Balboa Italian Restaurant
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This place is run like a machine. So busy with takeaways three seatings a night on each table. But run professionally and efficiently. The scallops were tasty. The burrata was enjoyable. The steak tartare had a good flavour but the smallest size of steak tartare I have ever been served anywhere. Our mains were excellent. The goat pasta was very good. My risotto was massive and nice. I loved the roast cauliflower and salads were great. Service was excellent. Overall a great place. Would def recommend and would return. It is expensive tho.
We had a beautiful experience at Balboa, the atmosphere was stunning and the food had absolutely amazing taste. The quick and friendly service definitely added to the great night. Our server Ava was the best! Our starter of the burrata and focaccia was delicious, wouldn’t have gotten anything else for our first time here. For mains we got the chestnut gnocchi and tagliatelle, the tagliatelle stood out with the tasty prawns. The gnocchi was yum but very filling so keep that in mind! We’d love to be back next time we’re in the area!
One of the best restaurants on the east coast of Australia. Service was excellent. Cocktails were amazing. Food was excellent, the pizza was delicious the gnocchi was to die for and the fish of the day was 10/10. Ava was the most amazing beautiful and delicious waitress you could have asked for. She was fantastic with her choice of food, cocktails and wine 🍷
Our experience was next level. The vibe created a transportation to a village in Italy. The food was exceptional. I appreciated the availability of gluten free and soy free food so I could enjoy the meal. It was tantalising with an effect on the palate that carried you through hours later. Everything ordered was full of flavour and cooked perfectly. The seafood marinara and honey carrots were incredible. We have told everyone about Balboa and can not wait to dine there again. Keep up the amazing work and hold onto the awesome staff you have. The Chefs were incredible and lovely to speak to and Sophia was informative, knowledgeable and very efficient in her work. The entire experience was one we will be speaking of until our next visit. Thank you to all.
We could not commend this venue & its team more highly. Having eaten all over Australia & around the world Balboa would slot into the top 5. Interesting history of the location and venue. Well put together with interesting highlights - vespa scooter, wood fired oven, temperature controlled wine, sit up bar. We came with several dietary restrictions & I'd been particularly unwell for several days before our dinner - the wait & kitchen staff did an incredible job at catering to our needs for which we are very grateful. Carefully considered and thought out menu, of local and Italian ingredients. Don't come here to eat in a rush, it will disappoint. This restaurant and menu are all about the experience. The bar tenders are true craftsmen and we enjoyed being seated at a table where we could watch their mixology. The meals were beautifully cooked and presented and the staff were helpful and attentive. Dining for one to large groups, indoor, outdoor & private (wheelchair access). Onsite restrooms. Parking on local streets.
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