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- SoHo, Downtown
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- French
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96% ambiance
“Service was outstanding, decor had traditional, old NYC charm.”
83% dessert
“The tables were too close together, the food wasn't impressive, and the service was often times completely missing - waiting 45 minutes between ending dinner and being asked about dessert is not what a restaurant of this caliber should be all about.”
84% drinks
“The coffee is really good, but good luck getting refills.”
89% food quality
“The food is just good old french bistro style.”
96% menu variety
“And don't forget to bring home some of their amazing bread- there are so many varieties to choose from, alawys fresh, always delicious!”
100% overall
“This is my favorite restaurant in NYC.”
100% return potential
“Would recommend this place to others and will definately be back for more.”
79% service
“Excellent cuisine, a place that easilly makes you feel in Paris, the staff is friendly and efficient and.”
81% value
“Lunch menu is fantastic, a bit over priced but”
66% wait time
“This was easily the best lunch I've had in a long time.”
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What Our Expert Scouts Say
August 15, 2012
It's still trendy and touristy but the raw bar is still great and some of the French traditional dishes like the Steak au Poive and Moules Frite still stand tall.
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November 07, 2012
What can you say? It never changes, it never falters, and it's always jammed. If it wasn't such a slavish tribute to Paris brasseries, you could even call it the ultimate New York restaurant. Certainly, it's a hell of a lot better than the places in Paris that it emulates.
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May 27, 2011
Loved the scene. I just discovered this place on my last trip to New York City. The food was really good -- and totally reasonable in price for New York. I loved the French brasserie ambiance too. It was crowded and we ate early to get a seat, but it was worth it.
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December 13, 2010
Nice cake. We enjoyed my son's birthday at Balthazar, its a very enjoyable place and the taste of cake was very nice, I had never had such a delicious cake and the staff was also very friendly.Thanks
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November 17, 2010
Best Food in Manhattan. You could go here for the atmosphere alone, but the FOOD IS SIMPLY TO DIE FOR! I have been twice and each time the food has been some of the best Ive ever eaten. The food is amazing, and the service was perfect. This is a place you dont want to miss... make sure you make a reservation :)!
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November 03, 2010
Love this place!. Seriously, if you get a chance to go, check these guys out. its gooooood
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July 24, 2010
Classic NY Experience....
My all time favorite NYC restaurant!
The scene is very NY - crowded and busy, yet intimate.
Highly recommended: LeBalthazar (for seafood lovers) - not only is this a delicious cold entree with a nice white wine or champagne but the food presentation is very impressive.
Also, the mussels with frites is amazing as is the bread.
Cannot praise this restaurant enough.
Reservations are recommended unless you are stopping by in the afternoon.
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June 15, 2010
Well worth a visit and maybe a revisit next time I'm in NYC.
Took me back to a visit to La Coupole in Paris although less formal. Large open seating area. HUGE floral bouquet. Great selection of East and West Coast oysters. Very busy at dinnertime on a Thursday but servers seemed organized and efficient. I started with the warm goat cheese and caramelized onion tart and then had a lamb special. I thought I might finish with a plate of cheese but instead chose to have an almond pastry. My female server was friendly and competent and other servers came by to refill water glass, whisk away finished dishes or replenish utensils. Quite reasonably price and I look forward to a return visit some day--perhaps for shellfish or steak frites.
Recommend.
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April 15, 2010
I dream of Balthazar.... This is my favorite restaurant in NYC. I actually miss it when I'm not there! Fantastic food, great service, fun location!
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April 05, 2010
dont go there. if you think that this crowed noisy tourist trap with such a poor menu ressembles to any Parisian bistro you are highly mistaken. I live in Paris and I found that the only french was the extremely rude supervisor Stephanie who explained that a 45 min delay is normal because we had an appetizer; We left without eating the rest of our meal.
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February 22, 2010
INCREDIBLE. I pass-by this restaurant almost everyday while walking to work and it's always packed with ppl outside smoking cigs...the food + frenzy crowd makes this place a hot spot!
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February 21, 2010
Wonderful Oysters!.
We ducked in late afternoon for a snack and ended up sitting in the bar area at an impossibly small table in an atmosphere that felt incredibly French in the most wonderful way! We ordered a plate of oysters and then sat back to soak in the atmosphere, it was ripe for people-watching.
The oysters were amazing, clean-tasting and complemented perfectly by the mignionette. What a great place to stop for a refresher!
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