Balthazar (Covent Garden)

• After eating here it is difficult to see just what all the hype was about
• D leave that to The Delaunay which is only a few minutes walk away
• A fairly solid restaurant in Covent Garden that is a step up from the crap tourist traps surrounding it
• It rules out nipping in for a quick fix if you are in the area
• It embodies a very snazzy and place to be atmosphere with the high ceilings
• The restaurant is right opposite the Covent Garden market which situates it in a rather buzzing space
• The menu adopts the classic french brasserie layout and I thought I would start with the garlic prawns (£
• It had a very moreish sauce and the prawns were very delicious
• I decided to go with the lobster spaghetti as my entré
• The place was bustling with people as expected but waiting area is not comfortable n organized
• Seating is pretty clumsy n every inch of space is used up leaving you crammed to move once seated
• Food option is not many for non beef n non ham eaters
• Ordered shrimp in butter which was bud tingling n stand out dish of the evening
• Chicken dish was horrible n disgrace dish of the evening
• One time visit is fine but little pricey for quality of food offered
• Then there are not booking tables left
• Some time it is when you least expect it that the unexpected happens
• The Eggs Royal was magnificent
• A very lovely brunch for friends and family was had at Balthazar poached eggs and avocado
• The full English and pancakes were all superb
• The staff are lovely and went out of their way to help I had my wedding dress with me and they unpacked it and put it the carrier thing that my mum brought
• They were super patient with 10 gossipy girls who couldn't decide
• Had the steak sandwich which was cooked perfectly which came with a mixed lettuce salad but my only complaint was it had no dressing so did not compliment the dish
• My wife had the burger and this was cooked perfectly to medium rare nd served with chips and salad
• The restaurant also had a lot more to offer on the menu but we were only having a quick bite
• Popped in for a takeaway coffee and was dazzled by the smorgasbord of fresh pastries and cakes in the counter
• Sadly I didn't have room for a sweet treat but the coffee was decent enough and well priced for the area (£
• Grilled langoustines (yabbies) with green tomato salsa
• Chives and aromatic oil served with Jacob's Creek Reserve Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2013 &ndash
• The wine has also a very strong oak aroma and smoky bouquet that is not present in it's taste
• Beetroot and braised lettuce accompanied with an Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir and cherry sauce served with Jacob's Creek Reserve Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2013 &ndash
• With some serious buttered vegetables together with the layer of fat in the duck was
• I only managed one and had to take the other two off because it was just too much
• Pancetta and carrot with Barossa Shiraz sauce served with Jacob's Creek Reserve Barossa Shiraz 2013 &ndash
• It was the best kangaroo meat I've had but I can only compare to Iceland supermarket's frozen kangaroo meat (there
• ) and I thought that it was a slightly unfair comparison so I referred to a true Aussie foodie that was there that night
• She confirmed that it was very good indeed
• It was good with the suggested Barossa but I thought that it was equally good with the Pinot Noir too
• Eucalyptus and a hot chocolate sauce served with Jacob's Creek Reserve Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 &ndash
• Chocolate sphere did not entirely melt and the waiter was not going to wait for my silly phone camera to come on
• The cold coffee was not great but these petit fours
• I had the last sip of my Chardonnay Pinot Noir Brut NV with this sweet tangy dessert and to mark the end of a wonderful evening
• The desserts were fantastic but the best part of my meal had to be the smooth
• The staff were helpful and ambience well was busy as its a Sunday afternoon
• Not one of the best or overhyped and slightly overpriced for what it has to offer
• In the hub of eccentric London is a restaurant and Sandwich Shop which takes the cake for best restaurant in the area
• Onion soup and steak with fries were perfect
• Sweet potato agnolotti and the baked aubergine tart were all outstanding appetizers
• I had the duck confit which was above average
• The medium well steak frites was delicious yet the ones who had the medium rare steak frites said it was impossible to chew
• The profiteroles were not one of the best ones I have had
• The service was very friendly and I loved the ambiance
• Its decoration is delicate and full of glamour
• The restaurant was full so we took up two seats at the bar
• Always enjoy sitting at the bar here as the staff are always so friendly and have a chat with you making you feel so welcome
• I went for the Cornish crab with scrambled eggs and creme fraiche
• Some of the best scrambled eggs I've ever had and the creme fraiche was the perfect accompaniment
• The profiteroles were amazingggg and so were all of the other desserts that we ordered
• Made a reservation for a late breakfast place was fairly empty when we arrived
• Tried the scrambled egg with cornish crab
• Everything in Balthazar is perfect right down to the very last detail
• All the servers are impeccably dressed and not a single plate or glass goes unnoticed not even for a second
• We visited Balthazar for breakfast and the food was delicious and presented so beautifully
• Ordered the sliced sirloin steak medium with peppercorn sauce
• The steak was slightly overlooked and charred too much with a bit of a burnt edge dominating the flavours
• Could be better with the quality
• Good wine and friendly service are the order of the day
• Balthazar is a great French bistro which is open all day long
• We ordered a Burrata with roasted vine cherry tomatoes
• Mains we ordered the Eggs Royale which came with muffins and smoked salmon
• Omlette Arnold Bennet and Grilled Fillet of Salmon with a Lentil Salad
• The Salmon was done to perfection
• Dessert we had the Chocolate Fondant which had warm chocolate oozing out with vanilla ice cream
• They are consistent with their quality
• The service is always on point
• The prices reasonable for the overall experience and ambience that comes with dining at Balthazar
• Balthazar all the way from the states is a buzzing place in covent garden
• Lunch was good we were seven people and got to just fit in the round table
• Kale salad ( was good but tried better kale salads )
• Salmon Tartare ( was good as well )
• Lunch and dinner with a French influence
• Beautiful spacious interior with high ceilings makes a visit here a little special
• I had my breakfast there and was very delicious and fresh
• I had Avocado with scrambled eggs
• My first tryst with Balthazar was in Tallinn I loved the garlic restaurant and the food
• They are not associated with each other in any way except for the name
• Avocado on rye toast was nicely made with more than a hint of lime in the smoothened avocado
• Though there is a higher likelihood of me returning to the one in Covent Garden
• It would be for dinner to enjoy one of the many wines along with a great meal
• London has many places with excellent steak if you're willing to stretch your wallet a little
• So Balthazar disappointed with its OK steak frites as it was good
• Expectations run high at this establishment with its 60s style avant garde charm
• Our maitre d had a charming French accent as he helped us with the wine and food
• Warmed just right and served with a delicious melting French butter
• The French style decor is quite tired
• Expecting a range of great tasting pastries considering there is a bread display in the restaurant
• The croissant aux amandes had no almond paste inside and was no less than a day old
• Then comes with a tomato salsa on the side and no lemony zest
• Such a disappointment as I was extremely excited to dine at the well known 'Balthazar' but I will not be coming back
• Came for breakfast which is served daily (M F) until 11am
• Ordered the Breakfast Salad which was a wonderful
• Covent garden is perfect for a good weather day in London
• Poached eggs with avocado toast and juices
• The service was great and our waitress was very nice and friendly
• The one we were sat at was so close to other couples it made it very awkward
• The noise level was also very high
• Atmosphere was poor and resteraunt overcrowded
• I ordered the avocado on toast with poached eggs and the shakshuka
• While I enjoyed their take on the shakshuka it was very heavy
• The interior is French inspired and so are the musics
• I went there for lunch with a group of family and friends and they put us to the smallest round table
• Afternoon English tea with sandwiches
• The theme was Bobbi Brown makeup which was cutely designed desserts
• The chicken is halal according to the waiter
• The sandwiches were delicious and overall a nice tea
• The seating arrangement was a bit tight and the place does get busy due to its location in Covent Garden
• I went to Balthazar with couple of friends
• Chocolate fondant is a must try
• Was waiting to be seated for over 20min at the bar only to be informed at the end that we were going to eat at the bar
• I walloped in the door to be delighted that it looked the same and the staff were just as wonderful
• The menu is just so lovely in a true French bistro with something for everyone
• The beef stroganoff was spot on and the table also ordered a cheeseburger which was excellent
• Table staff are so precessional
• The service is impeccable
• I found it very strange that someone was glassed in this restaurant at 9am and then knocked unconscious
• The diners kept eating and the serving staff kept on with their jobs
• We returned for dinner the same evening and the person had simply been moved to a leather booth and was reading a book while waiting for the ambulance
• One of the best restaurant for the breakfast
• The origins of the ritual are still unclear
• The Duchess is said to have invited friends to her private quarters for a pot of tea and a light snack
• I visited Balthazar (Covent Garden) with my family since my brother loves snails
• I ordered the salmon with bagel while my ordered a risotto
• We all enjoyed the food the complimentary bread basket was delightful
• The ambience was simple and classy
• Went for dinner with my sister in the noon and all we can see there was Balthazar and we just checked in to have our food
• Located in heart of London Balthazar (Covent Garden) is easy to reach with some amazing food cuisine being offered along with friendly service
• One of the best french cuisine restaurants in London
• Tried their almond waffle and believe me taste was so great that I ate this type of waffle for the first time in my life and will definitely try again and again
• I have been here many times for cocktails or coffee and cake but this was my first visit for lunch
• The service was efficient and pleasant and the restaurant is charming inside
• My friend had a seared tuna salad which was amazing and I had lobster spagetti which was fabulous
• You can pre book a table on their website which I would recommend as it is always very busy

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