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French Restaurant$$$$
SoHo, New York
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"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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Tablet HotelsFebruary 26, 2013One of the hippest restaurants in Manhattan, Balthazar is never short of activity. Highly recommended are the steak tartare, croissants, mussels, and frites. Truly a touch of Paris in Manhattan!
Serious EatsSeptember 8, 2011Best Nut-Topped Doughnut: Banana-Pecan Cake doughnut. The banana element is subtle but present; between the sweet, delicate crumbs and the toasty chopped pecans, it's an incredibly tasty specimen. Read more
SJuly 24, 2015Busy busy busy .. Book your table even for brunch, good food and service, the avocado toast with pouched eggs were great 👌🏼
Pablo HernandezApril 10, 2013I had the Balthazar bar steak. Can I just say that this was one of the most tender and succulent steaks ever! You have to try the bread pudding too. Soooo good. A+ for this French hot spot!
Jole PJune 18, 2017The seafood platter is the most delicious and ostentatious demonstration of being a baller. The trout is also AMAZING and a huge portion
Polina WeitzDecember 28, 2018Delicious eggs Norwegian with superb smoked salmon and amazing waffles (with the best berries coulis ever!). A wonderful French brasserie with quality service.
Morgan ThomasFebruary 3, 2015Get the Steak Frites. Great place to people watch. This place gets busy so parties of 3+ probably need a reservation. The staff is accommodating and attentive. Has a lively atmosphere.
HessaAugust 2, 2016The French toast was okay, loved the waffle, the boa he'd eggs on avocado toast, and the egg benedict. Lovely staff
bart colletMarch 14, 2020Although very noisy, a TOP address. Best Steak au Poivre I had in a long time. Be absolutely sure to leave some room for a desert!!
Marc van de HareJune 12, 2018The service was poor for the price you pay. Our aperitif (champagne) came half the way of the starter instead of relax drinken before your starter.There was no butter-knife.Fries to much well done.
Amer ChebaroOctober 17, 2015Walked in on a Sunday morning after being eyed up and down by the host to evaluate if we "fit it". Great food though and wonderful service. The place to see and be seen on a Sunday morning.
Pernille JordanOctober 14, 2018Fantastic atmosphere and good food - visit in the weekend - excellent brunch and dinner, lots of people and party atmosphere. Very strong cocktails😳🤪Fantastic spot.
F-Factor NutritionOctober 17, 2012This place is famous for its brunch-- and for good reason! Its elaborate French dishes and bread basket from its own bakery next door make for a lovely Parisian-style meal with friends and family.
Kate FurmanOctober 3, 2016Bar seating is first come first serve, usually a better chance to get seated during peak hours than the dining room. Also, highly recommend the scrambled egg in puff pastry for brunch.- Daniel KarranFebruary 2, 2015The name alone is one of my favorites! Be sure to make reservations ahead of time if you want to indulge in some great french creations! I suggest the 'Duck Confit' for a dinner entree!
Ngan NguyenOctober 5, 2016Went for breakfast, really enjoyed the avocado and poached egg on toast. When ordering eggs benedict though, the small option is small - just one egg portion on a small side plate!- Chad HornerSeptember 30, 2017the burger is one of the better deals on the menu - it comes with fries which are $11.50 on their own as a side. also please try the monkey bread
Erika DjerfJuly 14, 2016split the steak tartare, warm goat cheese & caramelized onion tart, frisée salad, homemade ricotta agnolotti & the steak frites. All recommended.
The Meatball ShopApril 2, 2012The quintessential NYC French Bistro. With a beautiful wine selection, delicious dishes, and incredible people-watching, it's no wonder it has become a city staple for visitors and locals alike.
Eduardo GodinhoNovember 15, 2017One of that French restaurants. Very good traditional and some others options! Duck was perfectly done
Tord SollieNovember 12, 2022A super lively French brassiere with superb staff and brilliant steaks and fish. Excellent wine selection too. Would definitely come back.
AmateurConciergeFebruary 7, 2015A veritable soho institution. Come for the atmosphere, stay for the food. Eggs cocotte at breakfast and duck shepherds pie at lunch are 2 sleeper picks
Miche ZenMay 4, 2019Every trip to NYC we stop for lunch .. atmosphere is lively and the food excellent .. make a reservation
Karyn ChinJanuary 15, 2015LOTS of tourists! But the food really is delicious... The onion soup is one of the best. Moules frites were fresh but the mussels were underwhelming. Fries are great!
The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014Don't go after 10 a.m., when it's filled with out-of-towners and skinny movie stars. Order a big creamy bowl of café au lait when the place is peppered with discreet, big-deal New Yorkers. Read more
Time Out New YorkAugust 29, 2018At dinner, the place is perennially packed with rail-thin lookers dressed to the nines. But the bread is great, the food is good, and the service is surprisingly friendly. Read more
Alper ÇuğunNovember 14, 2014I'll try to visit this place on each trip to New York (preferably first thing from the airport) for oysters and steak frites.
the best value on the breakfast menu is the $5 soft boiled egg with soldiers. it's surprisingly filling and you get the added bonus of feeling a wee bit british.
Hedonist TravellerJanuary 21, 2018If you sell French pastries, you should also make sure the people at the front know what they sell. Restaurant part is good but requires reservation in advance. Very good risotto!
The TelegraphJuly 3, 2012A timeless French-American bistro with tiled floors, red leather booths, and a marble counter. The raw bar and steak frites are superb, as is the French wine list. (001 212 965-1785; about ₤60 a head)
The Food SlutsJune 27, 2012While touristy, French classics with Basque flourishes mostly please. We loved the crisp Berkshire pork belly with creamy grits ($29) and the decadent chocolate pot de crème ($9). Be prepared to wait! Read more
Staff PicksAugust 27, 2014Can't go wrong with the Steak Frites at Balthazar. Don't forget to get a side of their amazing fries! Read more
BordeauxWinesFebruary 14, 2012The pinnacle of French bistro in the heart of SoHo boasts one of the most extensive wine selections in the city. Try out one of the twenty or so Bordeaux wines. We promise you won’t be disappointed!
İpek A.March 20, 2015You should stop by for Chicken Sandwich with Bacon. Delicious! And also duck & their cocktails are great.
- If you're in NYC, you have to eat here. Great steak, special atmosphere. The steak tartare is probably the best in the world! They don't do walk-ins.
Jason BrewDecember 7, 2015It's a New York institution. Pricey, but you'll almost certainly leave happy. Definitely try the pastries
The Corcoran GroupApril 27, 2010You really can’t go wrong in this classic French bistro transplanted in SoHo. Reservations are definitely a must as the restaurant is typically packed at all hours of the day.
Lucu ChalmetonMarch 21, 2012Love their French bread! Pain au chocolat, croissant, an the restaurant is very authentic! French onion soup is thick, confit de carnard is very tasty. Seabass, escargot... You name it
Best croissants in the city. Amazing atmosphere but also there’s a little bakery takeout next door for getting bread to go.
Aj BadderApril 12, 2016I love the lighting here! They manage that yellow glow that momentarily transport you to Europe for just a bit.. The food and ambience are great as well.🍻
Ms HeleneNovember 6, 2016Book ahead or wait on weekends even at 9.30. They served breakfast by request after 9 even though brunch menu is on. Granola yogurt fruit $15 and scone $5 both good not great
Rewan PartiDecember 14, 2015Best breakfast in NY, order the bread basket! The sticky bun is the best. They have excellent French onion soup and eggs Benedict!
Gonzalo FiorinaSeptember 26, 2015Nice vibe. Try the octopus appetizer and the confit duck entrée. The creme brûlée was great.
Marina StanleyApril 17, 2014Banana Tart for your bucket list. It's the most Amazing. I would choose it as my last meal on earth.
Walter MucchiutSeptember 1, 2017Classic and the rest is history! Certainly every bit and bite shows exquisite creativity and the use of inspirited techniques tied to the best organic ingredients!
Kyo SongMarch 11, 2016Love this place for brunch! Great eggs Benny and French onion soup. Might be a bit of a wait for a table but worth it
Mafe Sotillo LairetSeptember 13, 2017Incredible. Their brunch is delicious! I recommend their steak tartar, french toast, burger, quiche... everything is amazing
Vinaya VishwanathSeptember 2, 2016I had the show roasted cod and it was out of this world. Also great are the desserts. I highly recommend the banana tart.- Tash QayyumNovember 22, 2015No 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
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(212) 965-1414
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