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Balvanera - NYC
4.7 (391)
$31 to $50
Argentinean
152 Stanton Street, New York, NY 10002
About this restaurant
- Neighborhood gem
- Charming
- Good for special occasions
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- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesArgentinean, Steak, South American
- Hours of operationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive chefFernando Navas
- CateringOur team is happy to bring the BALVANERA experience to your private event! Please complete the form on our website for the fastest response (as all of your details will be pre-populated for a proposal) or email events@balvanerarestaurants.com and we'll be in touch.
- Private party facilitiesLet's get this party started! Our intimate space can accommodate 56 guests for a seated brunch, lunch or dinner and 75 guests for passed bites and bar. We can create a package to match your budget, theme and culinary preferences!
- NeighborhoodLower East Side
- Cross streetSuffolk
- Parking detailsMake sure to bring some coins for Park meters
- Public transitWe're closest to the F and M train stop at Delancey Street and Essex!
- AdditionalBeer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Offers
BYOB Mondays
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates availableMon - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Reviews
OpenTable reviews from verified diners
Reviews from people who have dined at Balvanera - NYC.
4.7
4.7
- 4.7Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.5Value
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Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
390 Reviews
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Miles
New York City1 review
5.0Dined on August 6, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jan
New York City2 reviews
5.0Dined on August 5, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Ken
Los Angeles1 review
3.0Dined on August 1, 2026
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 3
- Ambience 3
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Max
Miami2 reviews
2.0Dined on July 28, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 1
- Service 1
- Ambience 3
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David
Los Angeles1 review
5.0Dined on July 19, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Osamu
New York City1 review
2.0Dined on July 3, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 5
- Service 1
- Ambience 1
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Ana Gold
New York City5 reviews
5.0Dined on June 28, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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William
New York City2 reviews
5.0Dined on June 28, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Nicolas
New York City2 reviews
5.0Dined on June 21, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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PaulD
New York City2 reviews
5.0Dined on June 15, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesArgentinean, Steak, South American
- Hours of operationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive chefFernando Navas
- CateringOur team is happy to bring the BALVANERA experience to your private event! Please complete the form on our website for the fastest response (as all of your details will be pre-populated for a proposal) or email events@balvanerarestaurants.com and we'll be in touch.
- Private party facilitiesLet's get this party started! Our intimate space can accommodate 56 guests for a seated brunch, lunch or dinner and 75 guests for passed bites and bar. We can create a package to match your budget, theme and culinary preferences!
- NeighborhoodLower East Side
- Cross streetSuffolk
- Parking detailsMake sure to bring some coins for Park meters
- Public transitWe're closest to the F and M train stop at Delancey Street and Essex!
- AdditionalBeer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
FAQs
Yes, Balvanera runs a Monday BYOB/no-corkage program and offers an Argentine Feast (the "Eat Like a Gaucho" / Argentine Feast menu) on Sunday–Thursday nights.
You can choose the cozy main dining room, sit at the bar, or enjoy outdoor seating when available.
Yes, Balvanera welcomes families: guests report dining comfortably with children, attentive staff, and accommodating seating for multi‑generation parties.
Yes, Balvanera features a noteworthy wine program focused on Argentine/South American selections, a curated beer selection, and fortified wines listed on the menu.
Yes, Balvanera offers outdoor seating; reviewers describe it as a beautiful, quiet spot to sit outside with enough space between tables.
The Entraña (skirt steak) is a standout, it appears on the menu and multiple guests specifically praise the entraña/skirt steak as a highlight.
Balvanera feels warm and cozy with a bistro-like, intimate setting, windowed on both sides with pleasant music, and a convivial energy that can get louder when the room fills.
Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed attire works well, and many guests mention dressing up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions at Balvanera.
Mondays stand out for Balvanera’s vibrant BYOB night, and Sunday–Thursday evenings are highlighted for the Argentine Feast experience.
Small plates are often generously portioned, and the Argentine Feast (including a Tabla de Carnes for 2pp) is served family-style for sharing.
Yes, Balvanera’s cozy, intimate atmosphere, excellent wine list, and multiple glowing anniversary and date-night mentions make it a lovely choice for a special evening.
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