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Balans


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4.5 of 5 stars 51 ratings
51 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
12
4.0 of 5 stars
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3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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#35 of 386 restaurants in Miami Beach
  • Cuisines: American, Asian, European, Mediterranean, Contemporary, Eclectic, International, Pacific Rim
  • Price range*: £13-19 ($21-$30)
  • Neighbourhood: South Beach
Traveller Description: Balans ocean side installment is situated in the historic art deco area of south beach. Balans Lincoln Road boasts a modern brasserie-café style... more »

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4 of 5 stars
Venice, Italy
5 Jul 2009

during our 10-day stay in miami beach we ended up going there twice: great fusion food, good value for money and very friendly and attentive staff. located right in the pedestrian area of lincoln road with outdoor seating. more

26 Mar 2009

Reasonable prices. Great people watching on Lincoln Rd. The food is very nice and the service is good for Lincoln Rd. Don't expect anything out of this world, but i would definitely say it's above average. more

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4 of 5 stars
Southeastern US
15 Feb 2009

great setting for somewhat early Valentine's Dinner at Balan's on Lincoln Rd. started with good calamari and two sauces. hangar steak with chili-rubbed spices and excellent steak sauce. mrs had pasta with tomatoes w/seafood and light cream sauce with crab. dessert was flourless brownie and it was delicious. all nice presenations too. brooke hogan (daugher of Hulk) was dining two... more

Smashing
14 Feb 2009

Excellent eclectic menu served by helpful and professional staff. Portions more than enough for any human not suffering from a bingeing disorder. Pricing just about right for a prime location like Lincoln. Would have liked a non-sparkling rose but that's a minor carp, which was probably the only food not on the menu. Thanks for a great meal chaps. more

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5 of 5 stars
Schenectady, New York
31 Oct 2008

Balans newest location is in Mary Brickell Village; I ended up there by chance and was immediately drawn inside after a glimpse at the menu! The food is reasonably priced ($10 - 12) and each dish offers up a large portion. The menu offers food for everyone -- appetizers and entrees range from traditional American fare to Greek, Thai, and... more

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4 of 5 stars
swimboi
22 Oct 2008

decided to visit this outlet of Balans after being regular visitors of the London establishment. Found the standards to be as good as in London. The service was a little slow but overall one of the better meals I enjoyed in Miami beach. The location at the far end of Lincoln road mall made for a nice relaxed setting with... more

15 Oct 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Spending a few days in Miami my companion and I went for an evening meal in Balans. What a mistake. Shortly after returning to the hotel my companion became violently ill with food poisoning. The following morning I went to the restaurant to complain and was accused by the manager of trying to extort money from the restaurant.He claimed there... more

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4 of 5 stars
West Palm Beach
11 Aug 2008

I moved from SoBe 3 years ago and everytime I go back I always go to Balans! I've taken family, clients and friends here. Everyone loves it. more

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4 of 5 stars
Morristown, NJ
14 Apr 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We were tired of the hoards on Ocean Drive so we took a cab up to Lincoln road mall for a late Saturday night dinner. Walked up and down the mall trying to figure out a place to eat. Picked Balans pretty much at random, well, they had a Salmon and Tuna carpaccio as an appetizer special, so that got... more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
9 Apr 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Price = quality more

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Balans Address

1022 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139-2502
Tel: (305) 534-9191
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.