Barbarella

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   Karen

   San Diego

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   We had a great experience and the ambience was beautiful. We loved the Christmas decor inside and out. 10/10 recommend. I went on a date last night and she loved it . During the holiday season is the best time to go !
   

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   Lisa

   New York City

   3 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   The table next to us was so loud we asked to move. The hostess was kind enough to reseat us in red back room and then the server forgot us. We had to ask another server for our food (after about a hell hour). Good was cold. The server said he would comp us dessert. Forgot. It was my niece’s 21 birthday. What a huge disappointment
   

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   DONNA

   San Diego

   11 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   11 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Overpriced for what you get !! $17 for a tiny, thin & tough piece of prime meat!!! Mashed potatoes were out of the box and had no taste!! Go for a drink and the decorations, eat a nice meal before you go !!
   

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   Steve

   San Diego

   33 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   33 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Food was good, so were the drinks. Although our bartender lacked personality. He didn’t say much and wouldn’t look at you or make eye contact when you spoke to him. Maybe he was having a bad day? I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt. Still overall it was a good experience. The atmosphere was great and festive with all the Christmas decorations.
   

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   Luke

   San Diego

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   We didn’t get silverware and napkins until we finally asked multiple people. Server never stopped by to make sure we had all that we needed. Charcuterie board was very small and not on a board, not impressive at all. The holiday decor is really nice and extravagant. Food was good. Enjoyed the pasta and baked bread. The Old Fasion was not good.
   

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   Steve

   Orange County

   60 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   60 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   We have been to Barbarella many times. We both really like the Pasta Al Forno. However, this time we were a little disappointed as it was overcooked which caused the sauce to actually break down. Our server was very friendly and attentive.
   

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   Crystal

   San Diego

   5 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Only reason this doesn’t get a 5 star is because I felt like we were packed in like sardines. I think if place removed a couple tables … it would be much more enjoyable.
   

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   Hope

   San Diego

   5 reviews

   2.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Despite having reservations, we were seated in the back room, even though there were plenty of open tables in the main area. The back room lacked atmosphere—no music playing—making it so quiet that we felt like we had to whisper to avoid being overheard. We ordered the martini served in an ornament, but it came in a whiskey glass and was only half-filled. For $18, it felt overpriced and disappointing. The bolognese we tried was good but wasn’t served very hot. Like the martini, it also seemed overpriced for what it was. Overall, it wasn’t a great experience, and I wouldn’t rush to go back.
   

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   Dean

   New Mexico

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Good people food. Great place for the dog to join! Good canine menu too.
   

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    Jayci

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 November 2024

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

    My boyfriend and I went for a date night and had a wonderful time. The restaurant was decorated for Christmas, it was stunning!! I had the ricotta ravioli and my boyfriend had the armericano pizza, which we both pretty much devoured. We had the apple crumble for dessert, which was delicious. I had two Christmas themed cocktails. The service was great. The bussers were so quick to grab our dirty plates out of the way, and were friendly. Our server was also very friendly and made sure we were taken care of. I will definitely be returning!
    

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