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Balan's

3.6 (824 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
Updated over 3 months ago

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What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Burrata and Squash salad (with a delicious pesto sauce too)
Timorris L.

I had a great meal at this place during their all day brunch until 4p. The server, Joselyn, was really cool too. She recommended this bomb salad that I had there (Burrata and squash salad). I'd highly recommend going. We sat outside during a nice day too.

Balan's winter wonderland vibe
Valerie H.

They've got a Winter Wonderland theme going right now and it's like a little corner of Arendelle. Monday brunch is super-relaxed, which is great overall but you can't be in a rush. Menu is a nice mix of classic, healthy, fresh, and modern. Worth adding this to your rotation.

Happy hour drinks
Liz L.

Alejandro was amazing, 10/10 service. The happy hour is great as well, lots of food and drink options. They also have a doggy menu which is adorable! It's a very cute vibe too, would definitely recommend for happy hour. I will say the tuna crispy rice needs more seasoning, but the bang bang bao buns were delicious

Watermelon spritz
Audrey S.

The service and the ambiance are excellent! It's super cute inside and they also have plenty of outdoor seating. Our server, Christine, was very on top of it and had a warm vibe to her. They had a good happy hour that started midway through our time there but I otherwise found the prices to be a little out of hand for what you get. While my watermelon spritz was delicious, that + a non-alcoholic cocktail set us back close to $40 with mandatory service charge. Portion was very small on my friend's side of fries, and when I requested light ice on my spritz, it came filled part way despite not really having light ice. I'll come back and try happy hour because the prices seemed much more worth it and the ambiance and service were good. Maybe that will change my rating. Wouldn't return outside of happy hour though.

Avocado toast
Edward S.

We were in the Brickell area visiting my wife's son and want to Balan's a couple of times, once for drinks and again for brunch. We were seated inside both times. When we went for drinks, they were doing hookahs outside and we did not want to deal with the smoke. Service was excellent--we were seated quickly and the bartender was great and very friendly. I had an old fashioned that was perfect, then my wife had this maritini with a shot of brut that she really loved and was very original. They have a great brunch menu--there were 10 items I could have had. Again service was excellent. I started with a chai latte where they did a nice leaf design. My wife loved her Americano. I had the eggs benedict with bacon. First, I love the fact that Balan's offered bacon as an option for eggs benedict--Canadian bacon or crab cake can be good, but nothing like regular bacon (which was very good bacon). The poached eggs and Hollandaise Sauce were great, then the potatoes had some nice spice to them. My wife had Avocado toast with poached eggs on top--she really loved her dish as well. Absolutely worth a visit.

Daniela C.

Good spot and nice vibes for happy hour! Such a cute place. Good prices for drinks. We had a sangria and proseco

Delicious Miami Spice brunch!
Anna F.

Balan's is a fantastic spot for brunch. I came in for Miami Spice, and every course was perfect. I started with the granola pot. It was a delicious crunchy sweet starter. For my entree I chose the steak and eggs. The steak was tender and the side of fries were a salty, crispy delight. I concluded my meal with the homemade peanut butter ice cream. It was so good! The service was fantastic. Our mimosa glasses were always filled and everyone was kind and welcoming.

Charles D.

As usual, great place to get a drink and have fun with friends. A spot in front of the street, being outdoors and covered by a nice tent is a great moment. Good service. Street parking.

Dessert and Champagne
Maydee M.

Went to Balans for dinner with a friend and shared a few dishes: the Beef Carpaccio, Truffle Carbonara, and fried chicken topped with tomato and arugula. We finished with a glass of champagne and dessert, and everything was incredibly good. Flavorful, well-portioned, and left us both fully satisfied. The ambiance felt like a clubstaurant: lively, vibey, and full of energy, with people celebrating. Still, it was a great spot to catch up and enjoy the evening. Service was attentive and on point. Overall, a fun night out, would definitely come back.

Indoor area
Jay R.

Balan's is a great spot for a low-key happy hour. The indoor decor is stylish but comfy, with a cool, laid-back vibe. Happy hour is a steal--$5 beers, cocktails from $8-$12, plus a few solid apps to snack on. It's a really good deal for the quality you get. The staff is friendly (esp the bartender, Ricardo). Definitely a place I'd come back to for another relaxed hangout

Aperol spritz
Maiah F.

Came here for happy hour and definitely recommend. The bruschetta was so delicious and unique - I could've eaten 10 more plates of just that! The drinks are delicious as well and the happy hour deals are worth it. It's on the main road in Brickell, so a lot of fun to sit outside and listen to the music and people watch. There's couches and comfortable seating so a great place to spend some time hanging out with family or friends.

Elfrida R.

This restaurant is in Brickell, Miami. It is in a very busy and sophisticated area. They have a highly trained staff that provides personalized attention and makes you feel at home. Their food is mouthwatering and upscale, and very nice drinks. You go for upscale food, you get upscale prices. The ambiance was relaxed with such a nice breeze all around us (we were seating outside). They also have hookah service.

Ritvi S.

Good brunch spot when you're post hangover or want to hang out with friends. Food is mid but ambiance is great, the service is good and vibes are nice. We sat outdoors but the indoor place is also very cute.

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Amazing service , David was an amazing host .He consistently checked up on our table ,gave amazing recommendations along with service .

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Always come here for the eggs Benedict! Yum. Wish they still had their Lincoln Road location.

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One of my favorites spots in Brickell great food try the seabags or the salmon is amazing.

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