Balboa Cafe

The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers


Equal parts bar and grill, Balboa is a mainstay for classic cooking in a pub operational since 1913. The decor retains an old-world look, with massive oak bar, wood-paneled walls and brass trim – a fitting backdrop for well-wrought cocktails and dishes including Caesar salad, steaks and burgers. Local luminaries frequent the bar. Good brunch. Make reservations.


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