(212) 255-2330

142 W 10th St
New York, NY 10014 40.7345 -74.0008

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Neighborhoods: West Village, Downtown

barblanc.com

Hours:

Mon-Sat 5:30pm-11pm

Sun 5pm-10:30pm

Price:

$$$$

Last updated 4.01.09

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Fine Dining, Brunch, Private Rooms, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Online Reservations, Date Spot, Upscale Casual Dining, Dine At The Bar, Prix Fixe Menu, Bar Menu

Cuisine:

New American, French

Dress Code:

Dressy Casual

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Bar Blanc

Featured Review

Kathleen Squires

Contributor

The Scene – "White noise" is the most fitting phrase to describe the blanc-on-blanc room, where diners might feel like they are sitting in a cloud. A snowy marble bar, alabaster brick walls and chalky stone tables provide a pallid palate, with chrome lamps adding the silver lining and cocoa-colored wood bringing earthy warmth. Bring your own ear horn, however: A racket more fit for a pub resounds throughout. – – The Food – Cesar Ramirez's (ex-Bouley) menu rises well above the ruckus without resorting to loud flavors. Orange zest and chutney subtly boost a jumbo…

Editor's Tips

What to Drink:
The wine list holds some splurge-worthy gems, like a Sangiovese Terra Rosa ($62), smooth with subtle cherry notes.
Where to Sit:
Request a seat in the back room to better hear your date.
Prix Fixe Menu:
A four-course tasting menu is served for $72.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “Nice decor as well.”
  2. “The decor was impressive.”
  3. “There were couples and groups at cozy tables but we chose to hang out at the bar with the sweetie pie bartender.”
  4. “The ambience is perfect for nice conversation and this is the ideal date spot!”
  5. “Decor and ambience is great, not overwhelming- service is superb.”
  6. “The design and decor is excellent, however, just look from the window.”
dessert
50.0% positive
  1. “The desserts were weird with odd ingredients that made some parts of one dessert ok and others not so much.”
  2. “There were couples and groups at cozy tables but we chose to hang out at the bar with the sweetie pie bartender.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “There were couples and groups at cozy tables but we chose to hang out at the bar with the sweetie pie bartender.”
food quality
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. “Our tab turned out quite expensive for a meal with no alcohol.”
  2. “However, the food was at best mediocre.”
  3. “ordered the pork which was delicious.”
  4. “exquisite food - beautiful restaurant - not cheap!”
  5. “The black cod dish was one of the best fish dishes Ive had in New York.”
  6. “am a BIG fan of brunch (I love booze and eggs), and Bar Blanc does it very very well.”
service
80.0% positive
  1. “Our service was good and knowledgeable, however we didn't care for their outfits, which resembled old tuxedo shirts.”
  2. “There were couples and groups at cozy tables but we chose to hang out at the bar with the sweetie pie bartender.”
  3. “The bartender was very friendly and provided excellent service.”
  4. “Simply put: Expensive and bad service.”
  5. “Decor and ambience is great, not overwhelming- service is superb.”
value
50.0% positive
  1. “Our tab turned out quite expensive for a meal with no alcohol.”
  2. “exquisite food - beautiful restaurant - not cheap!”
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. “Overall great experience, but bring your wallet - its not a bargain by a long shot.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/21/10

BEST BRUNCH DEAL IN THE VILLAGE!!!

by oysterkid at Citysearch

The brunch at Bar Blanc (or Bar Blanc Bistro as they are now calling themselves) is the best kept secret in New York. After suffering through tons of over-crowded brunch spots where I have been harried and hurried and over-charged, I have found heaven. I am a BIG fan of brunch (I love booze and eggs), and Bar Blanc does it very very well. There were couples and groups at cozy tables but we chose to hang out at the bar with the sweetie pie bartender. $18 for food, coffee, and a drink, and additional drinks are super-cheap. Also -- it was quiet and not at all crowded. Definitely my favorite place for brunch in the West Village.

  • Pros: Delicious brunch on the cheap!
  • Cons: No outdoor seating
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/01/09

Outrageously impressive

by cheetohsaddict at Citysearch

This is my new favorite in NY. Attentive service, never hovering, and very friendly. The menu was balanced, and everything on it is realistic, but artistic. The ambience is perfect for nice conversation and this is the ideal date spot!

  • Pros: Perfect menu, excellent service, great ambience
2 Star Rating: Below Average

12/14/08

Overpriced Experience

by 2VillageGirls at Citysearch

Ok Girlfriends and Guyfriends this is not going to be pleasant. Simply put: Expensive and bad service. The design and decor is excellent, however, just look from the window. Once you go in you are subject to high prices, little to show for it and staff who are focused on their own needs and not that of the customer. I remember seeing little dots of cheese on the plate and a liver pate that had no taste. Sorry folks, but I do not recommend this restaurant. It left me feeling cold.

  • Pros: Decor, Design
  • Cons: Everything else.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/12/08

Delicious Food, Great Service

by Msrojas at Citysearch

Went with a friend on a Friday night. We made a reservation but we were a bit late. Which was no problem. They seated us right away. The host and hostess were very sweet. As was our waiter. Some of the best service I've had in NY. I ordered the pork which was delicious. The chef also sent out two amuse-bouche (one-bite) dishes. Nice decor as well. Will be going back with my mom and sister this week for a repeat hopefully!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/03/08

Best Salmon

by manaboutown228 at Citysearch

This place is AWESOME!!! The salmon is off the hook- I'm addicted- actually crave it!! Decor and ambience is great, not overwhelming- service is superb. Loves this place!

  • Pros: Salmon, Decor, Service
  • Cons: Reservations can be difficult

The Details on Bar Blanc

Place Categories:

  • bad service
  • impressive decor
  • great experience
  • mediocre food
  • great ambience
  • warm appetizer
  • not recommend restaurant
  • very friendly bartender
  • love eggs
  • nice conversation
  • love booze
  • delicious pork
  • quite expensive tab
  • weird desserts
  • best fish dishes ive
  • well-prepared porcelet
  • best brunch
  • excellent design
  • loves place
  • cozy tables
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