Balvanera Cocina Argentina
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Our verdict
Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Argentine. Wine strengths: Argentina.
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- Address
- 1660 Smallman St.
- Phone
- (412) 586-5617
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 5–10 PMSat–Sun 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
- Website
- balvanerarestaurants.com
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on OpenTable
The menu
What to order
- Steaks from the grill
- Argentinian sausages
- Milanesa de pollo
- Empanadas
- Octopus small plate
Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Argentine. Wine strengths: Argentina.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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Details
- Lively
- Energetic
- Trendy
- Industrial
- Cozy
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Family
- Celebration
- Casual Hangout
- After Work
- Brunch
- Standalone
- Design Destination
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- A La Carte
- Small Plates
- Family Style
- Wine
- Cocktails
- Gluten Free Options
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 5–10 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Argentinian brasserie in a large renovated warehouse space in the Strip District, with lively, social energy and a lively atmosphere suited to sharing small plates, steaks, and drinks.