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La Balmesina

Name: La Balmesina
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

4.6 ·

Head to La Balmesina, a Neapolitan-style pizzeria beloved by locals in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi. Sink into a wood-fired pie like the standout Amatriciana, savoring authentic pizza away from the city-centre crowds.

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Reasons to go

Known for its Amatriciana pizza, frequently singled out by reviewers as a standout dish
Neapolitan-style pizza made with fresh, high-quality ingredients
Holds a 4.6-star rating across 5,450 reviews, reflecting strong neighbourhood popularity

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Full description

La Balmesina has built a loyal following around Neapolitan-style pizza, with reviewers specifically praising the Amatriciana pie as a standout among the menu. At 4.6 stars from 5,450 reviews, it's a clear neighbourhood favourite, and its high trendy score suggests it's kept its popularity current rather than resting on reputation alone.

Service can run behind schedule at busy times, with reviewers noting a reservation isn't always honoured to the minute. It's a solid, casual choice for authentic pizza away from the city centre crowds.

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Address

Carrer de Balmes, 193, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08006 Barcelona, Spain · Sarrià-Sant Gervasi

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Booking recommended

Duration

Best time

lunchtime, afternoon, evening or late night

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Book ahead, though be prepared for a possible short wait even with a reservation
try the Amatriciana pizza, a reviewer favourite
go for dinner, when the kitchen is in full swing

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Reviews

La Balmesina absolutely lives up to the hype. The pizza is everything you want from a great Neapolitan-style pizza. The Amatriciana pizza was sublime, and as was the tiramisu. These and a drink all for the reasonable price of around €20.

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1/5

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