About this spot
Red Balloon is one of the standout spots in Mission District, San Francisco. It's the kind of place locals argue about on Reddit and food bloggers can't stop posting about.
💡 Tips before you go
- Tip 20% — it's expected and servers depend on it
- Book ahead for dinner on weekends, especially popular spots
- Portions are large — sharing is common and welcome
Common Questions
Where is Red Balloon?
It's in Mission District, San Francisco. Address: Mission Street, 2763, San Francisco
Do I need reservations?
Book for dinner, especially Fri-Sat. Resy and OpenTable are standard. Casual spots: just walk in.
About this page
Restaurant: Red Balloon (Red Balloon)
Cuisine: nicaraguan
Location: Mission District, San Francisco, United States
Source: Curated from review platforms