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Balthazar London, London,

Balthazar London

4.3
4.3
5323 Reviews
£26 to £40
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 150 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Balthazar is located in Covent Garden in the heart of Theatreland and a very short walk from the Royal Opera House. It offers a French brasserie-inspired menu with an abundance of fruits de mer as well as a wide selection of classical French brasserie and bistro dishes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French, International
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Sat 4:00 pm–10:45 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    020 3301 1155
  • Website
    https://balthazarlondon.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re hosting a business meeting, cocktail reception, anniversary or birthday party, wedding celebration or networking event, we can provide the perfect setting. Experience the same exceptional service, delicious food and ambient style of Balthazar in a more intimate setting,
  • Private party contact
    : 020 3727 6549
  • Location
    4-6 Russell Street, London, WC2B 5HZ
  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Prix Fixe Set Menu

    £27.50 per person

    Nov 4, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025
    Join us for a taste of Paris with our delectable Prix Fixe menu, available Monday to Friday from 11am – 7pm. Delight in classic French cuisine as you indulge in two courses for £27.50, or three courses for £29.50.
    Prix Fixe Set Menu Photo

  • All Day Set Menu - £24.50pp

    £24.50 per person

    Jan 6, 2025 - Feb 28, 2025
    Join us for a taste of Paris with our delectable Prix Fixe menu, available Monday to Friday from 11am – 7pm. Delight in classic French cuisine as you indulge in two courses for £24.50, or three courses for £27.50, with a glass of wine or non-alcoholic cocktail included for lunchtime reservations between 11am – 3.45pm.
    All Day Set Menu - £24.50pp Photo

Menu

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What 5,323 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • London

    Most Booked

  • West End London

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Balthazar London offers a delightful blend of "great food" and "fantastic service" in an authentic bistrot setting. Known for its bustling atmosphere, the restaurant excels in pre-theatre dinners with efficient service. While some find service inconsistent, many praise the attentive staff and delicious menu, making it a popular choice.

5,323 Reviews

  1. Emma

    VIP

    London

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We had an awful experience on our special New Year lunch that we were looking forward to. The main courses had to be sent back as over cooked and no taste. We were then ignored for over 30 minutes, not offered anything or drinks. Service so bad and spoilt our day so very disappointing

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  2. Cinzia

    New York City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We’ve been here many times at Christmas, and its not as nice as it used to be. Food and decorations have been turned down a lot. Service wasn’t attentive. Room was extremely noisy. We won’t go back.

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  3. yukiko

    London

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice after theater , nice food and drinks served appropriate timing

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  4. L

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great pre-theater spot to have dinner or appetizers and cocktails. Service was good and the wait staff very nice.

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  5. Kate

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was generally nice, but tables are crammed in and for a £200+ would not expect to be rushed off table when there was a delay waiting for our table reservation. Probably better value to opt for the set menu for a quick bite to eat.

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  6. Ursula

    VIP

    Dublin

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my third time to go to Balthazar. Staff very accommodating. Table booked for 5.15 we arrived late and we were reminded immediately that our table was needed for the next sitting at 7 pm! Thats fine ! Then it came to paying the bill… I was fortunate enough to have received a gift voucher for Balthazar , however on payment was told there was a 48 hour process for gift voucher! I never heard this before but I see it NOW on the website! Andrea the manager generously gave us desserts and coffees on the house! This needs to be stated more clearly on your website. Everything else great 👌

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  7. Natascia

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Esperienza pessima. La definirei una trappola per turisti. Neanche paragonabile al fratello di NY. Servizio pessimo, camerieri maleducati e incompetenti. Inconcepibile non poter scegliere cosa ordinare perché molti piatti terminati. Allora consiglierei di chiudere alla sera o forse proprio di chiudere definitivamente per non rovinare la fama di un locale storico e molto piacevole di New York.

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  8. Frank

    Houston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was intermediate. Very noisy and busy restaurant. No reason to come back again

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  9. Sara

    London

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bold, atmospheric and perfect for pre or post theatre. Food was exceptional and the staff were friendly and helpful. Perfect!

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  10. Lindsay

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious! The wait staff was helpful and attentive. The food came quickly, even though it was very busy when we went. Our family would eat here again!

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FAQs

Balthazar London is rated 4.3 stars by 5323 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 150 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Balthazar London

4-6 Russell Street, London, WC2B 5HZ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Sat 4:00 pm–10:45 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://balthazarlondon.com/
  • Phone number
    020 3301 1155
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re hosting a business meeting, cocktail reception, anniversary or birthday party, wedding celebration or networking event, we can provide the perfect setting. Experience the same exceptional service, delicious food and ambient style of Balthazar in a more intimate setting,
  • Private party contact
    : 020 3727 6549
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