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Balthazar

French Restaurant$$$$

SoHo, New York

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Balthazar

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Ranked #7 for steak in New York
The tarts at Balthazar is a can't miss
"Go for the classics: oysters, steak frites, confit de canard..."(46 Tips)
"The steak tartare is probably the best in the world!"(28 Tips)
"The Duck Confit is one of the best things I have ever eaten."(19 Tips)
"Don't miss out on the Blue Point Oysters or the Escargot!"(24 Tips)

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Nikki VargasAugust 17, 2011
Has the vibe of a busy Parisian bistro; the escargot are my favorite appetizer; for main course I always go for the steak frites with that decadent bernaise sauce. Great restaurant!
Sirrý SvöludóttirMarch 10, 2015
The warm goat cheese (pictured) and the onion soup the best I have tasted 🇫🇷👍 Will be back!
Meredith BlechmanMay 9, 2015
Best brunch for people watching and delicious food. I love the poached eggs and soldiers, and their baked goods are heavenly.
Tash QayyumNovember 22, 2015
No table available for whole day without reservation at 3:30pm but got place after a 15 minute wait at the bar. Kevin , the bar tender made us feel welcome. Had great Egg Norwegian and Salmon with
Kathleen CorlessJuly 30, 2018
One of my favorite places to eat at the bar in NYC. Great fish, burgers, wine list, dessert and people watching.
CompassJuly 22, 2013
Keith McNally’s Parisian brasserie outshines any imitation within a baguette’s reach. The long lines for table service are a perfect excuse to sip martinis at the intimate bar.
Steve WattsMarch 1, 2015
Absolutely buzzing....be sure to make a reservation...great steak au poivre and lamb t-bone
Damon SununtnasukApril 21, 2017
Atmosphere and Service was excellent. However, for the pice, I expected more from the food. The escargot was amazing, but the wild boar pappardelle was flavorless and the duck confit vegetables meh
ZoozJanuary 21, 2020
Wonderful experience and often very busy, so book in advance. The steak here is great and also the mussels
Amanda HoJanuary 7, 2016
Goat cheese and French onion tart was amazing. Great ambience. Friendly service, albeit very crowded. Must try the dessert!
Ryan WilliamsNovember 14, 2012
"At the Soho brasserie, "Le Grand "($95) is a platter of solely oysters while "Le Balthazar "($145) is loaded with three tiers: a bottom layer of oysters and clams, a middle tier containing a..." Read more
Avi YashchinFebruary 24, 2015
A little touristy as to be expected in the busy area of Soho. Food is still good and the atmosphere is fun. Good for brunch and dinner.
Angela DumadagJanuary 25, 2015
Seafood tower. Steak frites. Steak tartar. French onion soup. Pommes frites. All amazing. Stumptown coffee. Great wine list too.
MissConnorFebruary 11, 2018
Delicious breakfast! It’ll be better if you make a reservation ahead, cause it tends to get crowdy between 9-11am
Renee MaslikhovAugust 16, 2011
Best apple martini in the city. Mixologists use a proprietary mixture that includes fresh apple pulp! Not sweet and liquor tasting! Tart, fresh and delicious as it should be!
BarChickAugust 14, 2013
An absolute must-visit! With a French menu, bustling bar and an in-house bakery, it will please even the fussiest of eaters http://barchick.com/find-a-bar/new-york/balthazar-new-york
RamSeptember 18, 2015
Classic brasserie, can't go wrong with anything. The oysters and shellfish are the best and service... Perfection!
Dorina YuenNovember 16, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Bar and bar side seats are the most fun. Classic solid consistent menu. Banana tart is the only was to go for dessert.
From The World BlogOctober 23, 2012
Amazing breakfast options, like scrambled eggs in puffy pastry, eggs en cocotte or red fruit waffles. At lunch and dinner, everything is also perfect.
Saarim ZamanMay 14, 2016
great place for a solo dining experience, reservations for a party of 1 are easy to get. Also, the steak frites with bernaise.
Kiwi WangOctober 4, 2016
An institution and for good reason. The bakery is incredible, and best chicken liver mousse in the city.
Halstead PropertyDecember 14, 2011
The almond croissant is a great treat for breakfast or afternoon w/ the right amount of almond paste and flaky, buttery but dense dough w/ almond slivers covering the pastry
Ms HeleneJune 10, 2012
Nice old worldly French atmosphere. The tuna nicoise salad was awesome with perfectly rare seared tuna served in a generous bowl. Service can be snobby though
Ilker AkarMay 27, 2014
NY a ne zaman gitsem muhakkak ya sabah kahvaltısını ya da akşam üstü birşeyler içmek uğradığım mekan. The place I visit whenever travel to NY for a breakfast or afternoon drink....
Sam McCrimsonFebruary 28, 2013
The profiteroles were pretty amazing. Adding new take on this French classic, they replace the creme centre with ice cream. Very delicious.
Kmart FashionDecember 2, 2011
We love their pastries & breads, but best part about this place is the benches outside. Our tip: If you hang out on the benches long enough, you’ll be sure to spot a celebrity.
fatih narJuly 7, 2013
1st thing; this is a french fast food restaurant, don't wait a "restaurant" with proper table/service! 2nd thing; DONOT get steak frites! I saw many comments here on SteakFrites butnot sure why?
Janice McmanusMarch 21, 2015
Everything is great here. Artichoke tomato soup, Balthasar salad, salmon and chicken. Great ambiance, wine and food.
Jenny CrowleyApril 14, 2016
Order the butternut squash agnolotti (starter) and the profiteroles (dessert). Both are tasty and fun to say!
Deb LawlerJune 3, 2016
French toast! Also love bakery next door for to go items!
Honghui YuApril 8, 2018
Classic brunch spot. Can get very busy on weekends so try to get there early to avoid a wait.
Maribel LaraAugust 16, 2014
The duck shepherds pie was divinely rich. Plenty of meat, wonderful wine sauce and a properly crisp potato topping.
Jessica WickhamJanuary 6, 2017
Had a lovely fancy brunch, recommend the avocado and poached eggs on toast - eggs were cooked perfectly!
SuperbJune 19, 2012
Love their weekend brunch items! If you don't have a reservation for the main dining room, opt to wait for a table in the cafe area - the turnover rate is much higher!
Will HarahanMay 24, 2024
Been here 50+ times
The bartender triumvirate on weekends of George, Leo, & Yorgos is the best in the business. Order an espresso martini.
Fatma GencApril 30, 2015
Bit toontouristic but still great atmosphere. The waiters could've learn a bit more about French cuisine culture, but oh well.. This is NY!
citichik chickpeaJuly 21, 2012
Excellent, friendly service, delicious quality food. Not a romantic spot, but good place to hit when family is visiting or with a few friends for a nice meal.
AlAnoud A AlGhunaimFebruary 21, 2022
I dunno but breakfast was a bit overrated, might come for dinner to give a full review. Anyways it was your basic dishes, nothing special but croissants were really good.
Toni HaberApril 14, 2014
Everyone knows Balthazar for its baked goods and high profile clientele. Sit down at the Soho restaurant for a meal and iced coffee drink.
Vincent ZhangAugust 31, 2013
The goat cheese tart is unforgettable. Make sure to come on Saturday for the short ribs. Excellent duck confit.
Rita BaltazarAugust 15, 2015
Onion soup, oisters, Baltazar steak, fries, the mussels, everything is good! Must try the bruch :)
Dilara CumhurOctober 1, 2016
Iconic french steak place in Soho. Great food and atmosphere.
Ashley ChanApril 1, 2017
Pretty standard French fare...except the desserts! Would not recommend the mussels and escargots due to the small portion and lack of flavor. But the almond cake and ricotta tart were UNBELIEVABLE.
Barry FlemingMarch 17, 2017
Classic fare at a venerable institution in SoHo - but with prices that will make you think twice about returning when compared to other NYC options
Ra ScorpioMarch 12, 2019
Service was Amazing! Steak frites, cheeseburger, lobster risotto and beet salad were unbelievably delicious.
naveenAugust 6, 2010
Been here 50+ times
great for a morning meeting obvs. bring something to read, get there earlier than your party and snag one of the half-circle booths against the back wall (my spot!). ginger citrus tea. decompress.
CacharrónDecember 14, 2014
The Brunch, capital letters. Benedict eggs and onion soup made my winter. Book in advance or be prepared to wait 1h30.
Nate FolkertMarch 4, 2017
duck liver pate with country bread toast
JM ParveauxNovember 26, 2015
Typical French bistro - it's like being in Paris but with a nicer staff! A bit more pricey than the standard French restaurants in the city
Katie SchlossJanuary 30, 2012
Known for their bread, we recommend the Scrambled Eggs In a Puff Pastry with Wild Mushrooms and Asparagus or if you are watching your carbs, try an Egg White Omelette With Herbs.

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