Like a phoenix risen from the ashes The Balboa is back better than before.
Centennial Burger
The Balboa South

I’ve been a loyal patron of The Balboa for years. Sadly they closed this year and I was worried I would have to go without my favorite burger in San Diego. Luckily there is The Balboa South in Chula Vista. I haven’t visited the old downtown area before. Looks like they are doing construction to […]
The Balboa Bar & Grill

When a world ends, there’s always something left over. A story, perhaps, or a vision, or a hope. The Sandman – Neil Gaiman I remember the first time I stepped from the light into the darkness. Scent of beer and burgers was in the air. The Balboa would become my favorite place in town to get […]
The Balboa Bar & Grill

It’s dark inside. Reminds me of the old bars I peeked into when I was a kid. They were forbidden and smelled of booze. This place smells of burgers. Wish I knew how to make burgers that smelled this good.