My husband and I made a last-minute trip to Blue (downtown) on a Saturday; no problems getting same-day reservation for 6:30. They validate parking (in building garage) or there is valet. I recommend checking out the web site in advance; it's very good, with prices and full descriptions of menu. We each ordered the pear/walnut/arugula salad and shared a cheese... more

The Blue Restaurant provides a memorable, upscale and sophisticated dining experience in the heart of uptown Charlotte. In addition to great food, the restaurant features live Jazz entertainment. A companion and I dined at the restaurant in late December 2008. I would describe the menu as International Mediterranean. Our entrees were delicious and prepared to perfection according to our specifications.... more

very nice food, good atmoshpere. more

good martinis more

Felt in love with it. Ordered fish and they carved every bone in front of you, then placed the vegies on the plate to serve you. Live music too. more

Great food but a little to "see and be seen" for my liking. more

We went during charlotte restaurant week, prefixe $30 for 3 courses. Very tasty. I think the server thought (at first) that we were just some kids out because it was (relatively) cheap and we didn't actually know anything about food- HA! Tasty, although some of the balance of flavors was a little off. Good wine list. Small beer selection. They... more

Great music and interesting fare! more

Solid upscale Pan-Mediterranean food. Great bar. more