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Barbarella, San Diego, CA

Barbarella

4.2
4.2
866 Reviews
$30 and under
European

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Barbarella is a restaurant and full bar located on Avenida De La Playa in La Jolla Shores. Adorned with an eclectic mix of art and boasting plenty of outdoor seating, Barbarella a one-of-a-kind culinary gem with executive Chef Lynn Crawford!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (858) 454-7373
  • Website
    https://barbarellarestaurant.com/?y_source=1_MjQzMTg2OTItODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Barbarella Restaurant is the perfect place for your event, a one-of-a-kind culinary gem with an authentic European menu featuring organic locally sourced ingredients. We offer an array of choices that will suit every need - whether it is a formal wedding rehearsal, a casual brunch, a business dinner, or simply a get together with good friends!
  • Location
    2171 Avenida De La Playa, San Diego, CA 92037
  • Area
    La Jolla
  • Cross Street
    La Jolla Shores Drive
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop is located within walking distance.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

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What 866 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Barbarella offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing service and food" in a "holiday-themed ambiance." Known for its festive decorations, this restaurant is a hit during Halloween and Christmas. While some dishes are "delicious," experiences can vary, with certain "decorations and themed drinks" consistently impressing guests.

1,071 Reviews

  1. Alexandra

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Not impressed! The service was super bad. Long waits for service, drinks and food. Food not impressed, it was simply ok. Our server was super charming and sweet but super slow in getting to us. We literally had to ask for someone to clean our table from dishes and drink glasses sitting around. I don’t think we’ll be back.

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  2. Jennifer

    VIP

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    There were a few delays in getting service, but the server was really nice. Food was good, but pricey.

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  3. Richelle

    VIP

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been here multiple times and never disappointed! The quality of the food and drinks is top notch, as well as the decor during certain holidays or seasons.

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  4. Marisol

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and food! I recommend making reservations within time!

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  5. Maya

    New York City

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was very busy on Valentine's day which made the service slow. My soup came to the table before my wine. My server Casey was sweet and as attentive as possible. The steak was a bit tough but I could tell it was seasoned well.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    This is our second time dining at Barbarella. Our first time was fantastic. Last night (Valentine’s Day)- we wish we had gone somewhere else. The entire restaurant was so cute- however, they stuck us in the back room. Our table was still dirty when they sat us… 5 minutes later, someone came by to clean it. Then they brought us plastic water cups? It was so odd. Our candle was never lit. The food was good. The service was meh. Honestly, we won’t be back..

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  7. Jake

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We ordered steak and a chicken parm. We also order French onion soup and a Cobb salad. French onion soup - 7.5/10 Cobb salad - 5/10 Chicken parm - 2/10 (the gnocchi and chicken tasted like it was frozen and then microwaved. Quality was very very poor) Steak - 6/10 (mashed potatoes were 5/10, green beans were cold 2/10) Overall very disappointed in the food quality. The service was average. Ambience was fine. I did like how they made it a theme for the holiday.

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  8. Selina

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Elian was very attentive and friendly. He recommended a drink that was amazing!

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  9. Marissa

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was very disappointing. It all lacked flavor and was very average. I had high hopes and was bummed with the experience.

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  10. joshua

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately went during the rain. Definitely hard to enjoy everything but it was the best it possibly could be with the situation. Everyone was very nice and tried their best to make the best of the situation. I would definitely recommend but go on a sunny day for sure

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FAQs

Barbarella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 454-7373.

Barbarella is rated 4.2 stars by 866 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Barbarella

2171 Avenida De La Playa, San Diego, CA 92037

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    La Jolla Shores Drive
  • Area
    La Jolla
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop is located within walking distance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://barbarellarestaurant.com/?y_source=1_MjQzMTg2OTItODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
  • Phone number
    (858) 454-7373
  • Private party facilities
    Barbarella Restaurant is the perfect place for your event, a one-of-a-kind culinary gem with an authentic European menu featuring organic locally sourced ingredients. We offer an array of choices that will suit every need - whether it is a formal wedding rehearsal, a casual brunch, a business dinner, or simply a get together with good friends!
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