Balzem

4.1

515 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Great for brunch

Balzem is where you begin a tour of the northern Mediterranean coastline. From the celebrated culinary culture of Provence in Southern France to some of Italy's most elegant and refined cuisines such as in Campania, and reaching all the way to the light and carrying flavors of the Aegean coastline. Complete your journey with a selection of wine or beer from these cultural regions and other celebrated vineyards around the globe.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(646) 837-7033
Website
http://www.balzem.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering available
Private party facilities
Pls call to discuss

Location
202 Mott Street, New York, NY 10012
Area
NoLita
Cross Street
Spring
Parking details
Street parking and paid parking lots
Public transit
6 train Spring Street stop within 2 blocks
Entertainment
Music, ambiance
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Offers

Tuesday Nights With Ceviche
Multiple dates available
Sun - Wed - 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Tuesday night ceviche with our signature traditional recipe with octopus, tuna, shrimp, pico de gallo and avocado with secret orange dressing.

Avocado Toast*USD 14.00
avocado spread on focaccia with a poached egg and spices on top
Poached Eggs Balzem Way*USD 14.00
Tava EggsUSD 14.00
scrambled eggs with beef sausage, mushroom, italian peppers and cheese
French Toast*USD 14.00
with fruits
Spinach & Egg SkilletUSD 15.00
basted eggs on sauteed spinach, red lentil, beef sausage
Open Face*USD 14.00
scrambled eggs on rosemary focaccia, with avocado, tomato, parmesan
Steak & EggsUSD 19.00
cooked to choice, with sliced 4oz ribeye pan seared
Omelette BalzemUSD 14.00
with beef sausage, mushroom, italian peppers, and cheese
Lavash Egg Wrap*USD 14.00
salami, eggs, italian peppers, cheese, hollandaise wrapped in toasted lavash
Mediterranean Breakfast PlatterUSD 16.00
feta & kashkaval cheese, tomato, cucumber, olives, fig and rose jam, and beef sausage
Blueberry Pancakes*USD 14.00
with fresh fruits on the side
Fruit BowlUSD 11.00

Antipasti

CheeseUSD 19.00
CharcuterieUSD 19.00

Sandwiches

Add cheese to any sandwich for $2. Sandwiches served with greens

Grilled Chicken*USD 14.00
with pesto, tomato, greens, on focaccia
Ribeye Sandwich*USD 14.00
with aioli, caramelized onions and peppers and cheese, on rosemary focaccia
Caprese*USD 14.00
with fresh basil, tomato, pesto, on focaccia
Burger Balzem*USD 14.00
8oz beef, balzem sauce, tomato, arugula, sesame seed bun
Portobello Burger*USD 14.00
with sundried tomato, spinach, tomato

Sides

Grilled AsparagusUSD 5.00
Spinach SauteUSD 9.00
French FriesUSD 4.00
Potato Gratin*USD 10.00
AvocadoUSD 5.00

Balzem Flatbread Pizza

all pizza made with flatbread and asiago cheese

Mushroom, Truffle Oil*USD 15.00
Artichoke & Prosciutto di Parman* **USD 15.00
Tomato & Beef Sausage*USD 15.00

Mezzes / Tapas

BurrataUSD 13.00
with tomato, basil and balsamic reduction
Hummus Balzem*USD 8.00
with toasted pita
Babaganoush*USD 8.00
yogurt, parsley, pita
Spicy Feta Dip* **USD 9.00
walnut, spices, cucumber, pita
OctopusUSD 16.00
spanish pulpo cooked in red wine sauce, pan seared and served on arugula salad
Zucchini Pancakes*USD 13.00
dill, parsley, scallion, feta, egg, flour
Italian MeatballsUSD 15.00
with veal, pine nut, raisin, parmesan, spices, tomato sauce
Artichoke Dip*USD 15.00
with shrimp, spinach, gruyere
Phyllo Rolls*USD 10.00
feta cheese and parsley
Truffle Mac & Cheese*USD 14.00
Manti*USD 16.00
Authentic Turkish beef dumplings with yogurt, butter, dry herbs; only for the yogurt lover!

Soup

Chicken Orzo*USD 8.00
Lentil with SausageUSD 8.00

Salad

add chicken, steak, tuna or shrimp $6

QuinoaUSD 14.00
arugula, asparagus, roasted walnuts, apples
Arugula & Spring MixUSD 10.00
tomato, cucumber, herbs, fresh lemon and olive oil dressing
ShepherdUSD 14.00
tomato, cucumber, green pepper, parsley, olive, red onion, mint, lemon dressing
MelonUSD 15.00
watermelon, prosciutto, cantaloupe, arugula with feta on the side

Grilled Brochette

Lamb, Chicken or Ribeye*USD 19.00
grilled on skewers, served with potato gratin, herb dip, yogurt dip, lavash

Pasta

Pasta* **USD 18.00
fettucini, pesto, w/chicken or shrimp

Drinks

MimosaUSD 7.00
Fresh Orange JuiceUSD 5.00
Bloody MaryUSD 12.00

What 515 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Balzem offers a cozy, inviting atmosphere with "excellent Mediterranean fusion" cuisine. Known for "attentive and friendly" service, it's a great spot for brunch or dinner with friends. While some reviews note loud music and table management issues, the "delicious food" and "warm hospitality" make it a delightful dining experience.

515 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Rhode Island2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice ambience and a menu that has options for everyone. Very warm and friendly staff that understood great hospitality. Do visit them.
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Stephanie VIP
New York City12 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
SO good! It was a little louder than I expected, the night we went for dinner around 6:30PM in February had a DJ which I thought was a bit much. It also felt a bit pricey but the food was really good! I’d definitely go back but, I wouldn’t totally recommend for a date night or something more intimate.
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Laura
New York City2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Waiters were not attentive or friendly. Food was not good. Price was cheap
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Angela
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is so cute inside and the staff is very nice. The food was so good! I had the burger and it was so juicy and delicious. Way overpriced hummus platter, but overall great dinner.
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Bianca VIP
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great service!! very kind staff and the food was 10/10
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Matthias
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Expensive food (different price on website vs in person), small portions, chalky textured dips, lukewarm under seasoned meats
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Chris VIP
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Brunch place. Good vibes and tasty food. Service very good
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Serafim
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
2nd time eating here, and will not be the last. Some of the best Mediterranean cuisine in the city, hands down. The grilled Shrimp Skewer and the octopus salad is to die for. 10/10 recommend
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Michelle
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food !!! A gem in nyc ! Will definitely go back !
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Michael
New York City17 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food, service, ambience were great, no complaints about them. The mandatory 25% tip for groups of 6 or more (we were 7) left a really nasty taste in our mouths. We didn't know it was mandatory, usually we leave the standard: 18%. But we had no choice, it was mandatory.
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FAQs

Balzem does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now, Postmates and Uber Eats. Balzem also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (646) 837-7033.

Balzem is rated 4.1 stars by 515 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

202 Mott Street, New York, NY 10012

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Spring
Area
NoLita
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking and paid parking lots
Public transit
6 train Spring Street stop within 2 blocks
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Music, ambiance
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.balzem.com/
Phone number
(646) 837-7033
Catering
Catering available
Private party facilities
Pls call to discuss

Balzem

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Tuesday Nights With Ceviche

Brunch

Avocado Toast*USD 14.00

Poached Eggs Balzem Way*USD 14.00

Tava EggsUSD 14.00

French Toast*USD 14.00

Spinach & Egg SkilletUSD 15.00

Open Face*USD 14.00

Steak & EggsUSD 19.00

Omelette BalzemUSD 14.00

Lavash Egg Wrap*USD 14.00

Mediterranean Breakfast PlatterUSD 16.00

Blueberry Pancakes*USD 14.00

Fruit BowlUSD 11.00

Antipasti

CheeseUSD 19.00

CharcuterieUSD 19.00

Sandwiches

Grilled Chicken*USD 14.00

Ribeye Sandwich*USD 14.00

Caprese*USD 14.00

Burger Balzem*USD 14.00

Portobello Burger*USD 14.00

Sides

Grilled AsparagusUSD 5.00

Spinach SauteUSD 9.00

French FriesUSD 4.00

Potato Gratin*USD 10.00

AvocadoUSD 5.00

Balzem Flatbread Pizza

Mushroom, Truffle Oil*USD 15.00

Artichoke & Prosciutto di Parman* **USD 15.00

Tomato & Beef Sausage*USD 15.00

Mezzes / Tapas

BurrataUSD 13.00

Hummus Balzem*USD 8.00

Babaganoush*USD 8.00

Spicy Feta Dip* **USD 9.00

OctopusUSD 16.00

Zucchini Pancakes*USD 13.00

Italian MeatballsUSD 15.00

Artichoke Dip*USD 15.00

Phyllo Rolls*USD 10.00

Truffle Mac & Cheese*USD 14.00

Manti*USD 16.00

Soup

Chicken Orzo*USD 8.00

Lentil with SausageUSD 8.00

Salad

QuinoaUSD 14.00

Arugula & Spring MixUSD 10.00

ShepherdUSD 14.00

MelonUSD 15.00

Grilled Brochette

Lamb, Chicken or Ribeye*USD 19.00

Pasta

Pasta* **USD 18.00

Drinks

MimosaUSD 7.00

Fresh Orange JuiceUSD 5.00

Bloody MaryUSD 12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Does Balzem offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Balzem restaurant rated?

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Dining areas

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