Balvanera

BALVANERA, Cocina Argentina by Chef Fernando Navas. Welcome to Balvanera!
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Locations:
152 Stanton Street, NYC ~ Lower East Side
1660 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh ~ Strip District
We can't wait to welcome you! We're located at 152 Stanton Street in the heart of Manhattan's ever-emerging Lower East Side Community. The first project of Argentine Chef Fernando Navas (Samba Brands Management, elBulli, Nobu), Balvanera represents the cuisine and spirit of Buenos Aires - porte

ña cuisine with influences from the dynamic regions of Argentina. The menu, from inspired and traditional small plates and composed vegetable dishes to signature carnes and friends&family style platos is a journey from Fernando's upbringing in Punta Alta through his time working in great kitchens in Barcelona, Miami and New York City. The beverage menu has been developed in collaboration with Argentine Sommelier Sebastian Koncurat Urondo. The program showcases a noteworthy selection of new world wines (primarily Argentine), some old world gems and a particular selection of beer (Argentine favorites and specialty brews developed by our friends). Wine is available by glass, carafe or bottle - accommodating guests with a wide range of options for a great value. For low alcohol libations, Balvanera highlights sherry, vermouth, specialty small batch aperitifs - as well as a Sangria de la Casa. Balvanera takes its name from a historic ‘barrio’, or neighborhood, of Buenos Aires where poets, musicians and creatives once convened. Entering the restaurant, guests will be welcomed by Balvanera’s Buenos Aires elegance and Lower East Side’s laid back charm. With two full sides of French doors, the corner space gets glorious sunshine by day and the LES' lights and action by night. On the soundtrack: A colorful rotation of American classic rock and jazz to funk and soul; Morrissey, Nina Simone, Amy Winehouse, David Bowie, Santigold) integrated with some more esoteric albums from Argentina and Spain. A huge contribution to the ‘feel’ of the space is the service: warm, friend-like hospitality. Staff will wear handsome leather-trimmed aprons by Fuga, Argentine designers and friends from Fernando’s hometown (which will soon be available on our website!)

07/17/2026

Vamos Argentina!!!! Catch all the action with us during THE FINAL this Sunday, July 19th at 3pm. We’re serving lunch and supper! Reservations required and available strictly through OpenTable starting tonight at 6pm ✨🇦🇷⚽️🏟️🙌

07/15/2026

Vamos Argentina!!!! Catch all the action with us for lunch Wednesday July 15th; game starts at 3pm. We’re serving lunch and supper! Reservations highly recommended- we are almost sold out. ✨🇦🇷⚽️🏟️🙌

07/09/2026

Vamos Argentina!!!! Catch all the action with us for dinner Saturday July 11th; game starts at 9pm. Reservations highly recommended- we are almost sold out. ✨🇦🇷⚽️🏟️🙌

07/06/2026

Vamos Argentina!!!! Catch all the action with us for lunch Tuesday, July 7th from 11am; game starts at 12pm. Reservations recommended. ✨🇦🇷⚽️🏟️🙌
We’re requesting a $40pp minimum spend on food/bev to support our team.

07/02/2026

Friends! Our very own Chef Fernando Navas is cooking at Platform by JBF on Wednesday, July 15th in collaboration with acclaimed Chef Felipe Donnelly of Colonia Verde. Dinner will be paired with incredible wines kindly contributed by NYC favorite, Skurnik Wines & Spirits, and a beautiful vermut Spritz to kick off the evening thanks to La Fuerza Bar⚡

Don’t miss this one-night-only event in celebration of Argentina, Colombia, and the World Cup! Tickets are available on the Platform by James Beard website and in our bio. Please send us a message if you plan to make it so we can say hello in person! ✨

06/26/2026

Vamos Argentina!!!! Catch all the action with us Saturday June 27th. Come for dinner and stay late! Game starts at 10pm. Reservations recommended.

04/22/2026

We are proud to welcome talented Argentine Chef Patricio Negro of Mar del Plata’s acclaimed Sarasanegro to New York City! Join us for this exciting evening of his special dishes alongside our signature menu.

Dinner reservations can be booked as usual through OpenTable. We’ll have some awesome wines in house to pair with Chef Negro’s creations.

DISHES COMING SOON

This special evening comes as part of BALVANERA Presents: - an awesome line up of culinary, cocktail and wine collaborations hosted by Chef Fernando Navas and Meredith Boyle in Pittsburgh and NYC.

Special thanks to our sponsor for helping us to bring incredible culinary collaborations to Pittsburgh & NYC and to showcase the culture of Argentina in the United States.

And to for contributing its extraordinary caviar.
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10/20/2025

Meet the Winemaker! This Thursday, October 23rd Manu Michelini is in the house! Hailing from Rioja Alavesa, Spain - Manu presents his incredible wines from Dominio Del Challao. Join us for this one-night-only event, available when you book for dinner via OpenTable. Don’t miss it!

05/05/2025

Shout out to every kind of MAMA out there this week, this Sunday, and really, every day.

Join us at BALVANERA NYC for Brunch or Sunday Supper! Reservations via OpenTable.

❤️

01/27/2025

Come and celebrate True Love in every shape and form at Balvanera. ❤️
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Address

152 Stanton St
New York, NY
10002

Website

http://www.balvanerarestaurants.com/

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