Barbarella

Name: Barbarella
Address: 2171 Avenida De La Playa, San Diego, CA, United States, 92037
Telephone: (858) 454-7373
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

699 Reviews

$30 and under

European

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

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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=
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
Neighborhood
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 699 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

904 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great atmosphere, and great service... all at a reasonable price.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Chicken parm was more like chicken Milanese with no sauce, just plain breaded chicken with a little cheese on top and very dry. Service was very slow and we had to ask for things multiple times. Very overpriced for quality of food and poor service.
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Leen
San Diego
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great experience and food as usual. Brunch and drinks always tasty
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Kaitlin
San Diego
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
They packed too many people into the restaurant for Mother's Day, so the waitress, who was very attentive at first but then didn't come back for a while, warned us the kitchen was backed up. I'm glad she did, b/c it took one hour to get the food. My husband ordered the traditional scrambled eggs, toast and potatoes. He returned the bacon b/c it wasn't cooked. My brioche brie/prosciutto toast was delicious and a generous portion. My kids pizza, which they shared (thank you waitress for saying it was big), was delicious, albeit a bit "greasy" which made it floppy. Great flavor though. Just struggle with the cost of the food here. My husband said, "So it's going to cost me $35 for a chicken bowl??" Yep. Hence the breakfast order. Most of their salads and bowls are without protein and priced in the $20s. Just too much. The decor is great and it was a beautiful day so overall i enjoyed my brunch but could have just booked less tables and brought food out quicker and better executed.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place! As you walk down the street you can see just how the energy and the vibe of the restaurant makes people want to be there. It’s fun and exciting, good food and servers have always been friendly and hustle. I’ve never seen so many servers race around and so it with a great attitude. Love it!
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
In a word - “outstanding!” Chef Yadira (“Yady”) was so attentive with us personally as well as being mindful of my wife’s need to eat “gluten-free.” We split a Cesar Salad (adding Avocado) and the Grilled Chicken with gluten-free Penne Pasta mixed in a Vegetable Sauce! Both were fabulous! We will be back for sure!
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DianeAndTom
Tahoe
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Not great food. Service was good. Price reasonable. Very few pizza choices. Both pizzas a little burned. Quiet enough to talk when seated outside.
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KimW
Kansas City
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our dinner and drinks and loved our server Tiffany. A must for anyone looking for a great dinner and great location.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delicious food and drinks, adorable restaurant in a cute area. I love it here!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My chicken was so dry I only ate 1 bite. Waitress said she spoke up her manager and they took 1/2 off… There we 6 of us dining. One of our friends did not get her meal with all of us. It came about 20 minutes later. The waitress said she spoke to her manager… they took 1/2 off. Really??
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Sunday
San Diego
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great meal service was exceptional!! Wine was great pizza too
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SheriS
San Diego
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Decorated for the Spring! It was just adorable!! Gotta love any place near the ocean.
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TrevorR
Calgary
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Noisy environment, as has become typical. Food was good but not great.
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AFer
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time. Pizza could be cooked more. The server did a great job.
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Jasminez
San Diego
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks were delicious along with the food! Very cute inside and the service is wonderful! Definitely a must stop brunch place
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tafsnap
Philadelphia
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful Easter breakfast. The Easter bunny even visited our table. My granddaughter was thrilled.
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Hkfngr
Los Angeles
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great for Friday night pizza and more! Very nice staff and plenty of outdoor seating with ample heaters to be comfortable.
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BarbaraS
San Diego
80 reviews
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took 2 friends for a birthday lunch and it was wonderful. We sat inside on the patio facing the street. I was all set to have a "healthy" salad until I saw the servier delivering pancakes to a nearby table. They looked amazing and I had to order them! They were the best buttermilk pancakes I have ever eaten! Huge, thick yet fluffy with great flavor. The best! friends did get the Wedge Salad and a Margherita pizza and they were both delicious as well. Server brought a beautiful dessert and everyone was happy. I love this place and go often since it is within walking distance to my home. BUT, if I had to drive, I would still go to Barbarella's often!
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lovegoodfood
San Diego
55 reviews
vip
4.0
55 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
All of the Food is good but overpriced for what it is. Liked pizza & salad
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ShaelaM
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and amazing food ! Definitely going again !
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Kidbonz
San Diego
80 reviews
vip
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of favorites. Seems like we always get the same thing: Funghi Pizza and two salads. We had an outstanding server and the food was excellent as usual. Highly recommended in La Jolla Shores.
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BrindanB
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely early festive family dinner with the internet down so low noise level experience. Wonderful!
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TiffanyP
San Diego
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun, festive, ambience, delicious food, and wonderful drinks 👍
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gmdza
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The place was empty yet the service was very slow. We received a water glass that was dirty with red lipstick. They also brought out the wrong order for someone in our party
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CintiaA
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and it ur server Arc was the best . Will definitely be coming back . Loved the valentines decor , had a great time with my girls !
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JanetP
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I was informed, when I made the reservation, that I would be able to have separate bills for my guests, (i had a reservation on 16). When I got there, the server said I was not able to have more than 8 separate checks. Why wasn't I informed that when I made the reservations and, once again, when I confirmed? The server was not very attenuative. nor personable. Also, I was not informed that there would be an automatic 15% gratuity on each check. Also, the birthday cake was rushed, and delivered BEFORE the rest of the deserts. I've been in the restaurant industry for about 20 years, and do not believe her behavior warranted 15% of the bill.
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Laini
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time visiting this restaurant, and it was lovely. We will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The service was not the best. Firstly, the tables on the sidewalk have such terrible lighting that we have to check the menu with a flashlight. We ordered a charcuterie board which was ok, the waiter forgot to bring the dishes so we were basically looking at the food for a few minutes. Very thick cuts in salami and hams. She also forgot the jams. The drink was delicious, the best watermelon margarita I've ever had. The food was delicious but it was simply lukewarm. It didn't even come hot, nor was the dish itself hot. As it arrived within 10 minutes, it was clearly ready and they just heated it in the microwave. Anyway, a little overpriced, bad service (after we finished the board the waiter again forgot to collect the dishes), delicious dishes but nothing fresh made to order.
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Claudia
San Diego
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great! Loved all the cute valentines decorations! Service was amazing!
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chpstk
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was not bad, but in my opinion, it was definitely overpriced for the quality. We ordered an appetizer and were not given plates to share. There were no napkins on the table. The server was friendly, but service just could have been much better for the location and overall cost of the meal.
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Boricua
San Diego
14 reviews
vip
1.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I was so disappointed as we waited weeks for our reservations. We have seen so many cool videos that we’re really looking forward to our dinner. Only to realize that they sat as literally on the street in the corner table with no light when we asked to get moved they pretty much moved us to their “”private patio “. I was very disappointed to get all dressed up just to be sad pretty much all the way in the back of the restaurant not to mention we had to go through the kitchen in order to get there. Not to mention our appetizer came at the same time as our dinner. That was really annoying considering our table was tiny. I feel that if I’m spending $400 on dinner at bare minimum, I should be able to use a restroom. The restroom was out of order. How was that even legal you had to go down the street to go wash your hands overall very disappointed to get all dressed up, just to be seated in such a terrible place.
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AnnaR
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All of the staff we interacted with, our server, ladies at the front, random people we encountered walking around or delivering food, were all amazing. Some of the best service we’ve had. The drinks were extremely delicious, worth the money. The food was to die for, some of the best we’ve had in a long time and we like to eat out a lot. The gelato came in an awesome serving size, large! We asked for pizza to go and they gave it to us at the perfect time. My husband got the large hot chocolate and they even gave us to go cups which we were not expecting but amazing and thoughtful. Our waitress went above and beyond, you can tell she cared, and she was very nice. We had a 3 month old baby with us, the inside of the restaurant was loud, but not too loud for her, we had comfortable seats, and an amazing experience. Definitely starve yourself the day of so you have room for all the food and drink! We look forward to coming back!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was decorated so perfectly for Valentine’s Day.
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ChristenaR
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's so adorable and such a fun environment. Food is ok. Drinks are amazing!
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JenB
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We loved the decorations, amazing service, good drinks, and delicious food. My only complaint was that it was very loud inside where we sat and I felt like I had to yell to talk to my husband. I would suggest sitting outside next time where is was much quieter. The apple dessert was not the best but our appetizers and entrees were delicious. I will definitely go back.
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Carla
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vday decorations were so cute! Also the valentines themed drinks were adorable. And the food was delicious. Definitely going again soon.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a vibe, great place for a date night or with the girls 🫶🏽
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ConstanceR
San Diego
11 reviews
vip
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Overbooked we had to wait out on the sidewalk despite having a reservation. Then we were taken to the very back of the restaurant to a table the size of a TV tray and the room was really an outdoor area and was freezing We walked back up front and asked for a bigger table. We were then seated in front of an open window, we were told it was old and couldn’t be closed. We had to keep our jackets on. We kept asking for the overhead heater to be turned on 3 different people tried to turn it on, but it never came on. No silverware on table we asked 3 times and finally got it. Food and drinks very slow and we almost walked out. We will go back in the summer months only. Very uncomfortable and all servers were overwhelmed and annoyed whenever we asked for something. Sorry I give a 2 out of 10.
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Divinedining
San Diego
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I booked this restaurant as a date night for my husband and I weeks in advance based off the photos I saw on Instagram. We love themed places and this one boasted of dolling all up for Valentine's Day. We saw all the fun decor which was accurate based on the photos. We arrived 15 mins early for our reservation but they bypassed all the fun seating areas and sat us in a back room which didn’t have nearly the same ambiance and decor as the front. I brought it to their attention and told them we were early and could wait for a better table. Didn’t happen. I reminded them that I had a reservation and notes attached about where we wanted to sit. Nothing. So as to not ruin our evening we went for it but it only got worse from there. We asked the waiter for a mock tail menu and he forgot several times. We ordered bread , and were offered French fries and other items that were clearly not ordered by us. I reminded him about the bread he had completely forgotten and got some which was very basic and not worth the wait which you do pay for. They brought out several different menu items that were not our order. We finally received a side dish of spinach that was so salty we couldn’t eat it. The salmon I must say was very good. The waiter didn’t come by once to refill our water and had to flag others down for service. Upon finishing and asking for the bill it took him 15 mins to get back to us busy with other customers. Despite us trying to have a good attitude and enjoy our evening we swore we’d never go back which is so unfortunate as we truly were looking forward to a great new place to dine with a fun decor.
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Simmy
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks and decor was amazing!!!!! Made our reservation about a month, knowing Valentines weekend will be busy. Our waitress was wonderful! We ordered a ton of drinks and appetizers to share as group. We took ton of pictures and the drinks were all picture worthy and most importantly taste. Love the theme!
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FAQs

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

Barbarella is rated 4.4 stars by 699 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2171 Avenida De La Playa, San Diego, CA 92037

Additional information

Cross street
La Jolla Shores Drive
Neighborhood
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=
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

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Caesar Salad

Funghi Pizza

Caramelized Bacon Wedge Salad

Menu

What 699 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Barbarella offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Barbarella restaurant rated?

Is Barbarella currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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