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Balzem, New York, NY

Balzem

4.9 (863)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
202 Mott Street, New York, NY 10012

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
  • Great for happy hour
Balzem is where you begin a tour of the northern Mediterranean coastline. From the celebrated culinary culture of Provence in Southern France to some of Italy's most elegant and refined cuisines such as in Campania, and reaching all the way to the light and carrying flavors of the Aegean coastline. Complete your journey with a selection of wine or beer from these cultural regions and other celebrated vineyards around the globe.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Catering available
  • Private party facilities
    Pls call to discuss
  • Neighborhood
    NoLita
  • Cross street
    Spring
  • Parking details
    Street parking and paid parking lots
  • Public transit
    6 train Spring Street stop within 2 blocks
  • Entertainment
    Music, ambiance
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 863 people are saying

Balzem reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • New York City

    Best Value

  • New York City

    Mediterranean

  • Manhattan

    Best Ambiance

  • Manhattan

    Best Value

  • Manhattan

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Balzem offers a cozy, Mediterranean-inspired dining experience in the heart of Nolita. Guests rave about the "creamy yolks" in their eggs, "unreal" herbed focaccia, and "addictive" Zucchini Pancakes. The ambiance is described as "warm, fresh, and full of flavor" with "chill vibes" and "friendly" staff. Ideal for brunch, happy hour, or a relaxed dinner, Balzem is a welcoming escape with a "charming" atmosphere and standout dishes like the Ribeye Sandwich and Spicy Feta Dip.
863 Reviews
  1. Emely

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. Friendly staff and beautiful ambiance

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  2. Grace VIP

    Unspecified17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Avocado Toast is what brought me here balancing poached egg, spice, and rich avocado on a heavenly slice of focaccia. Service was sweet, not pushy.

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  3. Lucas VIP

    Unspecified19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came for brunch and stayed way longer than expected. The Open Face was creamy, cheesy, and just the right amount of fresh tomato and avo. Focaccia? Unreal. Cozy, lively vibe inside.

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  4. Lily VIP

    Unspecified18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quick lunch turned into a mini feast. I got the Grilled Chicken Focaccia and my friend ordered Caprese. Simple, fresh, and so satisfying.

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  5. Elara Jane

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came late and still got full service! The Poached Eggs Balzem Way were still silky and warm. Respect to the kitchen team.

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  6. Elias VIP

    Unspecified11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the Babaganoush it had just the right amount of smoke and a creamy finish. Had it with pita and a glass of cold white.

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  7. Sophia VIP

    Unspecified11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We shared the Zucchini Pancakes and they vanished fast. Dill and feta were popping. Bonus: our server was hilarious.

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  8. Julian VIP

    Unspecified12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here, and the Tava Eggs changed the game. Cheesy, rich, and just the right amount of heat from those peppers.

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  9. Ava VIP

    Unspecified12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Grilled Chicken focaccia was juicy and pesto-heavy in the best way. We sat by the window—great people-watching spot.

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  10. Vivienne VIP

    Unspecified12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hummus Balzem was legit the best hummus I’ve had in Manhattan. Creamy, smooth, with warm pita that felt homemade.

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FAQs

Balzem does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Balzem also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (646) 837-7033.

Balzem is rated 4.9 stars by 863 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. New York City
  4. Manhattan
  5. NoLita

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Balzem

202 Mott Street, New York, NY 10012

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Spring
  • Neighborhood
    NoLita
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking and paid parking lots
  • Public transit
    6 train Spring Street stop within 2 blocks
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Music, ambiance
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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