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Balboa

Old Montreal
4.5$$
OPEN5 pm - 10 pm
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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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4.5177 ratings
5★
76%
4★
9%
3★
5%
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6%
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on Google4.5 (100+)
*as of 2026-07-15
4.5177 ratings
5★
76%
4★
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Review Summary

Balboa offers a highly regarded dining experience in Old Montreal, frequently praised for its delicious wood-fired sourdough pizzas, fresh ingredients, and flavorful pasta dishes. Many visitors highlight the vibrant, cozy, and artsy atmosphere, which serves as a great backdrop for both casual outings and special occasions. While the vast majority of guests commend the professional and friendly staff for their attentive service, some diners have noted occasional inconsistencies in service speed or felt that prices were high for the portion sizes. Overall, the restaurant is widely considered a must-visit spot in the city, with standouts like the tiramisu and specialty cocktails consistently impressing those who dine there.
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Oma
5.0

Chino was amazing!!!

Jun 26, 2026
on Google
Teodor
5.0

Great experience, the food was delicious & our waitress Zoya was exceptional, kind, attentive & very welcoming! 10/10

Jun 24, 2026
on Google
Mohamed
5.0

On a adorer le restau, c'est une des meilleures pizzas au vieux port
Zoya, la serveuse, était vraiment attentive à tous nos besoins! je recommande

Jun 23, 2026
on Google
Marcos
5.0

Excellent - thank you

Jun 23, 2026
on Google
Linda
5.0

Zoya was wonderful & the food was supe

Jun 21, 2026
on Google
JoJo
5.0

Super nice staff & absolutely delicious food.

Jun 21, 2026
on Google
Corey
5.0

Victor & the entire staff were amazing! Great vibe! Great food! Unique flavors. You MUST visit this spot when you visit Montreal!

Jun 21, 2026
on Google
Andrew
5.0

Nice pizzas small selection but some good woodfire options. Service was excellent & good options for seating were available.

Jun 21, 2026
on Google
Nathalie
5.0

Merci à notre super serveur Chino pour avoir rendu la soirée encore plus adorable!! Bonne bouffe, excellent service & le Tiramisu 🥰🥰🥰

Jun 20, 2026
on Google
Shelby
5.0

Absolutely amazing. A must try!!

Jun 20, 2026
on Google
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