Balthazar Restaurant

This iconic French brasserie was on my list of must visit places for my trip to NYC, and it didn’t disappoint. While the steak frites is the most popular dish here, we went with some other choices (duck confit, halibut, burger) and each of them were quite fantastic. Desserts were exquisite and the cocktails were also pretty darn good. A definite recommendation for folks visiting NYC.

My friend and I celebrated my birthday here. The our server and the restaurant staff were extremely accommodating and came up to us serval times to check in on us! The atmosphere is lighthearted and fun, yet exudes fine dining. The food was extraordinary!!! Everything from the in house bread to the oysters to the main dishes were tasty and fresh. Highly recommend!

Make sure to make a reservation. It is a tourist trap but surprisingly a great place for brunch. Sit indoors if you can. I came in w preconceived notions that this place would be a typical tourtisy place w so so ok menu and food, but it turns out the food, menu and service was amazing! Our waiter was really kind and took time to talk to us. The service was quick and seamless. The pasteries, cocktail and our brunch food was incredible. I left feeling satisfied.