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Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Danny Meyer's Blue Smoke serves mouthwatering authentic pit barbecue using prime meats, fowl and fish, accompanied by farm-fresh seasonal vegetable side dishes and soulful home-style cakes and pies.
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77 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 77 reviews
5 stars
(26)
4 stars
(34)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(38)
- great for lunch(33)
- neighborhood gem(31)
- fit for foodies(27)
- kid-friendly(25)
- vibrant bar scene(18)
Blue Smoke Battery Park City Reviews List
Review 1 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Been here many times, service was atrocious. Waited almost 60 minutes for our main ( 2 salads).. if the wait staff asks you if you need to get out quickly, always answer YES!"
Dined on 4/26/2013
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Review 2 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good BBQ
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is always good & staff always friendly."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, but...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a celebration of a significant birthday, and the restaurant ran out of brisket. Going for brisket on his birthday was the reason our honoree booked Blue Smoke. How does a barbecue restaurant run out of brisket on a Saturday night - seriously?
The staff was apologetic, but no special accommodation was offered. The food we did have was pretty good, but given that we had indicated that this was a significant birthday ahead of time, I wish they would have offered something to offset the fact the desired special meal was unavailable."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food.... Acceptable service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went here for my bday. The food was amazing, the service... Less so. They were very slow and appetizers came out at different times, which is awkward when 6 people are trying to eat 1 ap at a time. It was also getting cold as we were sat by the open wall,most of the staff was great about closing the wall, but one waitress began arguing with the other waitress right next to our table. Again not a good feeling. I should mention our reservation was for 8:45 pm and we were seated promptly. however, as it was after the dinner rush, there wasn't much excuse for the weak service. All in all we will definitely be going back because the amazing ness of the food outweighs the less than great service."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Burger!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The burger and fries were fantastic!
Plan to return soon."
Plan to return soon."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 6 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful as always. Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful as always. Excellent wait staff!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The Uptown location is much
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Uptown location is much better. I felt very rushed. Every second they were clearing the table and taking the dishes away. Felt like if i didn't eat quick they would take my food. I also didn't care for purchasing a large order of ribs, and it didn't come with any sides. Not even corn bread."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Boys We celebrated
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Birthday Boys
We celebrated my husband's birthday on Saturday afternoon and we had our 3-year old great grandson (and other children) along. He loved (we did too) the cookie with sprinkles that he "baked." Great idea. Our server was terrific and she was also helpful with making selections.
We also love the uptown Bluesmoke and go there sometimes for dinner.
Thanks,
Joan"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best ribs in town!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've finally found my go-to rib joint!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wouldn't Go Anywhere Else
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I cannot say enough good things about Blue Smoke. I'm a devotee. The food is incredible, and though they are famous for brisket, pulled pork and other standards of a barbecue menu, I'm personally obsessed with their vegetable burger, which is the best I've ever had. I have introduced many of my friends and colleagues to this delicious burger and now they all go there for just this treat. It's moist, tasty, unique and consistently wonderful.
The service is unsurpassed. On my last visit, which was my second in two days, the restaurant manager as well as the general manager came over to introduce themselves and thank me for my patronage. Not in a pretentious, stuffy way; just genuinely happy for my business. Amazing."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good but not Great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a nice change from the noisy Blue Smoke further uptown. They took our reservation earlier since we were there earlier and seated in a timely manner. Food was ok - ribs were a bit dry and the special seafood dish lacked seasoning and was tepid. Service was very nice except that they kept forgetting to bring things we asked for.
Very family oriented. If you are looking for a hopping bar scene, this is probably not the place but ok experience overall."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 12 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rare Gem For Parents With Toddlers
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for those with toddlers. This is one of the rare restaurants in the neighborhood with a changing station and the highchairs are the perfect size so your little one will not wobble around. The staff was excellent with their service; it didn't feel like we were being served by one waiter - everyone seemed to have pitched in. The self-decorated cookie for kids was a really nice touch. Thank you and keep up the good work."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2004
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 14 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
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Review 15 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Chicken special we had was amazing. Staff very attentive. We will be back!!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Saturday Lunch is kids day....
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great restaurant for BBQ with a good menu selection and good staff. Lunch on Satuday is a busy affair for families. This can make it a bit noisy but a seat at the bar keeps you out of the way and able to talk to your lunch buddy."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I thought everything about
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I thought everything about the restaurant was first rate. The waiters were terrific. Food came out in reasonable time. The food was incredible. I just had a pulled pork sandwich but it was terrific and not even greasy! Highlky recommended."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed a fun night out
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed a fun night out at Blue Smoke. The location was great for us as we were staying around the corner and the atmosphere was relaxed and casual - just what we were looking for with two teenagers in tow! The restaurant is very modern and fun - our only complaint is the piped in music was too loud which made it hard to talk across our circular table for 6. The food was very good - great comfort food for a chilly night out."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 19 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good experience. No fried
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good experience. No fried chicken at lunch unfortunately. But lots of other good stuff to choose from."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 20 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I really loved the menu choices.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I really loved the menu choices. A lot of comfort foods that take you back to home."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Little gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellant service and ribs to die for!!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EXCELLENT food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"EXCELLENT food and service in every respect. Wonderful Restaurant Week lunch."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service was excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service was excellent. My friend and I ordered off of the Restaurant Week menu. She enjoyed the steak, which was cooked perfectly. I had the chicken, which was, also, cooked perfectly. I want to go back to try other foods that were on the menu. The restaurant was comfortable, clean, and not too noisy (perfect for conversation)."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yum yum!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for lunch in restaurant week very good food. Was busy with city workers but service was fast and friendly. Would recommend for a delicious and filling lunch!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 25 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Veggie Burger Ever
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I frequent this restaurant and basically insist that people meet me here for business lunches! It's the absolute best and I am obsessed with the veggie burgers. People usually take convincing, because they think of Blue Smoke as the place for amazing ribs--which it is. But it's the veggie burger that has me coming back every time.
Superb, friendly service. Always."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
terrific restaurant week lunch.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"terrific restaurant week lunch. delicious food (and plentiful), great service."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was great if you like
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great if you like bbq. The staff was very friendly."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our lunch on Saturdy was wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our lunch on Saturdy was wonderful and the noise level was bearable. We have eaten here in the evening and the noise is deafening. The food is always great!!"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2003
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blue Smoke Battery Park City
Based on the average of (49) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
11 out of 14 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic