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Balthazar

Restaurant · SoHo

Balthazar, photographed by New York Dearest

Whenever someone plans to visit for the holidays, the first thing I do is make reservations at Balthazar because the place never fails to impress.

Balthazar is an iconic NYC eatery year round, but there’s something special about the holiday season when the French bistro transforms into a refined winter wonderland.

Warm and inviting, Balthazar exudes romantic vibes ideal for memorable brunch dates. Whenever someone plans to visit for the holidays, the first thing I do is make reservations at Balthazar because the place never fails to impress.

From outstanding smoked salmon eggs Benedict to incredible french onion soup, the hardest thing about visiting this popular holiday decorated restaurant in New York City is scoring a reservation. If brunch is fully booked, pay a visit to the bakery next door.

Hours
Mon to Fri 8 am to 11 am breakfast, 11.30 am to 4.30 pm lunch; Sat to Sun 9 am to 4 pm brunch; daily dinner 5 pm to midnight
Cost
Entrees roughly $31 to $63, apps $22 to $33
Subway
6 to Spring St, 1 min
Address
80 Spring St, New York, NY

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