Score 88/100 · Order: Balboa burger · $16–20
An upscale smashburger with great cocktails and a patio. The patty crust is textbook, and the toppings are dialed in. Best burger for a date night.
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Barrio Logan · $16–20 · Ranked in 1 list
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The Balboa is a Barrio Logan spot ranked #3 of 10 in our Best Burgers in San Diego list, scoring 88/100. Order the balboa burger. An upscale smashburger with great cocktails and a patio. The patty crust is textbook, and the toppings are dialed in. Best burger for a date night.
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Score 88/100 · Order: Balboa burger · $16–20
An upscale smashburger with great cocktails and a patio. The patty crust is textbook, and the toppings are dialed in. Best burger for a date night.
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