Balos Estiatorio

Balos Estiatorio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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1. K

   Keiron

   Washington DC1 review

   1.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Birthday dinner! Waste of money. Spent over $700. Aggressive waitress. Poor customer service. Uncomfortable seats. The chairs were hard. Nice vibes. I wouldn't recommend it. Save your money for your private event or someplace else.
   

   Balos EstiatorioResponded 3 days ago

   Hello Keiron, We're truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience at Balos Estiatorio. We strive to provide a memorable experience for our guests, and it's clear we fell short during your visit. We understand that our service and seating comfort did not meet your expectations and for that, we apologize. Your feedback is invaluable and we will certainly take it into consideration as we continually work to improve our guest experience. We hope you will give us another chance to show you the quality and service that Balos Estiatorio is known for. Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   shirley

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   food was amazing drinks were even better. brandon was AMAZING
   

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   Balos EstiatorioResponded 3 days ago

   Hello Shirley, We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience at Balos Estiatorio! It's fantastic to know that our food and drinks exceeded your expectations. We always strive to provide the best for our guests and your kind words are a testament to that. Thank you for your high ratings and for choosing us for your dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   Alex

   Washington DC5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Service was amazing. Ambiance was great. DJ and live music made it tough to talk but it was a nice twist. Very clear to see why this restaurant is popular and becoming a staple. Hope you all enjoy.
   

   Balos EstiatorioResponded 5 days ago

   Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the service, ambiance, and the unique energy our DJ and live music bring to the space. We understand that it can sometimes make conversation a bit more challenging, and we appreciate your understanding as we work to strike the right balance between lively entertainment and a comfortable dining atmosphere. It truly means a lot to us to be recognized as a growing staple in the community. We’re grateful for your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon! -Balos Management
   

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   Magnus

   Baltimore4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The host was extremely accommodating! Service was amazing! We went for brunch and I would absolutely go again (and will!)
   

   Balos EstiatorioResponded 5 days ago

   Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team—especially our host—and that you enjoyed brunch with us. Knowing that you plan to return truly means the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great visit soon! -Balos Management
   

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   Jay

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great atmosphere for my birthday celebration. Great meal, the Greek salad has decreased in size, but overall a great experience
   

   Balos EstiatorioResponded 5 days ago

   Thank you for celebrating your birthday with us—we’re honored to have been part of such a special occasion! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere and your meal. We truly appreciate your feedback about the Greek salad; we’ll be sure to take a closer look to ensure we’re delivering both quality and value consistently. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back for many more celebrations to come! -Balos Management
   

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   Lauren

   Washington DC1 review

   4.0

   Dined on May 17, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a 7pm reservation. Was not seated until 815pm. Team was extremely apologetic and provided comp champagne and apps to apologize for the wait which was grateful appreciated.
   

   Balos EstiatorioResponded 5 days ago

   Thank you for your patience and understanding—we truly appreciate it. We sincerely apologize for the delay in seating and are glad our team was able to make things right with a warm gesture. Your graciousness means a lot, and we hope to provide a much smoother experience on your next visit. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! -Balos Management
   

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   Ellie

   Chicago3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 17, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   There was an extremely loud group of women seated at the bar when we came in. And by loud, I mean, they were literally shouting at each other. My partner and I came in to celebrate a special occasion, and we’re not only sat in the section by the loud women, but right next to the server station. It wasn’t really a nice place to celebrate that special occasion. When I asked the woman who seated us if we could, please be sat in a part of the restaurant that was less loud because there were women at the bar shouting at each other, she told me “they’ve been here since brunch and there’s nothing we can really do about it and we’re fully obligated for the night so this is your table.“ It was kind of frustrating that nobody in management really stepped in to make the women aware that they were very loud and affecting others dining experience. And it was frustrating that we were sat at a table that was not ideal given the fact that we were celebrating a special occasion. Additionally, the server wasn’t attentive at all really. We ordered a bottle and he walked by our table multiple times when our glasses were empty and didn’t stop to refill them. I ended up refilling our glasses for myself and my partner. Given the price points on your menu and what people spend to come in and dine, I would expect an ambience where no one is shouting, and where servers are attentive
   

   Balos EstiatorioResponded 5 days ago

   Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. First and foremost, I want to sincerely apologize that your recent visit—especially one meant to celebrate a special occasion—fell short of expectations. Your feedback is both important and deeply appreciated. We understand how frustrating it must have been to be seated near a loud group and in a less-than-ideal spot. We also regret that your concerns weren’t handled more thoughtfully and that the service fell short—especially with attentiveness to your bottle. Your experience doesn’t reflect our standards, and we’re addressing this with our team. We truly appreciate your input and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a much better experience. -Balos Management
   

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   Courtney

   Washington DC2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a good time! Renzo, Luis & the Manager Kevin ensure a great experience with quality food.
   

   Balos EstiatorioResponded 5 days ago

   Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you consistently have a great time with us. Renzo, Luis, and Kevin are truly valued members of our team, and it's heartening to know their dedication to quality service and hospitality stands out. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon! -Balos Management
   

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   jonathan

   New York City15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My wife took me here for my birthday and it was a grand time. Our server was the best ever. The experience was a homerun from the pita bread and hummus down to the baklava. Our appetizers and main course were very delicious and a good size serving as well. We would definitely return here for a power lunch one of these evenings. Also the ambiance is amazing! Feels like you’re in Greece.
   

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    Arturo VIP

    Mexico City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    great experience! the food was really good and the service was excellent!
    

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