Balboa invite les gourmets au cœur du Vieux-Montréal, où pavés et lumière créent une ambiance à la fois intime et urbaine. L’établissement propose une cuisine contemporaine aux influences globales, conçue avec des produits de saison sélectionnés auprès de partenaires locaux de confiance. Dans un cadre chaleureux et lumineux, Balboa privilégie un service attentif et une présentation soignée, points forts qui font écho à l'élan créatif du quartier. Le lieu invite à la flânerie dans les ruelles historiques puis à s'installer pour un repas qui favorise la conversation et la découverte. Que l'on vienne pour une soirée entre amis ou un dîner plus posé, Balboa offre une expérience montréalaise mémorable, où l'élégance moderne dialogue avec l'âme du Vieux-Montréal.
Balboa offre une ambiance chaleureuse dans le Vieux Montréal avec des pizzas au feu de bois et des plats comme des pâtes, appréciée pour des ingrédients frais et une croûte au levain, ainsi que pour les cocktails qui accompagnent le repas. L'atmosphère et le service sont souvent salués comme accueillants et efficaces, avec un personnel sympathique et des serveurs attentifs. Les avis sur le rapport qualité-prix et les délais varient: certains estiment que les pizzas, les pâtes et les boissons valent le prix, tandis que d'autres trouvent le service lent et les prix élevés pour ce qui est proposé. Malgré quelques réserves, l'impression générale est positive et beaucoup envisagent de revenir ou de revenir lors d'un prochain passage à Montréal. Dans l'ensemble, Balboa est perçu comme une adresse fiable pour une soirée décontractée, particulièrement pour les amateurs de pizzas à croûte au levain et d'une ambiance animée.
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!
Balboa Montreal Review: Great Vibes, Amazing Service...but is the pizza worth the Old Montreal price tag?
Old Montreal is buzzing, & Balboa is the hot new spot everyone's talking about! As a self-proclaimed foodie, I had to check out this June 2025 opening, especially after hearing whispers it has the'best pizza in town.'
The short version? It's gorgeous, the service is flawless, but my wallet is still crying. Here's the breakdown.
The Vibe & Service: 10/10
From the moment you walk in, the place is a stunner. Located right in the heart of tourist-central Old Montreal, Balboa delivers on ambiance. The decor is absolutely beautiful so think exposed brick, warm wood beams, & chic, twinkling lights. It felt festive & intimate, perfect for a Saturday night dinner with friends.
The service was truly the standout of the evening. Our server was amazing, attentive, & incredibly friendly. They made the entire experience feel special, & I genuinely cannot fault the staff at all.
The Food & Value:
We booked a table for four people & started with the pepperoni pizza & a fresh caprese salad (which was delicious, as you can see!).
The wood-fired pizza itself (the one I was told was the best in town) was good. It had a great crust with those nice, charred bubbles & quality toppings. However, was it'the best pizza in town'? Honestly, no. It was solid, but didn't blow me away.
& here's where my'underwhelmed' feeling comes in: the price. Being charged $25 for a pepperoni pizza & $20 for an average cocktail (hello, Espresso Martini!) feels excessive, even for a prime tourist location. The prices definitely reflect the location & the stunning fit-out more than the culinary execution.
Bottom Line: You're paying a premium for the stunning atmosphere, the phenomenal service, & the Old Montreal postcode. If you're looking for mind-blowing pizza value, you might want to look elsewhere. If you're looking for a guaranteed beautiful night out with perfect service, this is it!
7 déc. 2025
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Family of four, with an 11 year & 3 year old. We came when they opened, 5pm. One of the best meals we have had in years.
Zucchini appetizer was out of this world amazing.
Everyone's pizza was some of the best you can have. My wife who doesn't like pizza proclaimed to our amazing server'this is the best pizza she had ever had!'
I had the pepperoni, my wife had the vegetarian & our kids split the four cheese. Amazing location, phenomenal food & great staff!
New restaurant in early 2025 so they havent stacked the reviews yet but Balboa is onto something & they will be well known very soon!
The food is amazing!!! So delicious that we have to unbutton our pants to make more room 😭🙏🏻🍕 we ordered Pepperoni pizza, Vegetarian pizza & Funghi tagliatelle, & the flavours of all are worth for the price. The space is such a vibe, cozy & if you are with your group, it's intimate in a way that you all will enjoy the conversation with one another while enjoying the food in front of you. Wonderful service as well! Very welcoming & friendly. Truly a great place to dine & enjoy the night out ☺?
Nous avons eu un délicieux souper au Balboa. Les arancinis aux petits pois étaient surprenament bons! Nous avons essayé les pizzas au four au pepperoni & Funghi. Excellents cocktails également.
