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Da Barbara, Los Angeles, CA

Da Barbara

5.0
5
60 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Charming
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Experience Award-Winning Italian Dining
Proud winner of the Gambero Rosso International’s 2024 Top Italian Restaurants Award and the 2004 OpenTable Diner’s Choice Award, The Marchio Q, is a prestigious recognition awarded to Italian restaurants outside of Italy that excel in authenticity, quality, and adherence to traditional Italian culinary standards.
Da Barbara brings a perfect blend of Italian elegance and Hollywood glamour to the heart of the city.
A Celebration of Italy’s Culinary Heritage
At Da Barbara, we honor Italy’s diverse culinary traditions, crafting dishes with the finest and freshest ingredients. Our intimate seating for 20 ensures every guest enjoys a personalized and unforgettable dining experience.
The Vision of Chef Barbara Pollastrini
Founded by Chef Barbara Pollastrini, Da Barbara embodies a lifelong passion for authentic Italian cuisine.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 17:30–21:30
  • Phone number
    (424) 653-8706
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Barbara Pollastrini
  • Catering
    Da Barbara offers personalized catering services for small crowds; whether it's a family celebration or a cozy get-together with friends, our curated menu will delight your guests with fresh, authentic dishes. Let us handle the details so you can enjoy a stress-free, delicious experience. Contact us to create a custom menu tailored to your needs.
  • Private party facilities
    At Da Barbara, we offer exclusive private event experiences tailored to your needs. Whether it's a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or an intimate dinner, our team will create a memorable event with exquisite Italian cuisine and impeccable service. Contact us to plan your perfect event.
  • Area
    Hollywood
  • Cross Street
    Cahuenga blvd
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 5Food
  • 5Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hollywood

    Best Overall

  • Hollywood

    Best Food

  • Hollywood

    Best Service

  • Hollywood

    Best Ambience

  • Hollywood

    Best Value

  • Hollywood

    Innovative

  • Hollywood

    Romantic

  • Hollywood

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Da Barbara offers an intimate dining experience that feels like being in a friend's home. The cozy, elegant atmosphere is complemented by Chef Barbara's passionate and authentic Italian cuisine. Reviews highlight "amazing experience," "outstanding service," and "delicious, homemade" dishes. Bring your own wine to enhance this unique culinary journey.

61 Reviews
  1. Scott

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined today

    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!

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  2. John

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic in every way. It’s an experience to eat here.
    Da BarbaraResponded 4 days ago
    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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  3. Jonathan

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 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 4 days ago
    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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  4. LisaT

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 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. 💀💀
    Da BarbaraResponded on 30 October 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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  5. Kelly

    Minneapolis

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 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 22 October 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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  6. Steve

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 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 13 October 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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  7. Kalisha

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 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.
    Da BarbaraResponded on 13 October 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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  8. KristiB

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 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 13 October 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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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 September 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.
    Da BarbaraResponded on 7 October 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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  10. Kris

    Los Angeles

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    OMG! One of the best meals we’ve ever had. It’s like being in someone’s house while they prepare dinner. The place is small, only nine tables so you get great service. The focaccia bread was amazing. Too bad they’re just a titch too far from Pantages. If you’re running late from dinner, you’ll be running to get to the theatre. Not a great way to end a fabulous dinner.
    Da BarbaraResponded on 13 October 2024
    Dear Kris, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're incredibly grateful you took the time to share your experience at Da Barbara.

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Da Barbara is rated 5 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
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6411 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cahuenga blvd
  • Area
    Hollywood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 17:30–21:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Barbara Pollastrini
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (424) 653-8706
  • Catering
    Da Barbara offers personalized catering services for small crowds; whether it's a family celebration or a cozy get-together with friends, our curated menu will delight your guests with fresh, authentic dishes. Let us handle the details so you can enjoy a stress-free, delicious experience. Contact us to create a custom menu tailored to your needs.
  • Private party facilities
    At Da Barbara, we offer exclusive private event experiences tailored to your needs. Whether it's a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or an intimate dinner, our team will create a memorable event with exquisite Italian cuisine and impeccable service. Contact us to plan your perfect event.
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