Da Barbara

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   Gordon

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 1, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I am afraid to leave this review because this restaurant is one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in the entire world. Every dish was literally a tastegasm. It is like you went to your best friend’s who can cook house and she served you everything you ever needed in your entire life.
   

   Da BarbaraResponded 5 days ago

   Oh my goodness, we’re blushing! Thank you SO much for this fantastic review—it’s the sweetest thing we’ve read in a long time! “Tastegasm”? We’re putting that on a T-shirt immediately. 😄 Seriously though, knowing that our food and vibe made you feel like you were at your best friend’s house (but with epic cooking) means the absolute world to us. That’s precisely the kind of experience we love to create, and it makes us so happy to know it came across. We can’t wait to have you back for more unforgettable moments! You’re part of the Da Barbara family now. ❤️ Grazie mille, Barbara
   

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   Scott

   New York City

   6 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on November 30, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What an absolutely fantastic experience! A wonderful intimate dinner with extraordinary dishes and every bite was one of admiration of Barbara and her staff’s labor of love. This is one my most favorite experiences in memory which includes several Michelin three star restaurants. This is an LA gem and not to be missed!
   

   Da BarbaraResponded on December 2, 2024

   Dear Scott, Thank you so much for your lovely review—it warmed my heart! Your support means everything to us, and guests like you make all the hard work worthwhile. It was a pleasure to have you! Grazie mille, Barbara
   

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   John

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic in every way. It’s an experience to eat here.
   

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   Da BarbaraResponded on November 26, 2024

   Dear John, Thank you so much for your excellent review! It truly made our day We can’t wait to have you back at Da Barbara soon. Until then, Grazie Mille, for your support! Warmly, Barbara
   

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   Jonathan

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loved dining here great experience. Will definitely be back. Fantastic food & service.
   

   Da BarbaraResponded on November 26, 2024

   Dear Jonathan Wow, thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy you had a great time at Da Barbara. We hope to see you again soon—you’ll always have a spot at our table! Grazie mille,
   

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   LisaT

   Los Angeles

   10 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on October 26, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!! Chef @barbara_pollastrini from Rome, Italy recently opened this little gem. She is living her dream with her new restaurant, @da_barbara_p …It is an intimate little place where Chef talks to you as she cooks the most amazing authentic, Italian food. Literally every single dish was incredible! Felt like I was back in Italy. 🇮🇹 She’ll tell you stories about how she cooks 5 different types of tomatoes differently, then blends them together to make her sauce. And how she gets the most tender, high quality meat from a farmer in Ohio who only sells to a select few. Her menu changes daily depending on her fresh farmer’s market finds. 10/10. Superb. Bring your friends. Tell your friends. It’s special. It’s authentic. GO!✨ I could go on & on about every element of every dish—the ricotta, the carrots, the peas in a sauce with the fried mushrooms that I died over, the focaccia bread I could not stop eating, the Arancini balls, the filet mignon roll...🤌🏼💀…I got lucky and she had a Bolognese Pasta special that was so incredible, I got another to-go—-and it was the last one of the night. Okay, I’ll stop—wait, the dessert! I can’t. 💀💀
   

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   Da BarbaraResponded on October 30, 2024

   Grazie mille for your amazing review! At Da Barbara, we aim to bring the heart of Italy to Hollywood, from our sauces to our freshly made pasta. We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and look forward to welcoming you back for more authentic Italian flavors. See you soon Barbara
   

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   Kelly

   Minneapolis

   19 reviews

   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on October 19, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful, delicious authentic Italian cooking! I was a single diner and first guest of the evening, and to my delight seated in a cushioned bench right in front of kitchen. Such attention to detail from the server and Chef Barbara. Bring your own wine ! Highly recommended!
   

   Da BarbaraResponded on October 22, 2024

   Dear Kelly, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! It was a pleasure having you. I am happy you enjoyed the experience with us. Thank you again, and I hope to see you soon. Best, Barbara
   

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   Steve

   Fort Lauderdale

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on October 12, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Phenomenal experience and food. The chef is exceptional and personable.
   

   Da BarbaraResponded on October 13, 2024

   Dear Steve, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're incredibly grateful you took the time to share your experience at Da Barbara. hope to see you again Barbara
   

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   Kalisha

   Los Angeles

   15 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on October 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I am in love with this place and will go back again soon. Barbara is lovely and it feels like you were being hosted in someone’s cozy townhouse. Everything I’ve had has been delicious and I can’t wait to try more. Note it is BYOB for now so bring your own wine.
   

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   Da BarbaraResponded on October 13, 2024

   Dear Kalisha, Grazie Mille, for taking the time to leave such a kind review! We’re delighted to hear that your experience at Da Barbara was memorable. Thank you again, Kalisha, for your kind words and support! Your positive review means a lot to us. Feel free to share your experience with friends or on social media, and we hope to see you at Da Barbara again soon. Warm regards, Barbara"
   

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   KristiB

   San Diego

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on October 4, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   So many new restaurants opening, but very few that exceed the mark with respect to food, service, and ambience. The small space is gorgeously decorated and very intimate, so with the open kitchen, it truly makes you feel like every table is the Chef's Table. Every dish is prepared by Chef with such care and attention to detail that each bite is packed with flavor. I appreciate the small dishes so that I can order MORE dishes! We ordered: -King Oyster Mushrooms: cooked perfectly over an INSANE pea/green onion sauce -Meatballs: Chef's special recipe, meat just falls apart -Focaccia-a must to sop up the sauces -Tagliolini w/ lemon sauce: perfectly balanced, especially if you love lemon in pasta which I do! -Tortelli-MUST order! Filled w/ slow-braised filet mignon -Gnocchi All'amatriciana-Guanciale is made in-house, so another MUST order! -Maiale al Latte-incredibly tender pork and one of my fave dishes! Service was attentive but not bothersome. We never had to ask for anything because she always had it ready. Excellent! For the level of cuisine and service, I think the prices are definitely fair and worth the visit! I will be back to make my way through the rest of the menu! Grazie mille!
   

   Da BarbaraResponded on October 13, 2024

   Thank you so much for your excellent review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your dining experience at Da Barbara. It's always a pleasure to know that our fresh pasta and dedication to Italian flavors resonated with you. We'll be sure to share your kind words with our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable meal!
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Outstanding experience. The service was amazing and they were warm and welcoming. Made us feel like friends rather than customers. Food was perfection. Such a unique experience to be able to see your food being prepared by someone who so clearly loves what she does. Will definitely be coming back when I’m in the area.
    

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    Da BarbaraResponded on October 7, 2024

    Thank you very much for your fantastic review! 😊 We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience at Da Barbara. We are delighted that we made you feel at home; this is exactly our goal. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another exceptional dining experience. Grazie mille! 🍽️
    

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