There are two secret seats which overlook the kitchen at the bar.
Dave Nathan
Squid ink pasta (tagliolini nero)
Olivia
Great place for a date! Great pasta. Love the space.
s h .
Peach coppetta nicely done - amaretto gelato and almond cake
Eater
Chef Chris Pandel shows off his rustic Italian side with a breakfast-y selection of dishes including scrambled egg bruschetta, crispy polenta hash with pork ragout and a porchetta sandwich.
Eater
Dievole Le Due Arbie 2015 ($11). "It pairs great with all of Balena’s seasonal dishes like the rhubarb bruschetta, grilled asparagus and seafood specials,” says beverage director Keith Whitten.
Tasting Table
Still looking for that perfect place to celebrate your birthday? You found it. Balena’s charming wine cellar immediately transports you to Tuscany and the authentic Italian food will do the rest.
Erika Davis
I've been here for restaurant week 2015 for a date. Atmosphere is nice and friendly staff. Great choice for a romantic date.
Their barstaff are brilliant with amaro, an Italian herbal liquer. Service was very nice. Food was a bit average.
Raed Mansour
Service is impeccable! Great wine selection and food had a rustic, traditional feel. Really enjoyed it but only minor complaint is that music is a little too loud for a restaurant.
Molly E
The kale & lemon orecchiette is amazing. The grilled octopus with romesco stands out as well. Great spot for more inventive Italian.
Kristin Lukowski
Extensive wine list; ask for recommendations. Food was delicious, served quickly and accommodated special diets with no hassle. Friendly waiter never rushed us even as we were the night's last diners.
David Smith
Delicious cocktails. Spaghetti Western and Strawberry.
Gnocchi with pork... 👌🏻
The lamb nest balls and carrot salad were good
There are two secret seats which overlook the kitchen at the bar.
Squid ink pasta (tagliolini nero)
Great place for a date! Great pasta. Love the space.
Peach coppetta nicely done - amaretto gelato and almond cake
Chef Chris Pandel shows off his rustic Italian side with a breakfast-y selection of dishes including scrambled egg bruschetta, crispy polenta hash with pork ragout and a porchetta sandwich.
Dievole Le Due Arbie 2015 ($11). "It pairs great with all of Balena’s seasonal dishes like the rhubarb bruschetta, grilled asparagus and seafood specials,” says beverage director Keith Whitten.
Still looking for that perfect place to celebrate your birthday? You found it. Balena’s charming wine cellar immediately transports you to Tuscany and the authentic Italian food will do the rest.
I've been here for restaurant week 2015 for a date. Atmosphere is nice and friendly staff. Great choice for a romantic date.
Restaurantji Recommends
Their barstaff are brilliant with amaro, an Italian herbal liquer. Service was very nice. Food was a bit average.
Service is impeccable! Great wine selection and food had a rustic, traditional feel. Really enjoyed it but only minor complaint is that music is a little too loud for a restaurant.
The kale & lemon orecchiette is amazing. The grilled octopus with romesco stands out as well. Great spot for more inventive Italian.
Extensive wine list; ask for recommendations. Food was delicious, served quickly and accommodated special diets with no hassle. Friendly waiter never rushed us even as we were the night's last diners.
Delicious cocktails. Spaghetti Western and Strawberry.
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