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Balboa

Handcrafted pasta and signature thin-crust pizza define the heart of Old Montreal dining.

Old Montreal
4.4$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 5 pm
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PizzaPastaItalianGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of wines
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About

Balboa presents an authentic Italian culinary journey, specializing in classic pizza and pasta dishes crafted with time-honored techniques. Patrons can anticipate a diverse selection of traditional antipasti, expertly prepared pasta entrees, and signature pizzas fired to perfection. The ambiance provides a comfortable setting for enjoying hearty, flavorful Italian cuisine. Each dish reflects a commitment to fresh ingredients and robust, satisfying flavors, making it a go-to destination for Italian food enthusiasts seeking genuine taste and quality.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Balboa located?

Balboa is located at 105 Rue St-Paul O, Montreal, H2Y 1Z3. in the neighborhood of Old Montreal.

When is Balboa open?

CLOSED NOW Opens Tomorrow at 5 pm

Monday5 pm - 10 pm
Tuesday5 pm - 10 pm
Wednesday5 pm - 10 pm
Thursday12 pm - 10 pm
Friday12 pm - 10 pm
Saturday12 pm - 10 pm
Sunday12 pm - 10 pm
Does Balboa accept reservations?

Yes, Balboa accepts table reservations online.

Does Balboa offer online ordering?

Yes, Balboa offers online ordering for delivery.

Does Balboa have a menu available?

While a dedicated menu isn't hosted directly on this profile, you can visit their official website to view current offerings.

What are the main cuisines at Balboa?

Balboa specializes in:

What are the main features and amenities at Balboa?
Does Balboa have a website?

Yes, Balboa has an official website. You can visit it here:

Does Balboa have social media links or a Google Business profile?

We do not have social media links on file for Balboa, but here is their Google Business profile link:

How can I contact Balboa?

You can reach Balboa through the following channels:

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Reviews for Balboa

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on Google4.5 (200+)
*as of 2026-09-01
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Review Summary

Balboa is widely celebrated for its exceptional, high-quality wood-fired pizzas, featuring a standout sourdough crust and fresh, flavorful ingredients that many diners consider among the best in Old Montreal. The restaurant is consistently praised for its warm, stylish, and inviting atmosphere, which makes it a popular destination for both intimate dates and group gatherings. While service can occasionally feel overwhelmed during peak hours, most guests highlight the staff as incredibly attentive, welcoming, and knowledgeable, often noting that the friendly team members go above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience. Despite some observations regarding pricing and wait times, the overall consensus points to a vibrant, delicious, and must-visit spot that consistently delivers quality food in a beautifully designed setting.
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Great food! We had Pomodoro pasta & mushroom fungi pizza & it was delicious! The pizzas are large & great for sharing. Amazing atmosphere with great music! I would definitely recommend!!

May 14, 2026
on Google

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
on Google

Had such a great experience at this restaurant! 🍕🍝

We ordered pizza & pasta, & both were absolutely delicious.

The atmosphere was warm & welcoming, making it a great place to relax & enjoy a meal.

The staff were friendly & attentive, which made the whole experience even better.

If you're looking for a spot to enjoy amazing pizza & pasta, this place is definitely worth a visit. We'll definitely be coming back!

Mar 6, 2026
on Google

Delicious food the service was great our waiter was attentive & very friendly answering all our questions the restaurant itself was so fun with great decorations & atmosphere & the pizza was some of the best I've had with a homemade sourdough crust & tasty toppings & the rest of my party said the pasta & drinks were also very good quality.

Feb 6, 2026
on Google

Nice place & the staff is super nice & friendly.
Had dinner here for new years even & everything went smoothly.

I've had pizza at many places in the city & this is definitely not my favourite. The pizza is good, but the dough doesn't stand out as well as the toppings.

We had the pepperoni & fungi pizzas. The pepperoni amount is generous & the fungi is not bad. However, the dough isn't up to par & the pizza doesn't stand out in any way. Just for the price & I was expecting more, compared to some other places I've tried in the city.

The bolognese pasta was very underwhelming. The tomato sauce was basic, not a lot of meat. I wouldn't recommend.

If I'm in the area & I crave a quick pizza, I might grab one, other than that, I wouldn't come back here.

The pizza & pasta are pretty mid. However very cute space & good service!

Jan 7, 2026
on Google

Fun date night at Balboa Pizzeria in Montreal with a great atmosphere & really good food. We shared the mushroom pasta & the margarita pizza & both were delicious. Would definitely come back 🍕✨

Jan 7, 2026
on Google

The service was mediocre. The appetizer & pasta were just okay but the pizza was terrible! They are cheap on there toppings so all your are eating is ordinary dough. Skip this place, you're not missing much!

Jan 4, 2026
on Google

Me & my friends spontaneously picked this restaurant earlier in the day while we were in Old Port because of Italian food craving. First thing we noticed was how welcoming Dil (sorry i might've misheard his name but the server with curly hair & glasses working a dinner shift oct. 28) was 😁 we were asked where we wanted to sit & was able to grab the table with a rear view of the whole restaurant. We're from Toronto so the interiors of the restaurants in our area aren't usually spacious but we were actually amazes by how nice the interior of the restaurant. Food was amazing. The pepporoni pizza was cooked in wood oven & has the perfect balance between salty & sweet. They were very generous with the pepporoni too. The vegetarian pizza tasted so fresh & flavourful, the pesto wasn't overpowering anything & the vegetables are perfectly cooked. Funghi pasta was probably the best funghi pasta we've ever had. Our server specifically said they cook it Italian style, so there's really not much cream but the flavour would still be there. For someone who gets tired of cream-heavy food, this was probably the most perfectly cooked funghi pasta for us. Service was perfect. Our server wasn't really on our face the whole time, would check up on us to ask how the food is so far & then later on pour us water. We didn't really need to ask for more things as we felt like everything was provided. Honestly, we don't speak French so it was nice being served nicely still despite the language barrier. The overall vibe of the restaurant was definitely a 10/10. It's so sad that they don't have a branch in Toronto but we would definitely go back when we get the chance! 🤍

Oct 29, 2025
on Google

Excellent food like eating in Italy. The pasta servings are a bit small but richnon favou

Sep 7, 2025
on Google

Really nice decor, service is impecable, staff was friendly, food was on point. Wood fire to steal my heart. Pasta al dente! Cocktails were amazing. Highly recomend this experience. Cant wait to go again & try something new-- im sure will be delish.

Sep 6, 2025
on Google