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Balcon, San Marcos, TX

Balcon

4.6
4.6
61 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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7:00 p.m.
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  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
  • Great for creative cocktails
Welcome to Balcon! Our restaurant is your destination for modern Mexican food, drinks, and entertainment. Our menu features a variety of delicious entrees, tacos, and drinks, including our signature margaritas. We offer happy hour and dinner specials . Whether you’re looking for a casual night out with friends or an intimate dinner with your partner, Balcon has something for everyone. Join us for an unforgettable experience and let us show you why Balcon is the premier spot for Modern Mexican cuisine.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 749-1028
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 61 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Balcon in San Marcos offers a "unique experience" with "fantastic food" and exceptional service. Highlights include "awesome cocktails" and "best margaritas in the area." Guests rave about the "lovely location" and "excellent ambiance." From happy hour to dinner, the restaurant consistently delivers delicious and "original" dishes, ensuring a memorable visit.
61 Reviews
  1. Nathan

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Highly recommend. Order the Oaxacan old fashioned.

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  2. Jordan

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and amazing food! Will be returning.

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  3. Daniel

    Houston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was just a very pleasant experience. Very nice evening. The service was awesome. 

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  4. Pete

    VIP

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A unique experience in San Marcos. The food was original and delicious up and down the menu. My wife and I shared six different dishes, and without exception found the food to be excellent. The service at the bar where we sat was also awesome as were the cocktails. A nice addition to the area. 

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  5. DARLENE

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I tried to make reservations thru Open Table, and no tables were available. I called Balcon and got what I needed. Half the restaurant was empty. Open Table is a waste of time.

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  6. Eileen

    VIP

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fabulous find in San Marcos! We will make a point of dropping in again. Even though it was graduation day, we were able to grab a reservation, service was fast and friendly. And the food was fantastic.

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  7. Holly

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service. It was our first time at Balcon, we’ll definitely be back. Also, our waitress was so very kind, I have food allergies and she worked with the kitchen to make sure my meal was safe. Very much appreciated.

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  8. Phil

    VIP

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is consistently superb, especially for the price. We come here about twice/month. Last month we ate at some of our favorite spots in Santa Fe. Balcon measures up to any of them. I love the elote asado (street corn) and the enmolada, with house-made corn tortillas. I pick other items on other days, but these are my favorites. Best margaritas in the area.

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  9. Julia

    Portland

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was well cooked but I was surprised to have not been asked about how I wanted the steak cooked for steak and eggs. The server was pleasant but not well trained - asked me if I wanted dessert before I was anywhere near done with my meal.

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  10. Linda

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the atmosphere and our waiter Lucas was great! The food was amazing!

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407 S Stagecoach Trail ste 201, San Marcos, TX 78666-5092

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Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    San Marcos
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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