This traditional French brasserie in SoHo remains one of New York's best. Offers one of the largest oyster and shellfish bars in the city and boasts a selection of more than 300 French wines. Try the signature salad. Monday-Friday for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Saturday and Sunday for brunch and dinner. Reservations recommended. $$. Most major credit cards. 80 Spring St., between Broadway and Crosby Street (subway line N or R to Prince Street; 6 to Spring Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-965-1414. http://www.balthazarny.com.
