Balboa propose un authentique voyage culinaire italien, spécialisé dans les classiques de la pizza et des pâtes préparés avec des techniques ancestrales. Les clients peuvent s'attendre à une sélection variée d'antipasti traditionnels, d'entrées de pâtes savamment exécutées et de pizzas signature cuites à la perfection. L'ambiance offre un cadre confortable pour déguster une cuisine italienne copieuse et savoureuse. Chaque plat reflète un engagement envers les ingrédients frais et les saveurs riches et satisfaisantes, en faisant une destination de choix pour les amateurs de cuisine italienne recherchant un goût et une qualité authentiques.
Balboa est largement reconnu pour ses pizzas au feu de bois exceptionnelles, dotées d'une croûte au levain remarquable et d'ingrédients frais et savoureux que beaucoup considèrent comme étant parmi les meilleures du Vieux-Montréal. Le restaurant est constamment félicité pour son atmosphère chaleureuse, élégante et accueillante, ce qui en fait une destination prisée tant pour les rendez-vous intimes que pour les sorties de groupe. Bien que le service puisse parfois paraître débordé durant les heures de pointe, la plupart des clients soulignent que le personnel est incroyablement attentionné, accueillant et compétent, notant souvent que les membres de l'équipe font tout leur possible pour assurer une expérience mémorable. Malgré quelques remarques concernant les prix et les délais d'attente, le consensus général décrit un établissement dynamique, délicieux et incontournable qui propose systématiquement une cuisine de qualité dans un cadre magnifiquement décoré.
We stopped at Balboa for an evening meal after a day of sightseeing in Montreal. The name immediately caught my attention-being a huge Rocky fan, I was hoping for a little'Yo, Adrian!' kind of experience. Unfortunately, the reality was nowhere near the movie. 😂
We ordered a Margarita pizza, another white pizza, a local Quebec beer, & a drink for my wife. The food itself was hot, fresh, high-quality, & genuinely tasty. Unfortunately, the service & atmosphere made the experience much less enjoyable.
It honestly looked like half the staff had called out. One waitress was running around trying to keep up with every table, a young gentleman was simultaneously mixing drinks, & another employee was doing her best to manage seating. The whole place felt extremely hectic, loud, & overcrowded. My wife's drink was also forgotten, & our food took roughly 20-30 minutes to arrive.
I completely understand that restaurants get slammed, & I wouldn't mind the chaos as much at a casual fast-food spot. But when you're spending $100+ on what is essentially two 12-inch pizzas & drinks, expectations naturally go up. At that price point, I expect the experience to be part of the meal-not something I have to fight through.
The food deserves credit because it was really good. Unfortunately, the service & chaotic atmosphere overshadowed it for us.
Ate here recently & normally don't leave reviews but the service & food was just incredible. Some the the best pizza I've had in Montreal, & our server Zoya was a breath of fresh air. She had amazing recommendations, a great sense of humor, & was incredibly attentive. I told her about my food sensitivities & preferences & she told me what vegetarian item on the menu would be a good fit, & offered a great & reasonable priced wine pairing. Had a great time here & will definitely come again.
Great Italian food in the heart of the old port in Montreal. The pizza is wood oven & delicious! It's got a great vibe with great service from Max. Definitely recommend eating here.
We had a reservation for last Sunday night & the table was ready as promised. Overall the food & atmosphere were great, a little expensive for pizza as others mentioned but it was fantastic. I don't mind paying as long as the food is good!
Service was a little slow, but the place was packed at 8pm on a Sunday!
