Welcome to BALVANERA! We're located at 1660 Smallman Street in the heart of Pittsburgh's ever-emerging Strip District. We're open for dinner 7 days a week & weekend brunch.
The first project of Argentine Chef Fernando Navas (elBulli, Nobu, SUSHISAMBA), BALVANERA represents the cuisine and spirit of Buenos Aires - porteña cuisine with influences from the dynamic regions of Argentina. The menu, from inspired and traditional small plates and composed vegetable dishes to signature carnes and friends & family-style platos is a journey from Fernando's upbringing in Argentina through his time working in great kitchens in Barcelona, Miami and NYC.
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Customers generally enjoyed the food, noting it was fresh and tasty, although there were some complaints about specific items being cold or not prepared correctly.
Customer Service
Service quality was inconsistent; while some staff were praised for being friendly and helpful, others were reported as rude or indifferent.
Cleanliness
The restaurant was frequently described as clean, with positive remarks about the overall hygiene and condition of the facility.
Coupon Issues
Several customers expressed frustration over the refusal to accept coupons and issues with online orders, leading to dissatisfaction.
Operational Hours
There were complaints about unclear operational hours and being turned away before closing time.