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(212) 262-1111
327 W. 44th St
New York,
NY
10036
40.759
-73.9896
Neighborhoods: Clinton, Midtown
Price:
$$$$
Last updated 5.07.10
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
People Watching, Group Dining, Dancing, Live Music, Bar Scene, Theater District Dining
Cuisine:
What People Are Saying About Babalu
Featured Review
Liz Zack
Contributor
The Scene – "Babalu" was Desi Arnaz's trademark tune, so it makes sense that it feels like the Tropicana Nightclub in here--pan-Latin-'50s kitsch, bright pink and aqua spotlights and waiters dressed accordingly. Warning: When the live music comes up, you will want to dance. – – The Food – This is assertive, potent Latin food. High-voltage flavors radiate from dishes like shrimp ceviche swimming in a red chili mojo and cornmeal-fried oysters, pumped up with chunks of bacon and enchilado sauce. Truly, everything is exceptional, but the best of the bunch are the most…
| ambiance | 66.66999816894531% positive |
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| drinks | 100.0% positive |
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| food quality | 100.0% positive |
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| service | 85.71000099182129% positive |
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| value | 55.56000232696533% positive |
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04/27/04
After Dinner
by greekgal
this places plays some great music but the crowd was horrible. We went for a friend's B-day and after dinner we planned to spend the night having drinks and dancing. The crowd was not polite and made us feel uncomfortable. We left shortly after we finished our meal.
- Pros: Great music
- Cons: , bouncers are harsh
02/06/04
Party On!!
by cinnabunz
My friend and I went to Babalu on a Saturday because on that night it was free for ladies before 12. Although the club did not open on time and we had to wait out in the cold, the bouncers were nice and friendly, keeping us posted on when we would be allowed to enter. Once we got in the club the music was pumping and we danced all night to hip-hop and Reggae. That party was off the hook!!
- Pros: Great music, Friendly staff
- Cons: , Over priced drinks
01/28/04
Only appetizers!!!!!!!!!
by jessypolo
I liked the place and the people, but we really went to have dinner no appetizers as the whole dinner. I think they should let you know when you call and make reservations that they changed their menu to only appetizers. I mean they are good but I was more looking forward for a nice dinner. That's all.
- Pros: nice place
- Cons: only appetizers
11/28/03
Awesome..and then some!
by angelhrt17
I took my nephew and his wife to Babalu for a night out, because I had heard a lot about Babalu. Being Cuban, I am not easily pleased with a lot of the so-called "Cuban" cuisine...but let me tell you...the food was authentic and fabulous...the wait staff was charming and solicitous...and how perfect that the club is right next door (and free if you dine there) with some of the hottest latin music I have heard in the long time. It's not a "romantic" place to dine and it is somewhat loud, but for pure, unadulterated fun, great dancing and a decent price value...Babalu is da bomb!!
- Pros: Food, Wait Staff, Mojitos baby!
- Cons: loud atmosphere
04/30/03
Hey Lucy...
by DJNY
Went to Babalu post-theatre, didn't know whta to expect. While it was large and a bit noisy, the drinks were fantastic, and the food was superb. The prices are not terrible. The service was great, and they have a whole great deal for birthdays. Considering the bleak midtown restaurant situation, Babalu is up there...
- Pros: Delicious food, Good Service, Interesting menu
- Cons: Noisy
The Details on Babalu
Place Categories:
- authentic food
- nice bouncers
- funny service staff
- charming wait staff
- not romantic place
- great dining experience
- favorite singer
- great meals
- great dancing
- great music
- fantastic drinks
- decent price value
- liked people
- best nuevo latino cuisine
- nice dinner
- nasty attitude
- good everything
- great service
- horrible crowd
- not terrible prices
