Cancel

Open app

Search

Balboa Catering

4.1 (18 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 11:45 pm

Services - Balboa Catering

Catering

Balboa Catering Photos

Business Info

BALBOA CATERING ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Balboa Catering

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Tartlets to die for!

Balboa catered my small outdoor wedding on 10/10/20. After all of the compromises we had to make due to Covid, it was wonderful to have the food be as excellent as possible, and without compromise! Our guests were in absolute shock and are still raving about the food. Balboa actually catered 3 separate meals - a Friday night welcome dinner that was heavy on appetizers, a seated, 5 course meal for the reception, and a casual brunch buffet on Sunday. They worked with us to develop the menus, had smart ideas to save money on food cost and maximize the quality of the experience, and, very importantly for us, were genuine, kind, and compassionate people to work with throughout. All three meals, especially the Saturday reception meal, was honestly some of the best food I've ever eaten. The service was excellent as well - everyone got each course at almost the exact same time and the entire event was run with a smooth, gracious and capable energy. My husband and I are very careful about covid, and we were hesitant to have an event of any size, even outdoors. Balboa was extremely professional and responsive to our preferences in that regard. They happily agree to wear masks and face shields, brainstormed service style ideas with us to limit contact, and were nothing but helpful and concerned. A note about price: Balboa offers a very high end product, and we chose pretty expensive items (oysters, octopus etc.) Although we knowingly prioritized food above all else in our budget, paying the invoice prior to the event did sting a bit. On Friday of the weekend, I knew we absolutely made the right choice. On Saturday, I actually remember thinking that we didn't pay them ENOUGH for what they delivered. We actually had a certain amount of cash set aside in advance for gratuity, and we decided it wasn't enough and dropped off additional cash the Monday after the event. If you're someone who values food, stop hesitating and hire them! You'll be happy you did.

a dessert of waffles with chocolate and raspberry sauce

See all

4 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of TJ P.
153
157
282

8 years ago

Helpful 19
Thanks 0
Love this 19
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Zachary E.
11
41
143

9 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Jay F.
0
42
0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of anne l.
20
69
19

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Ask the Community - Balboa Catering

Review Highlights - Balboa Catering

Chef Alex again gave us a menu that fit in our budget (cocktail reception) and people were raving about the food.

Mentioned in 6 reviews

Read more highlights

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Supper Clubs 1,543 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

City Kitchen at Reading Terminal Market

City Kitchen at Reading Terminal Market

4.8(4 reviews)
5.5 miMarket East

Reading Terminal Market is reminiscent of Faneuil Hall in Boston, in that there are lots of local…read morefood places concentrated in a *tiny* area. The overall purpose of the market is to feel full, and to feel like one of hundreds of people. And there are so many visitors around lunchtime and later. The walkways between the various cafes, bakeries, and food spots wer streams and rivers of hungry people. So many options of local Pennsylvanian delicacies were available, and seating was plentiful. There was a main seating area in the middle of the market, where you could see classes of high school students being lectured by teachers, workers on their lunch hour nibbling on a snack, and tourists and visitors frantically looking at all the visual splendor and fragrant cookery. Each individual business in the market has something to contribute to the overall experience. If you are close to the market, I recommend going during breakfast, lunch, and dinner to see the difference in food options. I also recommend going before lunch because it is usually a little less packed. Parking is going to be a hassle, so find parking where you can, and try to walk there!

Cute demo kitchen on Row D between 7th and 8th Ave in the bustling Reading Terminal Market! A cozy…read morespot that hosts cooking demos from local chefs and restaurants, cooking classes, and frequent samplings from various merchants/chefs/restaurants during Friday lunchtimes. Gear: Its equipped with 6 gas burners, 2 ovens, 1 refrigerator, 1 (small) sink, and 1 essential dishwasher. There's one huge counter for workspace or dining. Seating: 12 people at counter, 20 seated (or 30 if mingling). There is an option to extend to the larger side room adjacent to City Kitchen (rented from RTM) - which holds an additional 30 seated (or 40 if mingling). I need this space for Thanksgiving and Christmas soirees!

Photos
City Kitchen at Reading Terminal Market - City Kitchen spot

City Kitchen spot

City Kitchen at Reading Terminal Market - Above-counter mirrors so folks in seating area can see the action! Pretty sweet!

Above-counter mirrors so folks in seating area can see the action! Pretty sweet!

City Kitchen at Reading Terminal Market - 12th St Cantina Demo: L-R Guac, Mild Salsa ( jalapeno ), Hot Salsa ( habanero ). Limeade in cup.

See all

12th St Cantina Demo: L-R Guac, Mild Salsa ( jalapeno ), Hot Salsa ( habanero ). Limeade in cup.

Coa Catering - Spicy Crab Tostadas

Coa Catering

5.0(5 reviews)
1.2 miBridesburg

My boyfriend wanted to learn how to make sauces and learn how to make a few things he likes to eat…read moreincluding fried chicken!! Chef Ted was amazing and patient since my boyfriend was brutal in the questions dept. the food was great and he made it look so easy. We had so much fun. Thank you chef Ted. Will definitely have you back.

My wife and I spent many hours researching and reviewing proposals from different caterers, and we…read moreare so happy that we ended up choosing COA Catering for our wedding! COA's pricing was very transparent and reasonable in comparison to some of the bigger name caterers we worked with early on in the process, and in hindsight my wife and I feel as though it was the best option we could have chosen given how amazing our wedding was, and how supportive and positive Ted was throughout the planning process. Ted Torres, the chef and owner, was an amazing resource in helping us envision how our wedding would play out, and went above and beyond with his team to ensure that the experience was perfect for us and our guests. In the communication leading up to the event, Ted would always make time to answer our questions, speak or meet with us in person, and after each conversation made us feel great about our decision to use COA given his thoughtfulness and expertise. On the day of our wedding, the staff was very professional and kind, and took great care of us and our guests. We chose a venue that had never hosted a wedding before, so Ted and his team played an integral part in executing our unique vision. There were never any lines at the bars, the hors d'oeurves were a HUGE hit, and the whole evening felt very classy. The set up and clean up was seamless as COA paid attention to all of the little details. The bartenders executed our signature drinks with great care and expertise as well. The most important aspect was that my wife and I did not need to worry at all on the day of the event as things were going great, the service was excellent, and everyone was happy! We both HIGHLY recommend choosing COA catering!

Photos
Coa Catering
Coa Catering
Coa Catering

See all

B Komplete - We love teaching consumers how to create their own delicious and nutritious smoothies!

B Komplete

5.0(5 reviews)
7.5 mi

Beryl is amazing! With her help and guidance my husband and I have been able to lose weight and eat…read morehealthier. She's very detailed and always follows through. She has tons of resources and has a wealth of knowledge. We learned so much from Beryl and love how she is able to recommend healthier alternatives. She is covered under my insurance plan which is a huge benefit. I highly recommend her.

This lady is a badass nutritionist, business woman, and educator, and her attention to detail,…read moreintegrity, and grace shine through in every aspect of her business. Beryl conducted a private cooking class I was able to attend last-minute with a couple friends, and she guided us through a delectable meal from start to finish. Not only was everything very delicious, healthy, and quick to prepare, it was also inventive and fresh. I really liked that Beryl was not afraid to try new recipes and keep learning alongside us, even while dispensing her wonderful knowledge of nutrition and food. She is friendly and professional, and her passion for and dedication to her business really shines through in every detail. She sent us home with detailed recipe books of what we cooked that evening, complete with nutritional information, which was a really nice touch. Even having studied & experimented with holistic health and nutrition extensively myself, I still got a lot of benefits from the experience. Highly recommended. Thanks Beryl!

Photos
B Komplete - Healthy party food too!

Healthy party food too!

B Komplete - Teaching employees their health numbers: blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol and more. Contact us at info@bkomplete.com to learn more

Teaching employees their health numbers: blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol and more. Contact us at info@bkomplete.com to learn more

B Komplete - Our Smoothie Wellness Station!

See all

Our Smoothie Wellness Station!

Balboa Catering - supperclubs - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...