Barbarella

4.2

866 Reviews

$30 and under

European

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 5 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Good for groups

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 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
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
Neighbourhood
La Jolla
Cross Street
La Jolla Shores Drive
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus Stop is located within walking distance.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 866 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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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

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Alexandra
San Diego
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 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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Jennifer
VIP
Phoenix
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 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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Richelle
VIP
San Diego
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 18, 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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Marisol
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 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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Maya
New York City
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 15, 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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OpenTable Diner
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 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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Jake
Sacramento
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 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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Selina
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 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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Marissa
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 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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joshua
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 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 reservation

2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2171 Avenida De La Playa, San Diego, CA 92037

Additional information

Cross Street
La Jolla Shores Drive
Neighbourhood
La Jolla
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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!

Barbarella

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Order delivery or takeout

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Popular dishes

Seafood Linguine

Pizza Margherita

Greek Salad

Menu

What 866 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Barbarella offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Barbarella restaurant rated?

Is Barbarella currently accepting reservations?

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