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09/23/2026
Golden hour starts early at Barbarella ✨
Every Monday through Friday from 3 to 5pm, pull up a seat on our patio in La Jolla Shores and let the afternoon slow down. Our Lunch & Happy Hour specials are calling, featuring fresh local oysters on the half shell 🦪 and our house-made Barbarita, shaken to order and made for sipping in the sunshine 🍹
Bring your favorite people, catch the ocean breeze, and stay a while. Whether it’s a quick escape from the workday or the start of a long, lovely evening, there’s always a seat waiting for you.
📍 Barbarella, La Jolla Shores
🕒 Mon to Fri, 3 to 5pm
Tag who’s meeting you for oysters this week 👇
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09/22/2026
Wickedly smooth, dangerously good. 🕸️
09/19/2026
Fresh means a lot to us. In a world full of close enough, almost or convenience, we here at ʙᴀʀʙᴀʀᴇʟʟᴀ ʀᴇsᴛᴀᴜʀᴀɴᴛ never settle for less.
Every week we go through the labor of love to source, prep and deliver you fresh local catch to give you the culinary experience you come to expect in La Jolla Shores.
Dine with us, leave happy! 🫶
09/16/2026
Enjoy expertly crafted drinks and attentive service designed to make your visit comfortable and memorable. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
09/14/2026
Lobster roll dreams and crispy fry vibes. 🦞🍟
09/08/2026
Football season is here and we got you covered 👋
Touch down with us for opening day tomorrow!
09/06/2026
We like things ~ family style ~
Who have you been overdue to catch up with? 🤍
09/03/2026
We love being your host!
Our front patio and private back room are open for reservations. Give us a call or book your next event with us online.
Your next dinner party awaits ✨
08/31/2026
Behind the scenes of us whipping up our secret sauce…
08/27/2026
Have you met our smoked trout dip?
Whipped smoked trout + fresh herbs + crispy capers + bright trout roe + cracked pepper +
crispy taro chips = the appetizer you didn’t
know you needed.
📍 Barbarella, La Jolla
08/24/2026
🍽 NEW ON THE MENU: Burrata & Beets
Creamy burrata meets roasted beets, vibrant pesto, peppery arugula, toasted pine nuts, and crispy sourdough points. This is a vegetarian favorite now served at Barbarella. 🌿🍷
Come taste what everyone’s talking about.
08/20/2026
Craving seafood by the water? Your favorite seaside European bistro is just blocks from La Jolla Shores and the patio is calling your name. Whether it’s a family dinner, a party or a night out with the crew, we are ready to host you at Barbarella.
Summer is calling, let’s make it count 🌊
08/13/2026
A little shake, a little pour, a lot of Barbarella magic. 🍸✨
Crafted by hand, best enjoyed by the ocean.
See you soon!
Barbarella
08/10/2026
This is your sign to join us at ʙᴀʀʙᴀʀᴇʟʟᴀ ʀᴇsᴛᴀᴜʀᴀɴᴛ by the fire…
Our Spanish Octopus brings together bold flavors with parsnip sauce, spicy chorizo jam & Calabrian aioli. A must-try on the new menu. ✨
Will we see you tonight?
08/08/2026
It’s a La Jolla shores type of weekend. The sand is warm, the seals are doing their thing and we’re here serving summer vibes. Who’s making the trip down this weekend?
08/07/2026
Come see what Chef has been cooking up 💖 You don’t want to miss this weekend’s specials, see you tomorrow at Barbarella✨
08/05/2026
Happy National Oyster Day! 🦪
We’re celebrating by serving oysters all day, every day! Join us for our rotating Chef’s Oyster Selection, featuring fresh, seasonal oysters served with house mignonette, fresh lemon, and cocktail sauce.
See you at Barbarella! 🥂
Address
2171 Avenida De La Playa
San Diego, CA
92037
To reach the Avenida de la Playa in San Diego, for those using public transport, take the bus or trolley to La Jolla Cove or La Jolla Village Station and then walk towards the Avenida de la Playa. For those driving, take the I-5 freeway and exit at La Jolla Village Drive. Follow the signs to Avenida de la Playa where you will find various parking options along the street.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
4pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9pm |
| Friday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 9:30pm |
| Sunday |
9am - 9pm |
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What people say
Barbarella Restaurant & Bar is a must-visit for anyone who loves Italian cuisine. This modern European restaurant located on Avenida de la Playa in San Diego offers a unique culinary experience that is sure to delight your taste buds. The restaurant's sunny patio, adorned with year-round blooms, provides the perfect setting for enjoying a delicious meal with friends and family.
The menu at Barbarella is a mix of casual Cal-Italian fare that includes crispy wild-mushroom pizzas, black mussels, roasted half chicken, and much more. The Barbarella Burger topped with grilled red onions and cheddar cheese is a must-try for burger lovers. The stone-roasted fish of the day is also highly recommended.
Brunchgoers will love the huevos rancheros with two salsas and the citrus hollandaise-topped eggs Benedict. The warm and woodsy room decorated with original work by local artists adds to the overall ambiance of this charming restaurant.
Barbarella Restaurant & Bar is not only dog-friendly but also family-oriented, making it an ideal place to enjoy delicious food with your loved ones. With its eclectic mix of art and plenty of outdoor seating options, Barbarella is truly a one-of-a-kind culinary gem in San Diego's La Jolla Shores neighborhood.
