This absolute gem is a must visit....! My second time in this establishment and hit it outta the…read morepark yet again....! Food, Beverages, and Service is top notch! If new to the area or a life long resident, this place is a Johnstown must.!

We stopped in here for lunch with some family and was pleasantly surprised by the array of options…read moreon the menu, the quality and execution and the friendly service considering they were pretty busy. The tacos were all excellent that I was able to try, and while the $5.00 portion of chips and guacamole was outstanding, the guac had started to oxidize a pretty decent amount. The rest of my family all enjoyed their meals, but there was a slight hiccup with my son's meal coming out well after ours (as opposed to first, as you'd expect with a toddler). But overall, can't complain much at all, and it is definitely a spot I'd visit again, especially to try some of their beer!

We walked in 15 minutes before closing. They were happy to serve us. The French onion soup is…read moreas advertised(famous). Super good. The rest of the meals were great. The service was outstanding.

I'm going to be honest, I have drove past this unassuming building in Johnstown for years without…read moreeven knowing it wasn't deserted, but that it was diamond in the rough. In this part of Johnstown, it definitely is a rough area. Parking is either on street or across the street in a gravel parking lot beneath a billboard. If you do park in that lot, do be carful crossing the street as it can be a busy one. Plus there is a slight curve that a driver might not see you while your rush across the street. Once inside you can tell that it lives up to the bar and grill in its name. It has this look inside that gives off this 80s dining vibe. One that calls back to those eateries once found in the mall. You know, those ones where it's almost too dark to see yourself let alone the menu. One where it is very dark wood, heavy on the brick, and all things that make you feel like your in and old time inn. Once settled at a table, we had our menus in hand and were given some time to look them over. Our server came back, took our drink orders and left us for a few more minutes to finalize our decisions considering the menu. Once we decided orders were place and we just waited for our food to come out. It gave us time to look around the place and take in our surroundings. When we first got here, there weren't many people. As we ordered, there were more and more customers that came in. Filling up the tables and making it feel warmer. We were in the midst of conversation and our food came out. I ordered the Franklin Street Bar & Grill Famous Meatloaf. This comes with a slice of the thickest homemade meatloaf I have ever seen. Plopped on top of a pile of mashed potatoes then topped with fried onion rings and smothered in brown gravy. This thing, even though not exactly as described and pictured, was delicious. Not sure if it is fame worthy as I have never heard of it, but hey, I will make sure to remember this when in the area again. To note, entrees are served with your choice of soup, salad, or applesauce, and comes with a homemade dinner roll. The service here is stellar. They all go out of their way to make you feel welcomed and their memory is like a vice grip. One thing you do need to keep on your toes about here, watch your step. With the dimness and small step ups, it would be easy to trip. They do have signs everywhere, but they can be hard to spot if you aren't aware of your surroundings.

So not to jump past the details... but overall Balance was just ok. It is a place I'd try again…read morebecause I feel like it has potential and maybe it was an off night. When I found them online I was jazzed about the menu. They have a lot of unique options which I'm a huge fan of. It's always easy to find basic menus, so to find something fun that also offered a kids menu (meaning, cool... I don't need to worry about taking my humans even though they'll be ordering off the regular menu) was promising. The space itself is funky in a good way and spacious. It spans a few different rooms which all have their own vibe, and we saw igloos outside! I'd say our food had a 60/40 success rate. The hummus was seriously awesome, as was the risotto. My protein power bowl was so tasty with a great dressing and I absolutely love that they have creative vegetarian options. Our server was so kind, but I'm not quite sure where they were for most of our visit. Again... maybe an off night. We'd try it again. If you're someone who needs a changing table, they have one!

Too damn expensive for Johnstown, PA! If I want to pay $15.00 for a hamburger then maybe but I just…read moredon't see myself being that hungry! Sorry!

This is a terrific old family bar. 3rd generation owner greeted us and remembered people's names…read moreand we were treated to ice cold Genesee on tap. Old memorabilia and local character oozed from the walls. Owner a former steel worker is a fountain of information on local history really added to a very friendly low key atmosphere.

Nice, clean place.Barroom and Seperate dining room. Parking across the street. Food is very good…read more Service is friendly and excellent. Owners both are talented cooks.

While visiting the area, we took some family members here for lunch. Easy parking across the…read morestreet in their large parking lot. The building is deceiving. You would think it's very small inside, but actually it's decent size (surprised me). The staff is very friendly and attentive. Portions are large and the prices are reasonable. Free popcorn to start - woot ! :) I had the Philly chicken sandwich, Chicago style. Never heard of Chicago style before, I believe they told me that it included lettuce and tomatoes, which was exactly the way I wanted. It was pretty good, had a marinade on it that was a little odd, but I liked it. Other family members had the fish - which is beer battered. Some loved that, some preferred a thinner coating. They have a large menu, and it's nice to support this local business. (They have a bar and pool table as well).

great food but my fav is the Ribeye steak, It is the bomb! Always outstanding service and pleasant…read moreatmosphere.

Every time I've eaten here, it's been great, but last evening was exceptional! I was feeling…read morehomesick for the beach, so I ordered an "Ocean Water" to start, and shrimp & grits for the meal. The drink was pretty good, and I started to feel like we were on vacation. Then my plate arrived... wow!!! First, they gave me a LOT, so I got two full meals out of one. Second, the cheesy grits were done well - not everyone knows how to make them. Third, I did not expect sausage slices on this thing - andouille? It was amazing. The flavors blended expertly, and I was a happy camper. (I had to pick off the peppers, but it's not their fault that I get heartburn.) The shrimp blended with all the other flavors and I couldn't stop smiling! Our server was great, and our loft table was good, too. Overall - great times!!

Great food, service and eclectic vibe. Bright spot on an otherwise gloomy Saturday am.read more

Very good service, funny waiter order at the counter and they will bring it to your table. Drive…read morethrough amazing food ,also there are lofts above. There is also great ambiance I mean great , music was great and everything was perfect

Best wings breaded in Johnstown anywhere else your wings are fantastic. I don't have to recommend…read morethem to anybody because everyone knows.

Best wings you will ever have, also ask about making the sauce! People are great…read more If I'm close I'm eating at Murphy, no question!