Balthazar

“Just went last night and it was super meh - I’ve been going about 1x per year since 2014 or so and this time just felt “off”. The prices were higher for less quality of food - my wife’s steak had a pronounced lack of salt and my Chicken Palliard was fucking TINY.”more

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“Keith McNally’s restaurants (Balthazar and Minetta Tavern) go out of their way to welcome solo diners by sending a very festive complimentary glass of champagne. They would also fall within your budget, have great people watching, and an appropriately jolly atmosphere.”

mtbse92H3

“It was extremely tough and chewy and the knife they gave me wouldn't even cut through the meat. Awful experience.”

l9t2h9jH3

“We’ve been back a few times and experiences have ranged from good to ok.”more

kfh72p5H3

“Worked there for years, always thought it was serviceable but not “good”. It’s a rump that they cut grossly and hammer down to make it flat, not even a real steak cut. It’s only good because of the bearnaise and the Md butter, steak itself has no flavor.”

o9z7d5hH3

“I can assure you the quality has in fact declined. The steaks are now choice, where they were prime. The quality of produce and raw materials has cheapened”

kfhovbpH3

“It is SO touristy now, and I think the quality, vibe and service have suffered because of that.”more

kffpmzoH3

“It actually was pretty fantastic. Not the greatest steak I’ve ever had, but better than I expected and felt it was worth the money.”more

kffub9vH3

“Balthazar is a fantastic restaurant. It’s beautiful, there’s so much going on, it’s a cornucopia of activity and a sensory overload.”more

kfhpwivH3

“Food is generally good.”more

kfiak73H3

“Service is good (fast, attentive and a glass of champagne for solo diners) at Balthazar. And great vibe.”

lm0g74oH3

“I was just at balthazar with my gf and my dad and they undercooked my gf’s fish and the manager gave us a hard time when we complained about it.”

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