The Balboa

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1863 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
Classic Cocktail, Beer, & Burger Bar Located in the Banker's Hill Neighborhood of San Diego, Ca.

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4.5960 reviews
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Nicole R.
10/25/2025

I haven't been to The Balboa in years and I'm happy to see it's still standing after the pandemic. We came here during Happy Hour on a Thursday to watch the football game and grab something quick....

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Jason B.
10/26/2025

Visited the Chula location and decided to hit the one in my hood... Ordered at the bar and sat in the lower level, though the arcade was appealing. Burgers and fries delivered promptly and cooked...

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Michael B.
10/2/2025

Used to have a ton of live music, but I think that part of the business has died. It's a relatively quiet block in Bankers Hill. There's SRO right next door to it and a CVS, and those are really...

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peter n.
12/4/2025

Haven't been to this bar in a while and they expanded since I last visited. Their is now an arcade corner and a lower level with a pool table. Small menu located at the entrance where you order at...

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Janessa R.
12/14/2025

Bay area native and came here thinking it wouldn't be as good as in n out, but this might be the best burger I've had in my life. 100/10 highly recommend the original burger -- the homemade aioli...

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