Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

5 pm - 10 pm

Thursday

5 pm - 11 pm

Friday

5 pm - 11 pm

Saturday

5 pm - 11 pm

Sunday

5 pm - 10 pm

Balboa in Old Montreal offers Italian fare anchored by wood-fired pizzas with a standout organic sourdough crust, complemented by pasta, antipasti, and desserts that many reviews call delicious. The ambiance is repeatedly described as beautiful and inviting, providing a lively yet intimate backdrop for casual nights out or dates. Service is praised for being attentive and friendly, and the cocktails and wine list receive positive mentions, though several visits note slow or inconsistent service and long waits for drinks or dishes at busy times. The pizza is often the star, with reviewers praising the crust and toppings as among the best in town, while a few say the price is high for the value and some pizzas do not rise above the ordinary. Dishes such as fungi pasta and arancini are highlighted as excellent, whereas some patrons found the bolognese or certain plates underwhelming. Overall the place is seen as a stylish and reliable destination in the area that delivers strong pizza and atmosphere, with many diners planning to return to try more of the menu.

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Naghmeh

5.0

We stopped here for a late dinner. It was a really nice pizzeria with a casual yet artsy feeling vibe. The staff were so friendly & fun. The drinks were great. The pizzas were AMAZING! Thin crust fresh & flavourful ingredients. We had two pasta dishes & they were okay but they paled in comparison to the pizzas. We ordered the Margherita, the pizza Bianca with the fennel sausage & the 4-cheese pizza. We'll have to make this a destination for our next visit to old Montreal.

Mar 21, 2026

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Sloane

Walked in off the street not expecting much but the fungi pizza & carpaccio were amazing! The staff were very professional but casual at the same time, made for a very pleasant evening.

Nov 7, 2025

Jeff

J'ai adoré le design du restaurant! L'ambiance était casual & relax, musique pas trop forte & nous avons reçu un très bon service!
Merci au professionnalisme & au sourire de Maryse! Je recommande!

Aug 24, 2025

Paul

4.0

Bit of an odd place with very casual staff supporting an upscale pizza & wine menu. Food was tasty & the layout of the restaurant is novel with a raised rear dining area.

Jul 24, 2025

Amy

Absolutely loved the vibe at Balboa! The pizza is seriously next level (sourdough crust is a game changer). Great spot for a casual night out with friends or date night. Service was friendly & fast too. Can't wait to go back!

Jul 3, 2025

Tyler

Great'Za! As a Montrealer I normally don't have high expectations for restaurants in the Old Port. But WOW! A great casual dining experience featuring some impressive Neapolitan style pizzas that are sure to scratch your itch for delicious''Za!

Jun 28, 2025

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