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The Blues Kitchen

Restaurant Bar American restaurant Bar and grill Cocktail bar Barbecue restaurant Live music venue Function room facility Karaoke bar Party planner Soul food restaurant Blues club

One of the Most Reviewed Bar and grills in London


Address

134-146 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3AR, United Kingdom

Website

www.theblueskitchen.com

Contact

+44 20 7729 7216

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (6.7K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 12 PM to 1 AM
  • Friday: 12 PM to 2:30 AM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 11:30 PM
  • Monday: 12 PM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (16) service (16) good (16) cocktails (14) atmosphere (14) live (12) music (11) Great (9) amazing (9) staff (9)
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  • 5/5 Mr. O. 2 years ago on Google
    The wings superb. I have to say one of the best burgers I've had. Big Boss Burger excellent. White chocolate and Ginger cheesecake moorish. Venue was great. The service was fantastic. Our server Mariana deserves a special mention, she made us feel welcome, good energy, had great knowledge and good recommendations for food and cocktails as me and my partner hadn't been there before. Great service all round. To top it off the live Blues band 👌🏾
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Where to E. 2 years ago on Google
    What an amazing place with some amazing food! Must visit especially during a live show, one of the best places in London by far! I ordered the Buttermilk Fried Chicken which was so tender and tasty My friends ordered the vegan burger and a vegetarian salad which were also pretty good! We also got some Hot Spinach for an appetizer, I was so surprised from the amazing taste and texture of the spinach crisps and the dipping sauce was also very good. It's a must to order this if you want something new and different. As i previously said this is one of my favorite spots in London with some great atmosphere, great and fast service and amazing food! Will be visiting a lot more often from now on.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rosana E. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good service, good and atmosphere. Love how the interior is very contemporary but rustic. A bit like Tom Dixon vibes. We were seated on a. I’ve table and ordered the lunch menu offer with the main course and drinks deal. I had a delicious burger and we also had some chicken wings as a starter. Service was professional and the waiters always came to make sure were satisfied with service. One word of warning is that they have some system with splitting bills or payments, that need to be verified with the waiter with card machine. Otherwise this place is really nice casual lunch or dinner spot when you need to cheer up!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shirin M. 1 year ago on Google • 467 reviews
    Reservation is definitely recommended. The restaurant is beautiful, and the food was amazing. The staff were nice. Although the restaurant wasn't full, they seated us at the bar because we didn't have a reservation, which I wasn't sure about. Overall, the experience was good.

  • 5/5 Mark M. 2 months ago on Google • 120 reviews New
    This is one of my top places to eat in London. Food, service and atmosphere are incredible. We came in before the live music but had very quick service and the food came out so quick. The food itself was incredible and I did not want it to end. The bacon gravy is to die for and I wish I could take some home with me. The Oreo doughnuts are some of the best I've had. Will definitely be returning ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 fred M. 2 years ago on Google
    Live blues or jazz...welcoming very good. The food, cocktails and service are excellent and amazing. I will advise to book in advance. If you like meat then it's paradise and they do doggy bag for the rest of your plate. Recommended for dates, between friends or colleagues.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lauren C. 2 years ago on Google
    First time coming to this place and it was lovely. Had such a nice atmosphere in there. The staff were absolutely lovely. It was a busy Saturday afternoon, but despite this our food and drinks cake quickly. I ordered the sweet potato hash, and it was just lovely. For dessert I had the white chocolate and ginger cheesecake which was gorgeous. Overall, I lovely meal, though I will say the menu is very limited to either a few brunch items or burgers, so if you're looking for something with a bit more variety, this probably isn't the place to eat.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Louise L. 2 years ago on Google
    We were here on a Wednesday which was also conveniently £5 cocktails night. Bargain!Awesome, properly made cocktails and the deal is on all cocktails, not just a limited list (or at least it was on our visit). Bar staff know what they are doing (no printout cocktail recipes anywhere to be seen!!) and are super friendly. Great atmosphere and decor. Will definitely be back for the live music and food too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ketan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere! We had a dedicated waiter who served is whenever we needed. We wanted to remove absinthe from a cocktail that we had and he was kind enough go and ask the bartenders and they said that’s fine, we then ordered the same drinks and he remembered we did not want the absinthe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tanishtha K. 3 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    Great place for a live music gigs. Went on a Friday night so it was super packed. The band was lovely and the cocktails were quite good. Did not like the plastic glasses at all for the cocktails but can understand the rationale behind serving drinks in them. The place is divided into sections so you can either be at the bar, be seated in booths or dance to tunes near the live band. The decor is pleasant and the washrooms were clean as well given how crowded the place was.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay E. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and drinks! We had the bottomless brunch followed by various plates of delicious soul food. Steven was our exceptional waiter who kept us topped up and looked after us very well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Fine E. 5 months ago on Google
    Hidden gem for solo or group night out! The live music with the band is simply icing on the cake, very interactive and funny. The service is superb 👌🏾 despite being frequented by many, it does not take long to have the orders served.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alexandre T. 9 months ago on Google
    Service was amazing, the style and feeling inside is really cool. Look like an old bar with a cozy feeling even if it’s huge. Food was really good but be careful the buffalo chicken wings are very sour and destroyed my quite fragile stomach.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ENOLA R. 6 months ago on Google • 90 reviews
    A surprisingly spacious place with a great atmosphere! Live music and good food. Just that we had to wait a long time for the main course, but the manager was very friendly, that makes up for it. If you ask me if I would repeat I would say YES.

  • 5/5 Tony L. 4 months ago on Google • 85 reviews
    Had a great experience at The Blues Kitchen Shoreditch. The food was absolutely delicious, and I highly recommend trying out the Cajun popcorn squid, the shrimp/prawn sandwich with fries, and the Mac 'n' cheese - they were my favourites! Also the staff there were really friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. Plus, with such a great atmosphere, you're sure to have a fantastic time!

  • 3/5 Lina W. 1 month ago on Google • 57 reviews New
    Food is classic American and what you expect it to be. The cocktails were decent and the service friendly. It's quite pricey and the pint glasses were a bit filthy. Atmosphere is fun, especially for a friendly group dinner. Wouldn't come here for a date or special occasion

  • 5/5 Stephen J. 2 months ago on Google • 51 reviews New
    Spent the evening in a booth with friends. Super friendly table service. Great atmosphere. Large choice of cocktails and drinks. Limited bar food choices but all very good. Would definitely go back.

  • 5/5 Andreas S. 3 months ago on Google • 29 reviews New
    It is an amazing place, great service, excellent food, super cool live music, and an inviting atmosphere. The restaurant offers multiple options for seating incl dining inside a caravan. The staff at this place is super friendly and offers good explanations in case you have any questions. Def. worth a visit :)

  • 5/5 Paige M. 4 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    We booked for dinner & drinks a party of 4. We had such a lovely time the food was great, the cocktails were even better and served by a hunky guy not sure if that added to the theme but 10/10 from us! Each member of staff were so smiley and happy! Even at such stressful time for hospitality staff! The band were great, we had a mix of starters, dinner & 2 cocktails each and paid around £45 each which was great and so reasonable for the quality! Will defo be back

  • 5/5 Aleksandra Z. 4 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Absolutely fantastic! Food was ridiculously delicious! St. Louis ribs were phenomenal! Soft, tender, juicy! Cheesecake was the best ever as well as the cocktails - Lychee Martini, Strawberry and basil bramble! I highly recommend it to everyone!

  • 5/5 Laura K. 7 months ago on Google
    I am not a big fan of American food, hence I would have never chosen to come to this restaurant. Despite this the food has been very tasty. So as the gin I drank. The atmosphere is amazing, definitely another feeling as soon as you step in. The service was very quick and efficient. There was also a nice gesture towards our birthday girl and boy, which deserves an extra point.

  • 5/5 p0rcupine 4 months ago on Google
    Came here on a Wednesday for £6 cocktails and some live soul music. The vibes of this place was truly nice and really enjoyable. The drinks were also really good. Will definitely come back!

  • 5/5 Zack P. 4 months ago on Google
    Fantastic food and fantastic service. 2 visits with my family and both times we left very happy. The brisket sub, big boss burger and cheeseburger spring rolls come highly recommended! Delightful staff and a cool atmosphere in the place too.

  • 4/5 Mary. S F. 4 months ago on Google
    The only disappointing thing was the length of time we waited to be acknowledged and seated - hence 4 star rating. The food was absolutely tasty, and the rum punch was one of the best I've had before. Once seated, the waiters were so lovely. I would definitely go back.

  • 3/5 Katherine C. 1 year ago on Google
    I would have given 4 stars but I think the food was a let down. I visited with a group of friends on a Tuesday evening and the atmosphere was great and it was very busy inside. We were lucky to arrive and get seats because any later than 6:30 we would not have been able to be seated for food. Table service was great, didn't have to wait around to be served and the food came out fairly quickly. The bar is right in the centre of the restaurant with seating around it. Right at the back of the restaurant are the toilets and a designated outside smoking area. I ordered the Hot Smoked Rib Eye Steak. It was delicious but not filling and no sauce other than a tablespoon of 'slaw and pickles', though there was enough space for a ramekin of some sort. I expected some salad and sauce for £26.00. I will go back and try other dishes (and may change my review) as my friend's meals looked quite appetising.

  • 5/5 Elle M. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place. Great atmosphere. It’s a good place for a date night. It’s quite dark but has great music and vibes. They have live music most nights - every time I’ve been they’ve had live music. Nice staff and great cocktails. I love the spicy margarita. The cornbread is nice. Very sweet. The artichoke dip is AWESOME! Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 David E. 1 year ago on Google
    £10 for any (lunch) main and a soft drink! Great value! I met a friend here for lunch on a Tuesday at midday. There was a reasonably varied menu (largely burgers and sandwiches) and the value was excellent. The place was very quiet (maybe it gets busier later). Food came out extremely quickly. Would definitely recommend, especially for work lunches during the week.

  • 5/5 Cara C. 1 year ago on Google
    Met my partner here for the first time a few years ago. We always go back on our anniversary, and more. The burgers are banging, good milkshake, great portion, lovely cocktail, fabulous desserts (the fried oreo is addictive). Great service. I love the pork chops so much! They do live music too after certain hours on certain days I believe


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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