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Balboa

Old Montreal
4.5$$
OPEN12 pm - 10 pm
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Balboa Old Montreal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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Reviews for Balboa

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on Google4.5 (100+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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76%
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Review Summary

Balboa is widely celebrated for its exceptional wood fired sourdough pizzas and high quality ingredients, consistently impressing diners with its authentic flavors and creative menu. Many guests describe the atmosphere as beautiful, cozy, and vibrant, making it an ideal setting for both casual gatherings and special occasions. While the vast majority of visitors highlight the friendly, attentive service and delicious cocktails, a few diners noted occasional delays in service or felt the pricing was on the higher side for the experience provided. Despite these mixed opinions on value and wait times, the restaurant remains a popular destination in Old Montreal, frequently praised for its charming decor, welcoming staff, and standout dishes like the Four Cheese pizza and homemade tiramisu.
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5.0

Balboa Pizzeria is absolutely fantastic! The pizza was fresh, flavorful, & cooked to perfection with a delicious crispy crust. The ingredients tasted high quality, & every bite was amazing. Zoya was friendly, welcoming, & provided excellent service from start to finish. The restaurant was clean, had a great atmosphere, & made for a wonderful dining experience. I highly recommend Balboa Pizzeria to anyone looking for delicious pizza & outstanding customer service. I'll definitely be coming back!

Jul 4, 2026
on Google

If you are a fan of rich, gooey, & perfectly balanced flavors, the Four Cheese Pizza at Bilboa Pizzeria is an absolute must-try. Bilboa takes a classic recipe & elevates it into a masterful combination of textures & tastes.

Jun 6, 2026
on Google

Came tonight & sorry worst pizza I ever sunk my teeth into . Rest assured never gonna see me at your establishment ever Soggy Soggy Gummy pizza Dough. Definitely not & I would definitely not reccomend this establishment called a pizzeria

May 23, 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

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

Appelés par les avis positifs nous nous sommes rendus dans cette nouvelle pizzeria à proximité du vieux port. Je dois dire que nous avons été vraiment déçus. Je commence tout de même par les points positifs :

- le nom de la pizzeria est cool & original
- la décoration est vraiment belle
- les serveurs sont tous excellents
- les toilettes réservent une surprise amusante
- l'emplacement est super

Mais est ce que tout cela suffit ? Malheureusement non puisque le gout n'est pas totalement au rendez vous. La margherita est loin d'être mauvaise je dirais même qu'elle est plutôt bonne bien que loin d'être excellente. La pizza aux champignons est quant à elle très fade, pas mauvaise encore une fois mais pas assez explosive, peu goutu en somme. Cela pourrait convenir si le prix n'était pas élevé mais alors voilà la somme déboursée : 71$ dollar (après taxe & pourboire) pour ces deux pizza & un coke. 71$ !!! pour des pizza moyennes. Avec 71$ nous pouvons faire tellement d'autres choses que manger deux pizza moyenne.

Alors pour éviter cette déception il faut vite penser à baisser les prix ou faire les meilleures pizza en ville.

Jul 11, 2025
on Google

Retro charm, sourdough pizzas that slap, & cocktails with serious spritz cred. Feels like your Italian grandma opened a pizzeria & invited the cool kids. Busy, lovely, & worth the carbs.

Pro tip: fried olives.

Jul 3, 2025
on Google