and attentive. All recommendations were excellent, it’s a 5 outta 5. we will definitely come back.

Review 30 (2024-11-12 - Rating: 5)
Blue Meze is widely regarded as one of the top dining establishments in the city. A visit to the Upper East Side to experience this exceptional restaurant is highly recommended. The cuisine is exquisite, the ambiance is delightful, and the service provided by the esteemed Feidonas is truly unparalleled. Be sure to seek him out for a complimentary tequila shot during your visit.

Review 31 (2024-08-31 - Rating: 5)
Blue Mezze was great! The dips were amazing and had a few unique options like the honey roasted eggplant (SO good)! Meat platters was good too - meat was perfectly cooked. Great for group sharing.

Review 32 (2024-11-01 - Rating: 5)
Everything was excellent. The mezze trio, the scallops, the lobster tail with corn puree and the branzino were all off the hook! Yasin was our waiter and he was super attentive.

Review 33 (2024-08-24 - Rating: 5)
Oksana was an amazing attentive server the food was light delicious. I can with my friend we ordered the watermelon salad, crab soup and chicken with eggplant and sides. Everything was amazing ! 10/10

Review 34 (2024-08-31 - Rating: 5)
Great spot for a group!! The food was delicious and our server was so sweet. You have to get the dips - the honey roasted eggplant was my fave!

Review 35 (2021-08-07 - Rating: 5)
Had a delicious spritz cocktail & tried 3 of the mezze apps and all were very good. Love the decor and the outdoor seating area

Review 36 (2024-09-05 - Rating: 5)
The food quality and taste was great! Great service!

Review 37 (2024-02-16 - Rating: 5)
Best espresso martini . Pleasant atmosphere . I was very sad that meat carpaccio was removed from the menu. I really want to see him back.

Review 38 (2024-11-09 - Rating: 4)
Dips were delicious, but meat not, maybe Mediterranean place not the best one to get meet, truffle burger was just okOutside sitting is good

Review 39 (2024-11-02 - Rating: 5)
I had such a great experience at this place, the food was great and the server was Friendly and on point. Thank you Joasner for your great service 😍

Review 40 (2024-11-04 - Rating: 5)
I had a wonderful time enjoying the food and ambiance. My date and I would like to thank Josner, who took excellent care of us.

Review 41 (2023-10-23 - Rating: 5)
We went there for brunch. My friend got the Mezze egg Benedict, I got the Truffe Theory Burger. The food was delicious. We got served by Nehir, she was so nice and helpful. Well be back with more friends for sure

Review 42 (2024-08-01 - Rating: 5)
Andriana is a most efficient, friendly, helpful waitress. She is bubbly, energetic and reliable. Ashe engaged in interesting, meaningful conversation with us. She is an asset to your restaurant.

Review 43 (2024-10-13 - Rating: 5)
Great quality food! We had a great brunch. Thank you Daniela, it was delicious!

Review 44 (2023-05-18 - Rating: 5)
Came here for a work happy hour and truly enjoyed my time. Our server Yigit helped us choose the best meze options that pair well with the traditional drink Raki. Octopus, calamari, artichoke were among my favorites — all light and fresh. Will definitely be back!

Review 45 (2024-06-22 - Rating: 5)
This was my first visit to the Blue and upon arrival Oksana was so very welcoming and kind. I was immediately seated and within a few minutes my drink arrived and it was lovely. The ambiance was perfect for a warm Saturday afternoon. My meal was prepared with care and Oksana made it a point to check in and make sure that I had everything I needed. The food was great the service was excellent and I look forward to dining again soon.

Review 46 (2022-06-26 - Rating: 5)
Went for dinner and sat outdoor. Very good food and the staff was very friendly. Reasonable price too!

Review 47 (2024-09-07 - Rating: 5)
Authentic mediterran cuisine, very nice and caring employees. We had Cocktails which are not on the Menu - the bartender is very familiar with classic Cocktails. We enjoyedr time! Cok tessekküler!

Review 48 (2024-07-02 - Rating: 4)
Here for lunch specials! They have prefix lunch 4 courses. Great vibes and great value!Will totally come back.

Review 49 (2024-10-30 - Rating: 5)
The food was so tasty and well prepared. Loved the grilled food and cocktails were strong and delicious. Yasin’s recommendations were spot on. Great spot.

Review 50 (2023-09-23 - Rating: 5)
İt was my first time in this place and that was a amazing experience. Bartender (his name is Levent) prepared a his signature coctail which is a creative drink with turkish alcohol raki. Its not in menu but they should put in menu!! Thanks for this wonderful night!

Review 51 (2023-02-18 - Rating: 5)
The brunch was amazing! We came to celebrate a friends engagement and they were so accommodating, live music, and they even gave us our own private section! Kevin our waiter was the best!

Review 52 (2024-09-25 - Rating: 5)
Cozy spot in UES! My go to spot when craving for mediterranean food. Yasim was very friendly and welcoming, we enjoyed his service! The dips and meat platter were delicious and best baklava I have ever tried. Will be back soon!

Review 53 (2024-09-10 - Rating: 5)
Andriana was an amazing server. She recommended the most delicious meal for my family. I wish I could give her 10 stars!

Review 54 (2024-09-10 - Rating: 5)
Delicious and cozy greek restaurant on the UES. great location and excellent service. Great for a date night or to go out with some friends. Would definitely recommend !

Review 55 (2023-01-10 - Rating: 5)
Levent is my favorite bartender in the city and my favorite spot, Blue Mezze Bar! He’s very attentive and his timing is always on point. I enjoy his company and makes the best cocktail🙏🏽

Review 56 (2024-12-26 - Rating: 5)
I had my birthday dinner here and it was amazing. Everyone at Blue Mezze was so kind and hospitable. The food was delicious, overall the vibes were immaculate. Would give more than 5 stars if I could!

Review 57 (2024-02-01 - Rating: 5)
Food was delicious.Recommend the Red Lentil Soup, Zucchini Pancakes, Grilled Mediterranean Chicken in the lunch special 4 course deal.Our server was very friendly and made sure we were taken care of.Highly recommend and cannot wait to be back to try more of their dishes.

Review 58 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Juan was an amazing server! The food, service & atmosphere was truly an experience! Will def be coming back

Review 59 (2023-09-13 - Rating: 5)
Pet friendly restaurant and their service was quite attentive. The new octopus on the menu was the star of the night i definitely recommend it.

Review 60 (2024-10-11 - Rating: 5)
Beautiful fresh menu. Great price. Oksana took such a great care of us.

Review 61 (2024-08-10 - Rating: 4)
Great spot, bottomless drinks were amazing. Fun vibes, live DJ! Good for big groups

Review 62 (2024-11-25 - Rating: 5)
What a wonderful brunch. Great food and jazz music and a friendly staff

Review 63 (2024-02-12 - Rating: 5)
Went there for brunch while just walking by. Must say, will definitely be back. Great quality off food and service.My daughter had the Nutella pancakes which were delicious! Had the hot falafel platter which tasted so fresh. The staff was great. Really attentive. Highly recommend.

Review 64 (2024-01-23 - Rating: 5)
I came in town to visit my mother and we decided to eat lunch here by happenstance. Andrea, our server, is super accommodating with my mothers disability/Walker and also very kind. The food is amazing and I highly recommend the baclava

Review 65 (2023-12-19 - Rating: 5)
Went there for a birthday party and we were a party of about 20 people and got the space outside in the sidewalk which was very nicely decorated, cozy and heated and nicely lit, felt like our own private party as we were not mixed with any other guests which was great. The service was great, the menu was very nice and once the dishes came out ever hung was very tasty. I ordered an avocado and spinach feta salad which was absolutely delicious with the garlic olive oil and lemon splash, it was refreshing and I loved the texture since it was more of a dip but I love that as you can see from the picture alongside some bread which was also delicious and fresh and dipped into that and then we also had babaganush and I opted not to order it thinking of how it tastes store bought and this was far from it with great texture and taste and smoked paprika to add a new subtle smoky taste which was a very nice touch. I also order a lamb kebab to go which was a nice portion and tender and very tasty and juicy, highly recommend all these dishes. I would definitely go back there again to try other dishes and they also had a great choice of wines and other cocktails. It would be lovely to go there for a nice evening out for delicious food.

Review 66 (2024-08-31 - Rating: 5)
Our waiter was amazing and the food and service were perfection. One dish was better than the next!!!

Review 67 (2024-09-12 - Rating: 5)
One of the best dining experiences I have had this Fall. The food, service, and patio was perfect.

Review 68 (2024-03-21 - Rating: 5)
Excellent food and fun atmosphere. Came here with some friends and had an amazing time. Staff were very friendly and accommodating, food tasted fresh and flavorful. Reasonably priced. Highly recommend!

Review 69 (2023-02-12 - Rating: 5)
Amazing food and service! The avocado feta spread is out of this world!! Ali and Yagmur are amazing!!! Professional and cordial

Review 70 (2023-08-22 - Rating: 4)
The good thing is they have brunch till 4 pm on weekends, the bad thing is its only brunch! Not lunch! We ordered a burger and avocado toast. The burger was fine but the Avocado toast was bland at best! It didnt even have salt I feel. I didnt finish mine!I am not sure if I will go back again. Probably! Their Turkish foods should be better as it seems that its their specialty.

Review 71 (2024-08-02 - Rating: 5)
Went for restaurant week - highly recommended. The food was great and the atmosphere was absolutely wonderful.

Review 72 (2024-01-13 - Rating: 5)
Stopped in on Christmas day. Wonderful atmosphere, food, and service!

Review 73 (2024-02-02 - Rating: 4)
The food was delicious!.. esp the appetizer plattter , which was a generous size and the seafood linguini was amazing!.. the mixed grill however was ok. Good experience over all.

Review 74 (2024-10-07 - Rating: 5)
Had a really wonderful meal here. Greek salads was great, but the grilled chicken (rarely an inspiring choice, but I wanted something light) was inspired. The chicken was moist and delicious and sitting on a bed of eggplant and cheese mousse that I couldn’t get enough of. I literally scrapped the plate clean before finishing the dish. Juan the waiter was also very friendly and helpful. Will be back. A great neighborhood option, particularly for one looking for a change from the many neighborhood Italian places.

Review 75 (2024-03-30 - Rating: 5)
Everything was delicious! Loved the eggplant, the pesto, the hummus, the calamari, all the salads were amazing! The desserts were so good!! Thanks for a wonderful time 😌

Review 76 (2023-04-04 - Rating: 5)
One of the best restaurant that I have ever been in NYC . Owner and all the staff are very professional and friendlyHighly recommended

Review 77 (2024-03-07 - Rating: 4)
A good experience overall. I got the salmon and mashed potatoes, which was really good, along with the old fashioned. Compared to the garbage Mediterranean restaurant nearby called Ali Baba Mediterranean & Turkish Cuisine, this place was amazing.

Review 78 (2023-03-21 - Rating: 5)
Say yes to The Blue Mezze Bar. Ali the waiter was an absolute delight. I would go back again tomorrow ❤️ The falafel was delish.

Review 79 (2024-02-19 - Rating: 5)
This place has the best bottomless brunch. I got the Steak and Eggs and could not recommend enough. Our server Andrea was incredibly sweet, attentive and personable, fantastic brunch spot

Review 80 (2024-02-01 - Rating: 5)
We were celebrating a 60th birthday. We were greeted as if we were family and treated that way the entire evening. The service was on point as were the cocktails and meals. Loved the lighted tables and the entire decor. A wonderful experience that we will be sure to want to have again and again.

Review 81 (2024-08-07 - Rating: 5)
The food was pefect. I had the calameri and the Burger. I ate at the bar and the bartender was extrmely friendly!

Review 82 (2024-06-25 - Rating: 5)
The food here is absolutely amazing. The server was attentive and on point. Will definitely return, and often.

Review 83 (2024-10-25 - Rating: 5)
I had an amazing dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious, with a menu full of flavorful and well prepared dishes. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, creating the perfect setting to enjoy a meal. Our server, Josner, was exceptional, attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. It truly made the evening feel special. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for great food, a lovely environment.

Review 84 (2023-12-19 - Rating: 5)
The lamb was cooked to perfection. Delicious small plates and starters. Great atmosphere, service was on point. Whether a date night, or small gathering with friends, check this place out. Looking forward to dining here again next time Im in the area.

Review 85 (2024-06-09 - Rating: 5)
Adam was wonderful! Very knowledgeable about the menu, attentive, helpful, and such a great attitude!!! We will definitely be back, Adam thank you for such a fun brunch!!

Review 86 (2024-08-24 - Rating: 5)
Adriana was well organized, efficient and delightful. I would recommend this restaurant to friends.

Review 87 (2024-07-29 - Rating: 5)
Met my friend for lunch and had an amazing Greek salad with grilled salmon! Highly recommend!

Review 88 (2024-08-31 - Rating: 5)
Food and drinks were delicious! Highly recommend!!

Review 89 (2023-02-27 - Rating: 5)
I had my birthday brunch at The Blue Mezze Bar and it was such a wonderful experience. Our waiter, Wigit, was such a fantastic guy - he was patient, understanding, and quick to make adjustments. The food came out really quickly and the entire atmosphere was lovely. At the end of the night, the restaurant host checked in to see how my brunch was, and I appreciated the restaurants willingness to accommodate my large party. Highly recommend coming here for any occasion or brunch/dinner! Wonderful people work here and they make the entire environment so welcoming.

Review 90 (2024-11-22 - Rating: 4)
Good service and a quaint atmosphere. The flood wasn’t quite up to par, though. Stopped for lunch today, and it was just ok. The oysters were tasty but not quite the level of quality I would expect for their price point. And I was pretty disappointed by the lamb chops. They were not properly prepared, contained a lot of fat, and the fish could have used some serious accents/a change in “sides” with such a succulent meat; though, as mentioned, the lamb chops weren’t really very good anyway.Definitely a try only once kind of place.

Review 91 (2024-02-17 - Rating: 5)
The food was absolutely delicious! The service staff very polite and efficient and the ambiance was very elegant and comfortable at the same time. Will definitely come back again!

Review 92 (2023-05-22 - Rating: 5)
This is my go to place. I usually sit at bar and Levent is the best of the best ! He makes great cocktails and super friendly!!

Review 93 (2024-11-02 - Rating: 5)
We had a great time here! Josner was our server, and he was friendly and attentive. The food was fantastic, and the place had a nice atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit if you want good food and great service!

Review 94 (2024-09-09 - Rating: 5)
Everything about this restaurant is great. You wont be disappointed.

Review 95 (2023-06-05 - Rating: 5)
5 stars for amazing service by Katalina! Food wasn’t the best but the service and care we received made up for it. Steak was great, I’d pass on the truffle pasta as it was watery and I’d also pass on the saganaki which was hard.

Review 96 (2023-01-21 - Rating: 5)
Had such a great dinner here! They had live music which really sets the vibe! We were absolutely OBSESSED with the food, so many good appetizers! We loved the dips, the octopus, the calamari!! Everything was spectacular! The entrees were amazing as well, got the seafood pasta and branzino and both were flavorful and so good! We plan on coming back for brunch because they have a really fun brunch! Cant wait to be back.

Review 97 (2023-09-13 - Rating: 5)
One of the best Turkish places in the city. Food is incredible and service is very clean & friendly.We had the lentil soup, babaganoush, tzatziki, artichoke, calamari and octopus and everything was super tasty.Big thanks to Ali for his service tonight!

Review 98 (2024-11-09 - Rating: 5)
Wonderful lobster tail!

Review 99 (2023-04-08 - Rating: 5)
Food was excellent, service was top notch, and they had live music!

Review 100 (2023-03-31 - Rating: 5)
Ali is amazing!! He has such great energy and transfers it to us too. I love the food and the experience overall here, but I just have to shout out Ali. He truest is like no other waiter and I look forward to coming back to see him!!

Review 101 (2023-04-09 - Rating: 5)
Happened upon this restaurant in our old neighborhood tonight and we love it. The food was delicious and the service excellent. Ali our waiter was attentive and kind and fun throughout our meal. The outdoor patio is warm and incredibly charming. We’ll definitely be back.

Review 102 (2023-07-30 - Rating: 5)
Great addition to Second Ave on the upper east side! A great Mediterranean spot specializing in Turkish (and Greek) dishes and a very nice drink menu. Yedi was a great server. I’ve here a few times already and I have always had a great time.

Review 103 (2024-10-25 - Rating: 5)
Amazing restaurant. I came here all the way from Los Angeles after seeing reviews. Josner the server was very attentive and recommended great drinks and foods options. Make sure to order the baklava. It was delicious.

Review 104 (2024-07-13 - Rating: 5)
Highly recommend this UES Restaurant! Delicious food & great service! ✨

Review 105 (2023-07-09 - Rating: 4)
Ali gave us great service, he had had his smile at all time! The food and the meze was amazing. The washrooms were not clean and they did not have the AC on. Thankfully the windows and doors were open and we got a bit of a breeze.

Review 106 (2023-11-02 - Rating: 5)
I only write reviews if I had a truly exceptional experience and my experience at The Blue Mezze Bar is no different. Arguably the most delicious food on the UES. Hands down! My sister and I had the dinner menu special and every course we ate was fresh and delicious. The cheese stuffed meatballs, fresh bread, baklava and watermelon salad were to die for!We also really loved the decor, lighting and atmosphere of the restaurant! Our server Josh and the rest of The Blue Mezze Bar team treated us with exceptional hospitality and we couldnt be happier we found our new go to spot close to your apartment. Thank you so much!

Review 107 (2023-04-24 - Rating: 4)
Went for early dinner, made a reservation and got seated immediately. The place was nice, clean, and neat. The staff were friendly, they gave recommendations when asked and the service was great. The food was good, I ordered lamb shish kebab and I loved it. We were a party of three and we had two rounds of the pita bread. The complimentary bread was so good, and warm. I loved my rose mocktail margarita - although it tasted like lemonade. Overall rating= satisfied, stomach was full and happy. Too bad we didnt get to taste the kunefe.

Review 108 (2022-07-29 - Rating: 4)
Overall, this was a great spot and I’ll happily go back. The food was great and the service was excellent. I’d really give it a 4.5 but I just think the portions were a bit small for the price, and although the cocktails were great I thought the wine list could’ve been better.

Review 109 (2024-06-10 - Rating: 5)
This was our third time at Blue Mezze. Service was spectacular. Wait staff was gracious, accommodating and quick.

Review 110 (2023-07-23 - Rating: 5)
This place was wonderful. They food was amazing and so were the drinks. Service was efficient and respectful. I would most definitely come back here and it’s great for a date or even family night! Fun drinks ;)

Review 111 (2024-12-12 - Rating: 5)
Amazing service, yasin was amazing. He was the best server I have had in a really long time.

Review 112 (2023-07-21 - Rating: 4)
The mezze sampler (artichokes, Muhammara, avocado feta spread) was vibrant and flavorful. The interior was stylish, definitely one of the nicest ones in the immediate vicinity. Be aware of the 3% credit card surcharge. You may not see it if you don’t scroll down to the end of the QR code menu.

Review 113 (2023-09-24 - Rating: 5)
I had a great date night experience here and the food is absolutely excellent! oksana was our waitress and she was fast and friendly! Will definitely be coming back - especially for the amazing pre fix dinner menu and brunch!

Review 114 (2024-11-02 - Rating: 5)
Oksana was amazing, great service and great food!

Review 115 (2023-05-25 - Rating: 5)
Ali was an amazing host once again! Had a great time with my high school friend here at Blue Mezze. We got the 3 mezze appetizer and the spicy feta was delicious. I will definitely be coming back.

Review 116 (2023-01-19 - Rating: 5)
Perfect food! Great and nice employees! Most popular place in Manhattan

Review 117 (2023-01-29 - Rating: 5)
Last minute Saturday night dinner and made a rez about 30 minutes in advance. Seated right when we got there! Food was great, but the restaurant was SO LOUD we couldnt even hear the waitress when she brought us a free drink. There was a live guitarist, interspersed with a belly dancer - both interacting with the diners on and off, so be advised if that isnt your thing.

Review 118 (2024-08-18 - Rating: 5)
I love this place so much! Been here more than three times and they never disappoint. The vibes are good and the food is amazing. They have gluten free options that are safe for celiac. Their bottomless brunch option is amazing! This place is so great and I will definitely be returning!

Review 119 (2024-03-08 - Rating: 5)
Elegant decor, good food, solid cocktails, good music and vibe. Highly recommend.

Review 120 (2023-03-18 - Rating: 5)
Such a great spot in the neighborhood! The mezze was great and the service was even better! We had Ali and he was nothing short of wonderful! The outside seating was so charmingly set up and a great ambience. Will definitely be back!

Review 121 (2023-03-19 - Rating: 5)
Ali is genuinely one of the best waiters I’ve ever had. He brought us ample bread, paid very close attention to our party of 9 all night long, regardless of how busy the restaurant was. Highly recommend!!!

Review 122 (2023-02-19 - Rating: 5)
Ali made sure we ordered the best menu items and made our dinner experience special. Highly recommend the scallops app, spicy feta dip, chicken kabob and salmon and artichoke entree. Ask for Ali for a special evening. ♥️

Review 123 (2023-03-15 - Rating: 5)
Delicious post work dinner at Blue! Great vegetarian options and excellent service from Ali, our waiter. Really extensive drinks menu with unique cocktails. Will definitely be back!

Review 124 (2023-05-23 - Rating: 4)
Perfect place for a girls night out! Drinks were delicious, as was the wine. Small plates were the way to go, a neighborhood gem 100%. Make sure you sit in Yigit’s section, he is a delight!

Review 125 (2024-11-03 - Rating: 5)
Great vibe and the food is excellent. Ask for Josner as your server. Incredible guy and absolutely made the evening !

Review 126 (2024-10-09 - Rating: 5)
The food was great! Lots of veggie options also. Our server Andrea was also really sweet! We’ll definitely be back )

Review 127 (2023-05-20 - Rating: 5)
Gorgeous and delicious food! Patio is delightful. We were served by Yigt, who was a star! Kept checking on us regularly, we always had pita, and gave great recommendations. We’ll be back for sure!

Review 128 (2023-05-08 - Rating: 4)
A very lively place for delicious mezze Friday date night. The restaurant was packed inside and out, so we ended up staying at the bar the whole night. We enjoyed the drinks and the broad menu of appetizers, and enjoyed hearing the live jazz, well the one man playing saxophone. This place is hustling soK think theres room to figurd out more attentive service. Bartender and Owner are fine and lovely folks to know, well be back.

Review 129 (2023-05-10 - Rating: 4)
Ali was amazing! Lovely decor. Sat inside but they gave a wonderful outdoor area. I got the avocado salmon salad and it was delicious!

Review 130 (2024-10-30 - Rating: 5)
Our waitress Adriana made the evening wonderful. Her big smile made us feel welcome!

Review 131 (2023-05-21 - Rating: 5)
Incredible atmosphere, outstanding food. We had the best “Turkish Night”. Our waiter, Ali Bey, went above and beyond with helping us. The service was extraordinary. Thank you Ali Bey!

Review 132 (2022-06-05 - Rating: 4)
Great food, and very good service too.No complaints on that front.HOWEVER- on the bill, there is a gratuity already added. This is fine, no issue there. When we went to pay, they asked for another tip on their payment platform, with this tip percentage being impacted by the gratuity already added- when asked, the first time they said a tip isnt included, but when showed the bill, they did backpedal. Just an FYI. Will still come here again, but this is a shady way of charging customers and feels dishonest at best.

Review 133 (2024-05-15 - Rating: 5)
The look of the restaurant is incredible! Also the foods were delicious 🤤 also thank you for the good service

Review 134 (2023-05-21 - Rating: 5)
It was a great meal and great atmosphere. Cold and hot mezes were exceptional. As a Turkish native definetely an authentic Turkish restaurant. Our server Ali was very helpful with food and drink decision!!!

Review 135 (2023-04-25 - Rating: 5)
We were seated side by side which is necessary for hearing impaired. Modern motif pleasant and comfortable. Began with blood orange martini and rose margarita for wife. Wonderful warm pita to compliment babagenoush and tahini both excellent. Our server Ali recommended octopus and zucchini pancakes both excellent. Between the vibe. The drinks the food and the friendly attentive service we rate this 5 stars. Should be an UES staple

Review 136 (2024-08-19 - Rating: 5)
We had such a great time at Blue Mezze Bar, and Elias, the bartender, was a huge part of it! He made incredible cocktails and was super friendly and chill. The whole vibe was perfect, thanks to him. Definitely coming back for more drinks and good time 😉

Review 137 (2024-11-02 - Rating: 5)
Our server Josner was amazing all his recommendations were really good I’m definitely coming back, thank you so much for the hospitality

Review 138 (2023-02-18 - Rating: 5)
It was an amazing experience, cold appetizers were so fresh and friendly, helpfull staff, are server Yiğit, and buser Yasin did an amazing job, thanks for everything guys, definitely we will come back to try more! Branzino was also amazing and juicy, server Ali also absolutely amazing with his interest to our table. WONDERFULL STAFF!!

Review 139 (2024-10-15 - Rating: 4)
This is an absolute gem of a spot. Chill ambience. The food is well crafted & curated. The falafel is fabulous, there is a super refreshing watermelon and tomato salad, the branzino is savory, the burger is great, and the wine list is great too.

Review 140 (2023-03-25 - Rating: 5)
Blue Mezze has a really calm but lively vibe. The waiters are attentive and proficient. The drinks are delicious. Great spot for a dinner date or catching up with family. Awesome music as well.

Review 141 (2023-03-19 - Rating: 5)
I sat at the bar. The bartender Levent was amazing - incredibly warm and welcoming. His drinks were incredible and he brought them to us fast and they were ice cold. The calamari, hummus, and tzatziki were amazing. Will definitely be back!

Review 142 (2023-05-23 - Rating: 5)
Some of the best Mediterranean food I’ve ever had! The service was exceptional and the atmosphere is so beautiful and unique. Yigit was so helpful and sweet to us! I would recommend this place to anyone!

Review 143 (2023-06-23 - Rating: 5)
Excellent food!! Oksana was an exceptional host!

Review 144 (2024-09-19 - Rating: 5)
Yasin was our server and provided impeccable service. Was very attentive, gave great suggestions and all over the options were delicious. Would definitely recommend and come back!

Review 145 (2023-01-12 - Rating: 5)
This place is truly amazing. I think we had almost every appetizer here and loved them all. Our waiter Ali was super nice and helpfull. I highly recommend!

Review 146 (2024-10-26 - Rating: 5)
Beautiful aesthetic restaurant. Clean friendly. Superb food and drinks.

Review 147 (2024-09-07 - Rating: 5)
It was perfect as always, thanks to Daniela who was really nice !

Review 148 (2021-09-01 - Rating: 4)
Worth the Price! Best Turkish Cuisine in NYC! Phenomenal Decor and Staff. Very Clean, Friendly and Attentive. I was Just invited by the New Chef .. Tommy .. Looking Forward to His Masterful Art and Delicious Michelin Style.

Review 149 (2024-11-07 - Rating: 4)
Last week, I had a wonderful lunch at Blue Mezze Bar. The prix-fixe lunch special included four courses for $28.95. The portions were generous, and the service was excellent. My co-workers and I particularly enjoyed the Greek Salad, Hummus, and our entrée, the Grilled Mediterranean Chicken served with a creamy smoky eggplant mozzarella puree and Café de Paris sauce. Our dessert - COLD BAKLAVA with milk, chocolate, and pistachio was not overly sweet.Can wait to go back. Next time, Ill have the SEARED SCALLOPS which we saw at another customers table and looked delicious.

Review 150 (2023-03-12 - Rating: 5)
Very good food and service. Yigit was our server and he was very nice and did an excellent job. I especially liked the oysters and the mushroom saganski. Cocktails were excellent as well. Will be back again!

Review 151 (2024-07-31 - Rating: 5)
Loved the food and atmosphere! The staff was very kind and accommodating as well- my husband and I were craving Shakshuka in the late afternoon past the brunch time and they went out of their way to make sure we have it! The waiter made sure we had our bread basket full with fresh and warm pita.

Review 152 (2024-09-19 - Rating: 5)
Nailed it! Food was delicious. The decor was so inviting and beautiful to look at. Girls night was allll night at this place. Make sure you try the chocolate sponge cake!

Review 153 (2023-03-04 - Rating: 5)
This restaurant is one of my favorites on the Upper East Side, and is a must if you are in Manhattan. On Fridays, they have a live saxophonist and he is a great musician. Super romantic atmosphere for a date. Definitely get the banaganoush.

Review 154 (2024-10-28 - Rating: 5)
Super great appetizers and great service! Definitely recommend the baba ganoush and any appetizer!

Review 155 (2024-11-03 - Rating: 5)
Josner was absolutely amazing. So attentive, so aware, and on top of everyone’s needs.

Review 156 (2023-09-13 - Rating: 5)
Amazing food and atmosphere! We loved the octopus and all the mezzes, perfect place for a rakı night.Our waiter Ali was amazing!

Review 157 (2023-09-21 - Rating: 5)
Great happy hour and service! Definitely recommend their margaritas! Ali was the best server, so attentive and considerate. I will be back!!

Review 158 (2023-07-28 - Rating: 5)
Incredible service! oksana and ali were wonderful and made sure we had the best time :) highly recommend this restaurant if you’re in the upper east side!

Review 159 (2023-04-09 - Rating: 5)
I had a great time at Blue Mezze Bar where I celebrated my 30th birthday. Yigit was our server and was so patient with our large group. Live music was a great plus and last but not least, food was AMAZING - it took me right back to Greece.

Review 160 (2024-10-09 - Rating: 5)
We had a wonderful time! Adam in particular was spectacular - we will be back as regulars here.

Review 161 (2023-06-12 - Rating: 5)
Ali is one of the best waiters I have had in a long time!! Service was incredible and food was delicious. 10/10 would definitely recommend.

Review 162 (2024-08-14 - Rating: 5)
We went here for a chill after work dinner. Was absolutely amazing, also would recommend it for date nights! Also your waiter Yasin was absolutely wonderful and really sweet! Definitely will come back

Review 163 (2023-05-08 - Rating: 5)
We were a large group. Very accommodating staff. The food was simply outstanding. Nothing was even close to bad. Would love to try take out.