South Philly spirit · Newark home
Delaware’s King of Steaks.
100% ribeye. Melted Cooper Sharp. Fresh Aversa seeded rolls. No frozen meat, no shortcuts—just Philly-style cheesesteaks done right.


Newark’s cheesesteak stop
Looking for the best cheesesteak in Delaware?
Searching for a cheesesteak near you in downtown Newark or around UD? Balboa brings the Philly steak tradition to Delaware with shaved 100% ribeye, melted Cooper Sharp or Cheese Whiz, and fresh seeded rolls. We’re close to the University of Delaware with free parking directly in front and street parking nearby.
Heavy hitters
Signature steaks.
Four house favorites, built fresh and ready to order.

The Balboa
100% ribeye, Cooper Sharp or Cheese Whiz, with or without onions.
$16.50
Broad St. Bully
Provolone, onions, mushrooms, hot peppers, pickles and Cheese Whiz.
$19.50
Nashville Hot Chicken
Nashville seasoning, Cooper Sharp and pickles on a seeded roll.
$14.50
The Champ
100% ribeye, Cooper Sharp, fried onions, mushrooms and hot peppers.
$17.50
Steps from UD
South Philly spirit. Newark home.
Find Balboa at 17 N Chapel Street, just off Main Street near the University of Delaware. Stop in for lunch or dinner, order ahead for pickup, or bring the whole crew.
Straight from our kitchen
See how we do it.
Fresh off the grill and loaded into seeded rolls. Press play when you’re hungry.
In the news
“Balboa Steaks Brings Philly Flavor to Newark”