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Price: Lunch for two with wine, tax and tip costs approximately $140.

Service: Excellent. Atmosphere: Casual and bright. Sound level: Moderate.

Open: Monday to Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Reservations: Yes and walk-ins are welcome.

Credit cards: Most major cards. Parking Street.

Beverages: Blue on Water has a comprehensive beverage selection. The house wine list features many New World wines with a handful of Italian choices. White and red lists include New World, French, Spanish and Italian wines. Blue also has a decent selection of sparkling wines and sauternes. Beer drinkers will find a broad selection of domestic and imported brews and several ciders. Classic cocktails are a specialty.

Best bets: Beet salad, sausage and red pepper soup, salmon à la barigoule and tartelette Tatin. Gluten free options: Much of the menu can be adjusted to gluten free. Please ask server for details.

Vegetarian and vegan options: Some vegetarian options, others can be adjusted to vegetarian. Chef Gravatt can create a vegan dish if requested 24 hours in advance.

Wheelchair access: A difficult entrance, some accessible tables.