Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 1163 reviews

What Dasia Nitzsche likes about Balboa -b-que:
Had the Diablo burger and Pulled pork yesterday...both were fantastic! Served with seasoned french fries...very good! Staff was friendly, place was really clean. Sat outside and had a great lunch after biking from Newport Beach. View all feedback.

What Venus G doesn't like about Balboa -b-que:
If you're looking for a bar with completely lacking hospitality, this is the spot for you. The bartender, Roddy, has a rather grumpy demeanor and might be better off staying home. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

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4.6 ★ from 16 reviews
Caroline
21.10.2022 - 05:05

One of the best burgers I've ever had! (and I know good burgers) place is clean. the menu is large. sauces are made in the house. the sitting in the courtyard a...

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Enid
21.10.2022 - 05:05

Great food! It was such a pleasant surprise to discover this ingenious BBQ spot. The brisket fries were fantastic without being overdone or overloaded. They hav...

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Margarita
21.10.2022 - 05:05

Fantastic eating! definitely the calorie that our favorites were the brisket fries. we're coming back.

Caroline
21.10.2022 - 05:05

Best gay and hot dog ever. moisturity and full taste. brot was perfect.

Margarita
21.10.2022 - 05:05

Great lunch we really liked most of the dishes. The Street Hot Dog was our favorite, the kids meals were awesome (best kids meal burger I've seen) we didn't lov...

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Sirved
4.2 ★ from 254 reviews
Caroline
13.06.2023 - 13:41

As residents of Kansas City, Missouri, we're big fans of BBQ and make a point to try local barbecue wherever we go. Our experience at this restaurant was just o...

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Margarita
13.06.2023 - 13:41

My wife and I have traveled across three states in recent years, and I have to say that the BBQ Burger here was one of the best we've ever had! It was perfectly...

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Kariane
13.06.2023 - 13:41

One of the best burgers I’ve ever had!! (And I really know my burgers.) The restaurant is clean, and the menu offers a wide variety of options. The sauces are h...

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Flo
13.06.2023 - 13:41

Great food! Such a surprise to find here ingenious Bbq! Brisket-Fries were great....not loaded with a bunch of dumplings. They didn't jump on the brisket or pom...

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Priscilla
13.06.2023 - 13:41

Fantastic food! Definitely worth the calories our favorite were the brisket fries. We will be back.

Google
4.3 ★ from 170 reviews
Markos
25.03.2024 - 03:33

This is a fantastic restaurant with excellent customer service. We ordered ribs and hamburgers, and both were amazing! The ribs were delicious and cooked to per...

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Apexer6ix
25.03.2024 - 03:33

This is the best BBQ you can find in Orange County (though that's not saying much), but it's the best you can get around here.

Haley
25.03.2024 - 03:33

This place was so delicious that we decided to stop by again on our way to the airport while staying in Anaheim. It was really that good! Unfortunately, we coul...

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Cris
25.03.2024 - 03:33

Surprised to find such amazing BBQ on a pier. The Texas Sausage was incredible. Pulled pork, and mac cheese all fantastic. We highly recommend it.

Yelp
3.0 ★ from 116 reviews
Ash
14.08.2023 - 07:55

We were just looking to pass the time before our boat tour, hoping to enjoy a beer and play some pool. However, Jeff truly made it a memorable experience...

Venus
14.08.2023 - 07:55

If you're looking for a bar with completely lacking hospitality, this is the spot for you. The bartender, Roddy, has a rather grumpy demeanor and might be bette...

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Zack
14.08.2023 - 07:55

This place doesn't offer much beyond its decor. There are pool tables, and the beer selection is decent. Overall, it has the same vibe as countless other bars t...

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 38 reviews
Int Restaurants
3.5 ★ from 214 reviews
Restaurantji
4.5 ★ from 202 reviews
Gastroranking-us
3.2 ★ from 153 reviews

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