It's on 3 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Cost$25
- SubwayF, J, M, Z to Delancey St-Essex St, 4 min
- Address152 Stanton St, New York
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Balvanera is named after a Buenos Aires neighborhood renowned for its creative spirit. Aptly named, the sun-soaked Argentinian restaurant dishes out inspired brunch fare with South American flair.
Following suit, start with savory emapanadas, fresh anchovies swimming in oil and Jamón Ibérico, if the occasion calls for it. From there, dive into the brunch fare. I recommend the house-made chorizo sandwich with roasted red pepper, papas & pickles, an step up twist on traditional breakfast sandwiches.
Those with an insatiable sweet tooth will find comfort in the Torrejas Lola, french toast made with sweet milk brioche, dulce de leche and caramelized bananas.
Better still, if you’re on the hunt for the best boozy brunch in NYC, Balvanera offers bottomless sangria and mimosas for $25 with the purchase of an entree (limited to two hours).
Unpopular opinion. Hot take. If there’s a two-hour wait, the brunch isn’t worth it. These spots prove you don’t have to suffer.
Balvanera is named after a Buenos Aires neighborhood renowned for its creative spirit. Aptly named, the sun-soaked Argentinian restaurant dishes out inspired brunch fare with South American flair.
Following suit, start with savory emapanadas, fresh anchovies swimming in oil and Jamón Ibérico, if the occasion calls for it. From there, dive into the brunch fare. I recommend the house-made chorizo sandwich with roasted red pepper, papas & pickles, an step up twist on traditional breakfast sandwiches.
Those with an insatiable sweet tooth will find comfort in the Torrejas Lola, french toast made with sweet milk brioche, dulce de leche and caramelized bananas.
Better still, if you’re on the hunt for the best boozy brunch in the Lower East Side, Balvanera offers two hours of unlimited sangrias and mimosas for $25 with the purchase of an entree.
Come hungry, leave happy. That’s the only rule.
Balvanera is named after a Buenos Aires neighborhood renowned for its creative spirit. Aptly named, the sun-soaked Argentinian restaurant dishes out inspired brunch fare with South American flair.
Start with savory emapanadas, fresh anchovies swimming in oil and Jamón Ibérico. From there, dive into the tantalizing brunch menu. I recommend the housemade chorizo sandwich with roasted red pepper, papas & pickles, an step up twist on traditional breakfast sandwiches.
Better still, if you’re on the hunt for the best boozy brunch in NYC, Balvanera offers two hours of unlimited sangria and mimosas for $25 with the purchase of an entree.