If you happen to be near here, and it's a Friday, definitely stop in for the Friday Lunch Club special. Burger/sandwich/grilled chicken caesar salad(no fries), fries, and a soft drink. One of the best bargains in town! Available 11:30-3:00! I ordered a delicious patty melt this time...sooooo good! I usually get the same thing but I think I'm going to mix it up a little and eat my way through the menu! As always, the staff is so friendly! Cako still Approves!!! read more

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This is my bf's favorite burger joint (well one of his favorites!) The service is always friendly and helpful so it definitely adds to the charm and character of this place. I think i've eaten her 3x now and I'm always happy with how our burgers turn out. they give you a knife if you need it, and its such a great burger. I'm curious to see how it is at the Chula location. They also just started a new loyalty program, they gave us a punch card so we definitely will be returning more often if possible. It's a great spot to hang out casually, there are pinballs, games, and a pool table that you can play at. Great selection of beer and spirits. I think this is a great spot for happy hour too! read more

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Always like to come here after Chula Vista run club on Wednesdays! I love that they have milkshakes now! My favorite is the one with the mazapán. They have an outdoor patio which is awesome during the summer! I highly recommend trying the pastrami burger is delicious! read more

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Long overdue review of this amazing place! We have been here a few times and every single time it has been a hit! The burgers are juicy; they are perfectly stacked and delicious. The salad for me was a game changer, who knew a few different ingredients could take a salad from your typical cesar to a delicious addictive dish. Oh and the garlic fries with the dipping sauce omg! Service is always on 10. Even when they are busy, the staff is kind and fun to talk to! The jamaica & tamarindo margaritas are soo good, perfectly sweet and refreshing. I am planning our return as I write this! 10/10 recommend! read more

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We stumbled into The Balboa South while we were in Chula Vista for a Little League baseball tournament. Our family was exhausted, hungry, and looking for a good burger. We found so much more than that. The burgers were outstanding, the drinks were ice cold (exactly what we needed on a hot day), and the service was exceptional. As we were leaving, the manager stopped to ask how everything was and when we'd be back. We told him we might return to SD the following Tuesday if we win the game the next day. That's when things got interesting. He smiled and said, "You're going to win tomorrow, and when you do, come back Tuesday and dinner is on me." Then he went one step further and predicted the final score: 6-4. My wife laughed and asked, "By the way... what's your name?" He replied, "Angel." Fast forward to game day. It was an absolute nail-biter. Late in the game, the score was tied in extra innings when our son stepped up to the plate and ripped a line drive to center field, driving in the two winning runs. Final score... 6-4. We couldn't believe it. Whether Angel has a crystal ball or was simply sending us off with some incredible encouragement, we'll never forget that experience. It's one of those stories our family will be telling for years. The Balboa South earned our business because of the delicious food and outstanding customer service. The unforgettable prediction was just the icing on the cake. If you're looking for amazing burgers, genuine hospitality, and maybe a little good luck before your next big event, this is the place to go. Thank you, Angel, for making our family's baseball tournament one we'll never forget. read more

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​Great food, but a bit confusing when you first arrive! It was our first time here before a concert and the inside was packed. After waiting around to be greeted, we learned the empty tables were reserved but we could sit anywhere out back (luckily it was a nice day). There wasn't much direction and it took a minute to get menus, but the kitchen saved the day. ​Our food came out super fast. My La Reyna Chicken Salad was absolutely delicious, even though I had to rush through it. The pastrami burger, BBQ bacon burger, and fries the rest of the table ordered looked just as good. Definitely worth a visit for the food, just be prepared to navigate the seating yourself if it's busy! read more

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Came here for my friend's birthday and just want to say that the staff here is so friendly and really made it fun for her bday. Atmosphere is great and while parking might be a little busy on the main strip but easy parking on the street behind the restaurant. I didn't have food but have to come back and check out their delicious looking burgers read more

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We were that large group that showed up 45 minutes before close, but yet we were greeted with such welcoming in hospitable staff. Angel is the man and treated us so well and was so kind to our group's birthday girl. I had the original Balboa burger and it was a nice change from all the smash burgers trends. Everything tasted so fresh and delicious. The meat was seasoned well and the sauce was a great compliment. Apparently they make the buns in house as well, and they were so light and held the held the burger well together. A bunch of the group got the garlic fries and I opted for the salt and pepper fries. The garlic fries did pack a punch, but because of all the garlic they did tend to be a little bit soggy. I am glad I went with the salt and pepper so flavorful yet stayed crunchy and delicious. We are one of the last groups, but it was a nice space and can host large groups well. I will be returning so my wife can experience this. read more

I took my brother here for his birthday because he was in the mood for a good birthday, and we were definitely not disappointed! The Balboa Burger was very satisfying, as were the shakes. I got the chocolate shake, and our server Julio recommended I get it with peanut butter which was FIRE!! Julio was also very attentive, checking in on us every now and then, and even chatted a little bit about video games after seeing my brother's Sega Dreamcast hat. Overall, great vibe, excellent food/drinks and excellent service, this place is definitely going on the list next visit to San Diego/Chula Vista! read more

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We came here for a birthday and I loved the atmosphere! Great beers on tap perfect place to grab a burger in Chula Vista! The owner came by our table, super friendly and helped make it a memorable experience! read more

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What a great burger spot. I've came here a few times with my boyfriend and friends and the food has been delicious every single time. We ordered the balboa burger and the centennial burger. We also tried their Oreo milkshake and everything was so good. The burgers were cooked exactly how we wanted them and enjoyed their sauce in the burgers. The service has been awesome every time. The environment is awesome and everyone's usually in a great mood. I love that I bumped into this spot on third ave and will continue to recommend this spot to all my friends. read more

Hello all! If you're from the south bay area, then you've already heard of The Balboa South here in Chula Vista on Third Ave. For those that haven't or even for the ones that have but have never ventured in, you are missing out on some phenomenal food and specialty shakes. Marianna and Angel are the owners and general managers of this establishment. Both are very friendly, courteous, and really care to ensure that you get not only the best service, but that you also have a great experience while there. Their staff is also top notch and follow the same values as Marianna and Angel. They are all one great team and ensure that your experience is unforgettable and makes you want to go back. I've been here so many times but I've never posted my experience. So here it is. Want great food? Come to The Balboa. Want specialty shakes made with real ice cream? Come to the Balboa. Want to have a beer or a special cocktail? Come to the Balboa. Want an awesome overall dining experience for yourself or the family? Come to the Balboa. Seriously, come try it yourself. You won't regret it. You might even make new friends. read more

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Balboa South is hands down the best burger joint in San Diego! And I'm not even exaggerating! Located in Chula Vista on 3rd Ave. This place will never disappoint. Food is AMAZING! Service is second to none! Staff is always friendly and polite. The ambiance is lively (plenty of tv screens to watch a game). A while back we celebrated my daughter's birthday, and the owner surprised her with a pink mini cake! Stand-up guy! This place goes above and beyond for their patrons! So, come check it out! You will have a great experience and some of the best burgers 619 has to offer! read more

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Good burgers but very overpriced, and my burger could've used a bit more seasoning. The garlic fries with aioli were delicious. $5 for a side of it with your burger or $10 for a la carte, which is fair. 60 cents to add pickles. Extra charge if you want your onions grilled. Customer service was lacking. I asked for no tomato and my burger still came with it. We asked for waters all around and only I got water since I didn't order alcohol. We had to remind the server for water for everyone else and when we got the pitcher of water, the water had a weird, unfiltered after taste. The server also placed the stack of plastic cups upside down on the table. Gross. Considering how sticky the menus were, I definitely didn't trust the tables so we didn't use the cup that touched the table. The server never checked on us after we received our food. Micheladas are great though. I won't be returning but I'm glad we gave this restaurant a try. read more

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It's always fun to stop by after a good few miles walking Tonite we having a Balboa salad And chipotle dressing and ceasar dressing And for her a salty crew beer Service is always he best here And watching the game tonight. Dodgers won! Such great services here So friendly too And clean it our spot close to home And our walk and run club read more

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* Great customer service * Good food * Good vibes all around Still a great spot for happy hour or dinner -- this place never disappoints! The burgers are tasty, the fries are yummy, and now they even have milkshakes! The atmosphere is always vibing, and the customer service is on point. We love Kareen -- she definitely took care of us and made the experience even better. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Another ONEEEEEE !!!! Awesome Sunday in Chula Vista. This time I tried a chicken sandwich and it was amazing, service is always on point... if you haven't checked this place out you're missing out fool. read more

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I just want to say that it had been a while since visited The Balboa South. However every time we go, Angel greets us with a big smile! He is super nice and welcoming. Angel and everyone that works there always care of us and love our Lola. Did I mention that the food is delicious and beer super cold? read more

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Well, well, well...THE BURGERS HERE ARE GREAT! We stopped here for Friday Night dinner because we just wanted a good burger. Everyone is always raving about this place, so we came here. The parking is Chula Vista 9a-6p is metered along this street, so keep that in mind. We pulled up at about 6:40p and found a meter spot right out front, score. No meter fees after 6p is great. We were immediately welcomed by a hostess/server upon arrival. She had great energy and found us a table right away, then seated us. We sat at a table for two in the corner, not ideal but it worked for us. The nice hostess/server took our drink order shortly after she seated us. The menus are small, concise, and right to the point. There is a Happy Hour called the "Chisme Hour" and they have a list of featured $5 cocktails. We ordered: 1 BBQ Bacon Burger + Extra patty, Garlic Fries, 1 Pastrami Burger, "La Guera" (Vanilla BDay Cake) shake, and the Chocolate & Peanut Butter Shake. We were checked on every 5-7 mins by the great staff. Everyone was so customer service oriented and very much interested in our comfort as diners. Our shakes came out first and we took them down right away, like dessert before the meal; perfect. Our food arrived in about 12-15 minutes. THE BURGERS are LARGE! The garlic fries are potent and could have used more salt, and still good. My daughter's BBQ Bacon double patty was not seasoned well, but the toppings helped with the experience. My Pastrami Burger was good. The pastrami is a bit thickly sliced for my taste, and it is tasty. Overall, the customer service is great here. We were in and out in about 40-45mins..which was super quick. There is Latin Pop, Reggaeton, and Salsa music played while dining. Thanks for the good time, it was a short time, but good. read more

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Delicious burger and fries! Great selection of beers. Great outdoor seating in the front so you can keep an eye on bikes or bring along the pup. Service, above and beyond, Angel was nothing short of amazing. It is so hard to find good service but he was a breath of fresh air. Took the time to talk to us, recommend things, crack jokes, and just friendly. Our experience with him made it! We will be back when we are in town for sure. read more

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This is one of my favorite spots in Chula Vista. The food is great and I have always loved the vibe. The service is always exceptional making you feel at home. I celebrated my birthday here and I had he best time! They truly made me feel special. Thank you!!! read more

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Went here for a friends birthday. Great service awesome food! Even vegetarian friendly!! Will tell my friends and family!

I can't believe it's taken me so long to leave a review. This is a regular staple for our house. The owners are some of the kindest most generous souls you'll ever meet. They have loved and embraced this community and do so much to give back. Seriously come look at everything they do around the holidays and all the families they take care of. This little spot is getting busier and deservingly so. The burgers are delicious. The menu is small but everything is done incredibly well and consistently. Now there's even a monthly rotating milkshake flavor. There are always fun event planned and specials- watch their instagram. Best burger in Chula Vista. Hands down. read more

This place is truly amazing. First things first, the service is one of a kind, waiters and waitress always greet you and make sure you're always taking care of. The food has never been bad. I've tried multiple things on their menu such as the pastrami melt and BBQ bacon burger and it was fantastic. There is also a nice vibe and great energy to this place and I advise everyone to check it out. read more

Mariana is an amazing person who has transformed this space into a family friendly restaurant where great service and great food go together. The menus appeals to all from vegan to meat lovers. The fries are amazing. The service is top notch. Don't miss all the events scheduled throughout the week. Bring your pet. read more

This is a local burger spot I'm just 2 blocks away so I've been here plenty of times and I always like that the burgers are fresh and the garlic fries are amazing here! The service is always very welcoming make you feel like you're fam here. They also had a social event going on the side which was like a paint and sip looked like fun! read more

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In the mood for a burger, I decided to come down The Balboa South because a friend suggested this place. Saying this is one of her favorite places, she was not wrong. Without exaggeration, I say this place has one of the best burgers I've tasted. I had The Centennial with garlic fries and unsweetened iced tea. It was the perfect meal for the day. Even though In N Out is a standard go-to, I feel like Balboa is more along the lines of a high-quality gourmet burger. Their ingredients are fresh, and the bread is home-made. As I sit here, the dining area is full of patrons with lots of talking, activity, daps, hugs, and laughter. Hang out inside. Te music is awesome, and I struck up conversation with complete strangers. If you come with friends, you'll have a great time. Good vibes, good food, good drinks, and good times. You can't go wrong here. I'm looking forward to try a different burger or sandwich next time. They also have a burger of the month, so follow their Instagram what' the special offering is. I'll be checking their feed to see what I'd like to try out. Cheers! read more

My burger was amazing well cooked meat and the bread was nicely toasted and the cheese was zesty! The garlic fries slapped! The service was top notch they make you feel like family! They even let me have extra aioli sauce on the house to take home! The ambience has a blend of art and cheers (like the tv show) it's a bar that makes you feel at home. Can't wait to come back!! read more

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This place is definitely a downtown Chula Vista staple. we have never had a bad experience with food or service here. We've brought friends and family here and our neighbor Skip loves this place; we've come here with him a couple of times. Even ordered to-go/pickup. It is conveniently located on 3rd Avenue with parking available in front or behind the establishment in parking lots. From beer on tap to their black bean burger to hamburgers and fries, and specials offered. Sports going on, you better believe that they will be broadcasting! Most recently, I was craving fries and vanilla ice cream and out bartender/waiter was able to accommodate my request! They are busy during the weekends but do offer inside and outside seating. Definitely come on in for a beer and some good food, or to watch a game. read more

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I enjoyed the people that work there they had a good selection of beers. The burger I had was really tasty with their version of animal style fries. I like the way they decorated the bar and they had some cool Mexican alternative music playing, and the servers were quite friendly. read more

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Exceptional service and ambience. Would definitely come back here for the delicious burgers, beer, and vibes. I had the Balboa Burger with Garlic Fries and it was cooked to perfection. Came here to celebrate my friend's birthday on a whim, and it was best decision ever! So stoked. read more

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You guys have amazing service. Ever since the first day of trying the place i haven't had not one bad experience. The owners greeted me and my brother as if we were family and the service continued upon further returns. Even with the owners not fully knowing me they make effort in getting to know their customers for example they offered to come to my tournaments. Anyways 10 out of 10 recommend yall go head and go get you the best burger in SD! read more

Amazing Burgers!! Read a review, decided to try it out and was pleasantly surprised. Would definitely go back!

When we get a chance to make our rounds on Third Ave, Balboa South is one of our go-to spots. We came in as a party of 12 with only 40 minutes until closing, and Angel still welcomed us in with no hesitation. He guided us to the back, made sure we had menus in hand, and ensured our orders were placed before the kitchen closed. To keep things easy, we went with the Tuesday family meal deal: four Balboa burgers and two large bowls of fries. The food came out quickly. The burgers were well-seasoned, and the aioli added a perfect balance to the flavor and toppings. The fries -- both the salt & pepper and garlic -- were crispy and perfectly cooked. (Get the garlic fries -- they're a must. So garlicky, in the best way.) Even after closing time, we never felt rushed to finish our food or drinks. Angel gave us phenomenal service, and the rest of the staff was super friendly and welcoming. read more

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This place is absolutely amazing. I had the grilled chicken sandwich and it was great. Customer service was on point from The moment I walked in the door. The ambiance is amazing. Great job. Clean spot, amazing service and delicious food. read more

The Balboa South - The grilled chicken sandwich yummy - Burgers Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Good burger & fries, good atmosphere. Employees were courteous. Bathroom though a bit scary looking at first, was clean and well stocked. Good drinks. read more

Was ticketed for running out of time on my meter so I took that as a sign to get a burger. It was a good choice I did!! Sat at the bar and was greeted instantly. I didn't get the bartender name but his michelada was on point!! Didn't wait long for my food. The small serving of fries is honestly enough to share. They have the place decorated for Xmas. And I also heard they were doing a paint N sip I Believe. Can definitely see myself being a regular here. read more

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Wow, I'd give this place another star if I could. The burgers were SO satisfying. The staff were VERY attentive. And the place had plenty of tables and TV's for the Sunday Football game. I ordered The Centennial. Two burger patties and bacon, enough said. It was a massive burger, well cooked, and so tasty with the house zesty aioli. My friend got the BBQ bacon burger, which she really enjoyed. We also ordered a full side of fries (10/10 would recommend) and drinks. We were satisfied with our beer and margarita. I'd absolutely recommend stopping by next time you're feeling a burger, or in the area. read more

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Love the food they have here. This is one of my to go places when I want the juiciest burger. And the beer cold and delicious. Recommend 100%. read more

Came to Balboa South in Chula Vista to celebrate my husband's birthday and we had such a great experience! Let's start with the important part--the burgers are legitimately delicious. Juicy, perfectly cooked, great flavor... honestly zero complaints on the food quality. The fries were crispy, well-seasoned, and totally worth ordering (which brings me to my one small gripe). Everything is à la carte here. The burger prices are fair on their own, but once you add fries and a drink separately, the bill creeps up faster than you expect. It's not outrageous, just something to know before you go. Parking is another minor headache-- it gets tight quick, especially on weekends. Plan to circle or park on the street if you have to. Now the good stuff that almost makes up for it: the service was phenomenal. Our server was attentive, friendly, and genuinely made the night special. When they found out it was my husband's birthday, they went above and beyond--brought out a cake with a sparkler and made him feel like a king. That kind of thoughtfulness turns a good meal into a great memory. Overall, fantastic burgers, awesome staff, and a really pleasant vibe. Just budget a little extra for the sides and give yourself a couple extra minutes for parking. We'll definitely be back! read more

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