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Name: Balthazar
Address: 80 Spring Street, New York, NY, United States, 10012
Telephone: (212) 965-1414
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

Balthazar

4.6

7812 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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Balthazar is a traditional French Brasserie with a bustling railway station atmosphere. Our kitchen serves a variety of meat and poultry dishes including: Duck Shepherds Pie, Roasted Chicken and Steak Frites. Balthazar specializes in seafood with an array of fish entrees and a complete raw oyster and shellfish bar.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 11:30am Continental Breakfast: Saturday - Sunday: 8:00am - 9am Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 4:30pm Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:30pm-12:00am, Sunday 5:30pm- 11pm, Late Supper: Friday - Saturday: 12:00am - 1:00am, Sunday: 11:00pm - 12:00am Saturday and Sunday Brunch: 9am - 4:00pm
Phone number
(212) 965-1414
Website
http://www.balthazarny.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Livio Velardo

Location
80 Spring Street, New York, NY 10012
Neighborhood
SoHo
Cross street
Crosby
Parking details
Parking garage on Prince & Crosby.
Public transit
Take the R or W to Prince Street, walk one block south to Spring & one block east to Crosby. Or take the 6 to Spring Street & walk one block west to Crosby. You can also take the F or V to Broadway/ Lafayette & walk two blocks south on Broadway & make a left on Spring.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 7,812 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

7,812 Reviews

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KarinaO
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
A classic, a favorite, outstanding as always. This place is full of old charm and hip ambience where every dish is a hit, not to mention killer martinis!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a really great time here I was sat down fairly fast and the waitress was excellent in explaining us the menu and what's good. I loved the food here to it was on point of what I was expecting. I would recommend this place to anyone and my friends and family if I could give more stars here I would. Cant waitnto come back to the NY next time and come back here to eat. Thank you.
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Bien
San Francisco
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Comida espectacular, lugar super agradable y original, servicio de Mustapha excepcional 100% recomendable..
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TS12
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2020
overall3food2service5ambience5
Food was very sub-par for the price. I however appreciate the outstanding service and beautiful atmosphere. It looked straight out of paris.
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Bonnie
New York Area
855 reviews
vip
3.0
855 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience3
Our last meal out (3/13) before the freeze on eating out. Crowded but not as usual. Food okay, not up to Balthazar’s standards. Service the same: disappointing.
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NeilB
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall1food1service2ambience2
My biggest complaint was the food. As a first time diner to Balthazar. This restaurant was highly for its food. I found not to be worth the money. My wife’s onion soup was very salty and missing any depth in flavor. My salad nicoise was greens we’re not fresh and found components to be lumped together. The seared ahi tuna was cooked med rare the way I asked. The dressing tasted more of blended oil than anything else. My chicken paillard was to thin and dry the sauce had no seasoning or flavor. The frisée on my chicken was old, rubbery not cut properly. My wife had a burger that was bitter with char. Just because it was well done doesn’t mean it has to be burnt. The fries were soggy, under done and salty. We also had coffee and it tasted of the residue when the coffee is not cleaned properly. The waitress was very good and attentive The offering of freshly cracked pepper was great.
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Chris
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an early morning breakfast, a rare moment when this place is delightfully quiet if thats what you are looking for, great food, ambience, and service.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a fun vibe! Incredible service! The duck special was wonderful. You can’t miss the steak frites!
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MargieR
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My birthday celebration was simply perfect! We sat in a corner of the restaurant with a fabulous view of the room and received exemplary service!
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bigbluecat
Indiana
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was hard to choose but I ordered the scrambled eggs in pastry. It was delicious.
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Jimmykwchan
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waiter got my order wrong. But he amended it quickly and professionally. Not only that. He packed the order and gave it to me free of charge. I didn’t care for the freebie but absolutely appreciated the gesture.
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JaradB
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience2
We just didn't enjoy our experience. Our wad extremely busy to the point that he forgot to put in part of order. When we reminded him of this, he said he forgot to enter it, then quickly moved on without any apology. The mussels were great, but it was so loud in the restaurant we just Wanted to leave and go someplace else for dessert and drinks.
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BenjaminM
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every bit worth the price. It's quite a relaxing atmosphere despite it's fame. Intimate.
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OpenTable Diner
Mexico City
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything great
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JaimeC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2020
overall2food3service3ambience1
Balthazar has seen its best days. It is now a place full of tourists and uninteresing people, with a lot of noise. Success has these things...
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CarolineF
Phoenix
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is consistently amazing! Service is top notch.
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Karina
New York Area
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall4food3service5ambience3
The service was great. It did take us a while to get some water and order the food. The food overall was okay, nothing really stood out. Very loud
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KatherineN
San Antonio
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary.
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DavidH
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Balthazar is a classic and an excellent representative of French culinary tradition in NYC.
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alessandrab
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s always worth it Every time we come to NYC we book a table here
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KenGe
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was incredible. Everything was delicious and made with intent. I can't wait to visit again.
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Migz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The setting was a bit too crowded and packed but otherwise perfect!
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KimF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My daughter & I ate a traditional French breakfast of waffles with fresh fruit and "eggs any way" which included eggs, bacon, toast (and more that I don't remember), and we both got the hot chocolate. Additionally, we got the tartine and a chocolate croissant to share. Everything was presented beautifully and was delicious. Service was great. I wish we had the time to eat here again during our trip.
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KatieD
St. Louis
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Why can’t all restaurants be this good? Food is typical French bistro but top notch in every way. I don’t think you can a bad meal there no matter what you order. Service is outstanding and they are BUSY but somehow they get it all done and with a smile. And it’s cozy, sophisticated and fun. I can’t wait to return.
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Betsy
New York Area
46 reviews
vip
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience5
Always enjoy visiting Balthazar. Excellent combination of Franch/Parisian atmosphere and excellent cuisine. Our two couple friends and my husband and i had a wonderful evening together. Thank you.
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MaxMar
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unfailingly excellent service
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Foodie
New York Area
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was greeted warmly. The waitress was sweet and offered advice on menu as well as came around often enough. She was also apologetic when a drink ( espresso martini) was made very wrong and someone came over with 2 new fresh ones made to perfection. I ordered the Eggs benedict and my friend the steak and both dishes were lovely. The only downfall * and I did not take away stars...that is a learning opportunity is the man who filled our water kept grabbing the bottle by the neck and top where the water pours from. That is a big no no. Other than that everything else made up for it and I enjoyed my visit.
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Nikonrainer
Frankfurt
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
In any sense one of those fantastic restaurants that you would like to have around in your own town. I envy all New Yorkers for this magic place. We adore it every tine we are in NYC. No exception to the rule:-).
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DavidM
New York Area
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favorite brunch restaurant in NYC. Quaint and cozy ambiance matched with always dependable excellent food and service make this our go-to restaurant for a memorable dining experience. Have been patronizing the NYC Balthazar for many years and have always had a great experience. Although it is always busy, one never feels rushed for a "table turn" like other NYC restaurants do. They allow you to enjoy your meal at a relaxing pace. If you can get a reservation you will enjoy an epic dinning experience.
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SusanE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the best brunch my daughter and I have ever experienced! The food, the atmosphere, the energy... It was expensive, but we felt well worth the experience.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excelente pero muy muy ruidoso
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Rick
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience5
It's a fun restaurant with an energetic exciting feeling. The food is a bit overpriced for what it is, but it is very tasty and presented well. It also feels a bit like you are eating in Paris when you are in New York City.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Fun iconic place. You are paying for well executed steak, frites, and environment.
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lizk
Exclusive
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
NYC Staple. Food could use a little more twist, but if someone is looking for a solid, straight forward meal, with a NYC vibe this is a very good option!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience3
Terribly slow service, forgotten drinks, chasing down the check... at 9:30am, with a restaurant 2/3 full...
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Our server Loraine was amazing!! She literally made our dining experience
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HungryMan
Philadelphia
33 reviews
vip
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Loud and energetic, a diverse crowd of locals and tourists on a busy but not packed early Thursday dinner. By 7:30, packed and VERY loud. Superb oysters: fresh and very cold, good mix of East and West coast available. Famously delicious and classic French onion soup. Earthy fresh snails in garlic parsley butter, pushed too deep in shells for extraction with two pronged “tuning” fork; toothpicks did the trick. Chairs not very comfortable; they’d like you out in 90 minutes so they can turn your table. Whole roast chicken quite pricey, well seasoned w green herbs under skin, moist, delish pan sauce, but skin not crisped. Steak tartare very fresh, a little boring. Skip the red shrimp risotto, which was more like a Hawaiian stir fry than a creamy risotto. Desserts were just ok, tasty but lacking delicacy, finesse. Go during off hours, stick to the classics!!
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Shepinski
New York Area
42 reviews
3.0
42 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall3food4service5ambience5
They could have made a little effort at plating the food. My petite steak was just that with some shoestring fries shoveled on the side
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was an amazing meal with amazing service to match. Classic French ambiance.
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80 Spring Street, New York, NY 10012

Additional information

Cross street
Crosby
Neighborhood
SoHo
Hours of operation
Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 11:30am Continental Breakfast: Saturday - Sunday: 8:00am - 9am Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 4:30pm Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:30pm-12:00am, Sunday 5:30pm- 11pm, Late Supper: Friday - Saturday: 12:00am - 1:00am, Sunday: 11:00pm - 12:00am Saturday and Sunday Brunch: 9am - 4:00pm
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking garage on Prince & Crosby.
Public transit
Take the R or W to Prince Street, walk one block south to Spring & one block east to Crosby. Or take the 6 to Spring Street & walk one block west to Crosby. You can also take the F or V to Broadway/ Lafayette & walk two blocks south on Broadway & make a left on Spring.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Livio Velardo
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.balthazarny.com/
Phone number
(212) 965-1414

Balthazar

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