Balthazar NYC: A Delightful French Dinner Menu

Balthazar NYC: A Delightful French Dinner Menu

Balthazar NYC: A Delightful French Dinner Menu

Step into Balthazar and be transported to a Parisian brasserie in the heart of Soho. Since 1997, this bustling eatery has been the gold standard for French cuisine in New York City.

Hors D’Oeuvres

Begin your culinary journey with an array of exquisite starters:

  • Onion Soup Gratinée - $19.00
  • Balthazar Salad with haricots verts, asparagus, fennel, avocado, ricotta salata, and truffle vinaigrette - $20.00
  • Escargots in garlic butter - $23.00
  • Bibb Lettuce Salad with shallots, chives, and Dijon vinaigrette - $19.00
  • Lobster “Vol Au Vent” puff pastry, morels, and creamy bisque - $28.00
  • Dorade Crudo with chiles, capers, extra virgin olive oil, and a citrus vinaigrette - $23.00
  • Seafood Ceviche - $25.00
  • Steak Tartare* - $24.00 / $30.00
  • Shrimp Cocktail - $25.00
  • Roasted Bone Marrow with pickled shallots, parsley salad, and grilled crostini - $29.00
  • Warm Goat Cheese And Caramelized Onion Tart - $20.00
  • "Val De Loire" White Asparagus with egg mimosa and sherry vinaigrette - $24.00
  • Country Pâté with Armagnac prunes, pistachios, pickled mustard seeds, and sourdough bread - $22.00

For a truly luxurious start, try the Roasted Bone Marrow. The rich, creamy marrow pairs beautifully with the tangy pickled shallots and crisp crostini. If you're in the mood for something light and fresh, the Dorade Crudo offers a delicate balance of flavors with its citrus vinaigrette and capers.

Le Bar A Huîtres

Balthazar’s seafood offerings are not to be missed. Dive into the freshest selections from their bar à huîtres:

  • Plateaux De Fruits De Mer
    • Le Grand* - $135.00
    • Le Balthazar* - $185.00
  • Oysters*
    • Island Creek* – Half Dozen - $27.00
    • West Coast* - P/A
    • Oysters Du Jour* - P/A
  • Shellfish
    • Little Neck Clams* - $21.00
    • Half Crab Mayonnaise - $27.00
    • Half Lobster - P/A
    • King Crab - P/A

For the ultimate seafood experience, order the Le Balthazar platter. It's a lavish spread of oysters, clams, lobster, and more, perfect for sharing with friends or indulging in a special occasion.

Entrées

Balthazar’s entrées showcase the best of French culinary tradition:

  • Dover Sole Filet with Swiss chard, Grenobloise and sauce Normande - $39.00
  • Grilled Sullivan County Trout over a warm spinach, walnut, and lentil salad - $35.00
  • Faroe Island Salmon* with spring vegetables and a saffron broth - $37.00
  • Asparagus Risotto with sugar snap and English peas, fines herbes and Parmesan - $27.00
  • Moules Frites - $32.00
  • Grilled Chicken Paillard with frisée, tomato confit, and shaved Parmesan - $31.00
  • House-Made Pappardelle with wild boar ragoût, rosemary, and pecorino - $29.00
  • Boeuf Aux Carottes red wine braised beef, glazed carrot and purée, spring onion - $34.00
  • NY Strip Steak "Au Poivre"* with spinach and pommes frites - $49.00
  • Steak Frites* with maître d’ butter or Béarnaise sauce - $41.00
  • Long Island Duck Breast A L’orange with turnips, glazed radish and sauce Bigarade - $42.00
  • Roast Lamb Sandwich* with grilled vegetables, arugula, and harissa mayonnaise - $25.00
  • Balthazar Burger* - $28.00
  • À Cheval* - $29.00
  • Balthazar Cheeseburger* - $29.00

For a hearty and satisfying meal, the NY Strip Steak "Au Poivre" is a standout choice, perfectly cooked and accompanied by crispy pommes frites. Seafood lovers will relish the Dover Sole Filet, expertly prepared with a delicate sauce Normande.

Plats Pour Deux

For those dining à deux, Balthazar offers sumptuous dishes meant for sharing:

  • Whole Free-Range Chicken with garlic pomme purée, morels, and thyme jus — for two - $81.00
  • Dry-Aged Côte De Boeuf * with Balthazar onion rings and Bordelaise sauce — for two - $162.00

The Dry-Aged Côte De Boeuf is a showstopper, perfect for sharing with its rich Bordelaise sauce and crispy onion rings.

Les Garnitures

  • Pommes Frites - $13.00
  • Pomme Purée - $13.00
  • Haricots Verts - $13.00
  • Sautéed Spinach - $13.00
  • Sautéed Mushrooms - $13.00
  • Mixed Field Greens - $13.00

Add a side of Pommes Frites to your meal for a truly authentic French experience. The crispiness and flavor are unmatched.

Conclusion

Balthazar’s ambiance combines downtown chic with upmarket bistro cooking, making it an ideal spot for romantic dinners, business lunches, and special occasions. Whether you're a New Yorker or a visitor, a meal at Balthazar is an unforgettable experience. Please note that finding reservations at Balthazar might be quite challenging, you can also use our services to securing a dining seat here : 
Dineseat - Balthazar Reservations.

Executive Chef: Laurent Kalkotour

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