La Balmesina - Award-Winning Pizza Restaurant in Barcelona

Name: La Balmesina
Address: Carrer de Balmes, Barcelona, Catalunya, 08007, ES
Price range: €€
Rating: 4.6

restaurant ⭐ 4.6/5 (4380 reviews)

La Balmesina is Barcelona's premier pizza restaurant, ranked as the 10th best pizzeria in Europe outside Italy. Located in the heart of Barcelona, we specialize in authentic Neapolitan pizzas made with organic flour and 72-hour fermented dough. Winner of "Best Neapolitan Pizza in Spain" at Madrid Fusión 2021.
Here's a detailed overview of the restaurant:

Our Award-Winning Pizza Menu

The restaurant specializes in gourmet pizzas made with sourdough and organic flour. Their pizzas are fermented for 72 hours, making them more digestible and flavorful[1][1]. Some key features of their menu include:

- Gourmet Pizzas: Made with organic flour and long fermentation process

- Homemade Italian Dishes: Offering a variety of traditional Italian cuisine

- Natural Wines: Complementing their food offerings

They also offer a special pizza menu available Monday to Friday from 13:00 to 15:30, which includes a pizza, drink, and dessert or coffee for €13.90

Awards and Recognition

La Balmesina has received significant acclaim in the pizza world:

- Top 10 in Europe: Ranked 10th best pizzeria in Europe outside of Italy according to the '50 Top Pizza' ranking[4]

- Improvement: This ranking is a significant improvement from their 52nd position in 2022[4]

- Best Neapolitan Pizza: Won 1st place in the Best Neapolitan Pizza in Spain category at the Madrid Fusión 2021 competition[1][1]

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised La Balmesina for its high-quality pizzas and service:

"Excellent pizza, crispy crust with puffy edges, quick service, and friendly waiters."
The restaurant is often frequented by Italian customers, which is considered a good sign of authenticity.

Reservations

Reservations can be made online or by calling from 12:00 for lunch (Monday to Friday) and from 19:00 for dinner (Tuesday to Saturday)[1][1].

Additional Services

Delivery available through Glovo

Sister Restaurant: They have a sister restaurant called Gina Balmesina, located 300 meters away in the Gracia neighborhood

La Balmesina has established itself as a top pizzeria in Barcelona, offering high-quality, authentic Italian pizzas made with carefully selected ingredients and traditional techniques. Its recognition in European rankings and positive customer reviews make it a must-visit destination for pizza enthusiasts in Barcelona.