Blair's on Hudson

My main reason to go to this place was the impossible burger, which is a veggie burger that simulates meat extremely well. I enjoyed that. It's a cozy neighborhood bar. On the downside my date and I didn't like the use of paper plates and we felt cramped in the space. Other than the burger the food was not exceptional.

We've had many dishes here and Jack's over the years. We were regulars. This was our least exciting experience to date. The front of the house manager was snarky when we didn't have a reservation. (Yes, it was Valentine's day but while we were there 4 tables were never occupied.) There was only one server. She was good, very attentive. Our food took, what we deemed was an exceedingly long time, just shy of 30 min. A table that came in much later was nearly done when we got our meals. I'm not sure the addition of disposable plates is an improvement. Food: The Guinness filet is still excellent. Honestly, I order it for the grits! Kitchen noodles, this time w steak, was very filling and full of steak! Hon tea was also a new drink for me and it was quite tasty. I really hate posting this negative of a review. Ted is an excellent chef however the front of the house isn't run well. I miss Christie and her charisma!

Amazing food and drink options. We got 3 appetizers and 4 separate entrees as a group and everyone was very happy. The service was outstanding, both hostess and waiter (you’re the man, Elliot!). I read concerns about the difference between Jack’s Bistro and here prior to coming, and can confidently say that, if anything, it was an even better experience, though tough to compare win with win!

Both times I have been the food was great. Imo the fillet was better than the Guinness burger. The Guinness burger did not have any of the normal toppings: lettuce, pickles, tomato's, etc. It just felt incomplete to me, though it was still good.

The two times I visited could not be more different in terms of service. The first visit was on a Sunday and it was empty. We sat at the bar and had a good time talking to the bartender. The second visit was a Wednesday and it was packed. I sat at a table because the bar was full and there was only one bartender taking care of the whole restaurant.

Overall still a 4 because the atmosphere was good and the food was better. I'll only plan on visiting if it's not that busy though.