We finally had dinner at Balena for the first time, after hearing so much about it. It was like stepping back in time: a seafood dinner with simple, intense flavors, hard to find elsewhere, especially in an era where dishes seem to need to be overly elaborate to have an identity. I think the choice of simple dishes is perfect for showcasing the quality of the ingredients. Straightforward and unfussy, some might not like it, but for me it was a wonderful discovery. Moving ❤️ Rating 10
Angelica Simbula
.
28 Marzo 2026
10,0
As always, a charming place, you eat very well and you breathe the air of the old times, a home ❤
Tom Selleck
.
21 Marzo 2026
10,0
We were delighted to be at La Balena restaurant, where we enjoyed the wonderful dishes prepared by Mrs. Cristiana...😋 unsurpassed fried food and prawns that brought back memories of our youth... 👏🏼👏🏼 Compliments also go to Gigi, who served us with professionalism and kindness (brullendi)🔝
Giulia Milia and Sandro Collu 😘
Alessandro Collu
.
21 Marzo 2026
10,0
Excellent trattoria, always fresh fish, very friendly staff, excellent quality and quantity. Super price.
massimo Lenzu
.
14 Marzo 2026
10,0
We had a great meal, featuring the catch of the day. Fast service. Excellent price.
Sara
.
06 Marzo 2026
10,0
Expectations were very high. Unfortunately, they were not met... Sunday lunch. 4 starters, not abundant and obvious... no first course unless made to order... they made up for it with the mixed fried fish and the Sardinian desserts, but not mixed... two pardule and amaretti... I don't think I'll frequent the place again... bill 30 euros per person
Chiara Olla
.
01 Marzo 2026
6,0
Aside from the shrunken mussels... a bit of sand in the bites... two chipped glasses out of six... a few pieces of glass on the floor here and there throughout the room... a few fish bones under the table... excellent quality raw materials... a shame about the preparation... and about many... or rather many details... in any case the price is right.
giuliano cambedda
.
25 Febbraio 2026
6,0
I'm back after many years. I can't help but be a little moved when I open the door and see the room full. Moved because I know, even if only through social media, the history of this trattoria, the passion and commitment of those who work there. Moved because you feel at home and immediately breathe in the atmosphere of the "trattorias of the past," which, sadly, no longer exist. Next to my table is a family with children. They laugh, joke, and have a great time together. A true Sunday lunch. There's little to say about the quality and quantity of the dishes: everything is fresh, excellent, and plentiful. I didn't even take a photo because, for once, I enjoyed the lunch.
Marco Biggio
.
08 Febbraio 2026
10,0
Delicious fish, authentic place, friendly service, English spoken, worth a visit, highly recommended!
Agata
.
17 Gennaio 2026
10,0
Definitely THE restaurant to go to in Cagliari, if only there were more places like this…
Ludovico Mengoni
.
04 Gennaio 2026
10,0
Google
TripAdvisor
ilmangione.it