Bar One by Il Barone

Name: Bar One by Il Barone
Address: 4647 MacArthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA, United States, 92660
Telephone: (949) 955-2755
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

881 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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The new menu has many of Chef Franco's signature dishes including his Facci Ri Veccia and new specials everyday. Jonathan is making his 85% hydration 48-hour slow rise Pizza Dough to our beautiful outdoor Forno Classico oven.

Happy Hour 3pm-6pm Monday - Friday

We can't wait for you to join us!

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(949) 955-2755
Website
http://baroneoc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Franco Barone

Location
4647 MacArthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Cross street
Campus Dr and Macarthur Blvd
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pinot Grigio, Barone Fini, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
Pinot Grigio, Ferrari Carano, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Grillo, Corvo, Sicilia
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
Chardonnay, Angeline, Santa Barbara, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
Chardonnay, Chalk Hill, Russian River
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Chardonnay, Daou, Paso Robles, CA
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$62.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Rose, Daou, Paso Robles, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00

Red

Chianti Classico, Castellani, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
Cabernet, Josh, North Coast, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Cabernet, Martin Ray, Napa, CA
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00
Cabernet, Unshackled by Prisoner, CA
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$58.00
Super Tuscan, Ornellaia Le Volte
- Glass$22.00
- Bottle$88.00
Super Tuscan, Il Burchino
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00
Pinot Noir, Imagery, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Pinot Noir, Meiomi, CA
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Nero d'Avola, Campo di Marzo, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
Red Blend, Daou Pessimist, Paso Robles, CA
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$62.00

Cocktails

Barrel Aged Old Fashion$15.00
Yellowstone Bourbon - bitters - sugar - orange
Franco's Old Fashion$16.00
Redemption - maple - walnut bitters - smoked pancetta - orange
Millionaire Cocktail$16.00
Templeton Rye - Grand Marnier - cherry - lemon
Limoncello Martini$16.00
House made limoncello - Tito's vodka - lemon - sugar
Limoncello Mojito$16.00
Selvarey Rum - limoncello - lime - sugar - basil
Cactus Flower$15.00
Dos Hombres Mezcal - lime - ginger - prickly pear
Italian Mule$15.00
Tito's - Averna - lime - ginger beer
Espresso Martini$16.00
Stoli Vanilla - Kahlua - Espresso
Partito$16.00
Teremana Blanco Tequila - Campari - pineapple - lime - sugar
Hot Donna$15.00
Milagro Silver Tequila - citrus - agave - spice
Gin Tea$16.00
Earl Grey infused Gray Whale Gin - elderflower - pomegranate - lemon - simple
Drunken Monkey$15.00
Selvarey Coconut Rum - Spiced Rum - orange - pineapple - cherry
Basilico$15.00
Gin - cucumber liqueur - lime - simple - basil

Draft Beer

Michelob Ultra - Light Lager - 4.2%$7.00
Salvatore Italian Pilsner - Delahunt - Italian Pilsner 5%$8.00
Blonde Marvel - Left Coast - Blonde Ale 4.5%$8.00
Mango Hef - Garage Brewing Co. - Wheat Ale 5.5%$8.00
Chef Jon's Favorite Beer
Red Trolley Ale - Karl Strauss - Red Ale 5.8%$8.00
Hazy Bear Hug - Goose Island - Hazy IPA 6.8%$8.00
Wolf among Weeds - Golden Road - IIPA 8%$8.00

Sodas

Coke$4.00
Coke Zero$4.00
Diet Coke$4.00
Sprite$4.00
Bottled Still or Sparkling Water$8.00

Happy Hour

HH Bar Only. Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm

Well Drinks$8.00
Draft Beer$6.00
Jack & Coke$10.00
Aperol Spritz$10.00
Barrel Aged Old Fashion$12.00
Bar One Sangria$10.00
Select Wines$10.00

What 881 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orange County
Good for business meals
South Orange County
Good for business meals
South Orange County
Kid-friendly
South Orange County
Good for groups

881 Reviews

MP
MarkP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service. This restaurant is a gem.
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Dave
Orange County
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We love eating here …. The food is great and the service is always top notch
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent staff. Friendly. You feel like family. Food is authentic. A great place for big parties too
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Princess
Houston
111 reviews
vip
2.0
111 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience1
We use too love ILBarone, the place is nothing like it use to be. The ambience is a cheap drive bar now! The pizza was sloppy and the cake was a bit stale. The salad was very good. We purchased cracker for 8.00 and we gave the waiter a 10.00 and he never offered back our change. He just shook my husband’s hand. We had already paid and gave him a tip. This was not proper. We will not be going back. Very sad to what happened to IL Barone.🥲
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AnthonyM
Orange County
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Three words: Pork Chop Parmigiana !!!! 🤯🤯🤯 Great food ! Great Service ! You feel like your in Italy 🇮🇹 Frankie , Martina and Donatella are a touch of the old country !
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DavesWife
Orange County
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The transformation brought about by COVID necessity has been successful. I truly enjoy my time there.
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Brad
Orange County
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Most authentic Italian food around. Donatella and the staff are always so warm and welcoming. The waitstaff always describe the menu items with so much passion, we feel like we're back in Italy. Our "go to" Italian restaurant.
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RocioV
Palm Springs
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner once again was incredible, and the service was outstanding!
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Fazu
Orange County
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and service were amazing! We all had the specials of the night and we were not disappointed.
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ShelbyM
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, excellent food. You can tell the owners and staff take great pride in the restaurant. Relaxing and quiet atmosphere.
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JimH
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A comfortable bar area with large windows into the kitchen create a casual and fun atmosphere. The bread is homemade, and the food meets the high standards we've come to expect from a Barone restaurant. We'll be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Extremely welcoming staff and delicious food! Really enjoyed everything We had and the pizza was delicious!
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RobertP
Orange County
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Food was excellent as was the service. Bar is awesome. Much better location than the old Coco's on Bristol. Il Barone was a favorite of ours in the past when it is was in the old Quilted Peacock location and it is nice to see them back in the current iteration after Covid has played havoc with so many popular local restaurants.
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Barb
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Italian food I’ve ever had. I would eat the Cacio e Pepe every day if I could.
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MargaretW
Central Coast
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
July 7 2023 - First time dining here and we loved it. The service was wonderful, the food was delicious and it was a nice place for a date. Full disclosure we were there during a long holiday week so I believe it was quieter then usual. My favorite parts was the espresso martini and Nutella cheesecake.
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JenniferC
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time here, had an early dinner before going over to Segerstrom. We decided to try the chef’s table experience & the food did not disappoint. Homemade pasta, high quality sauces from scratch, seafood crudo, perfectly cooked steak & Italian donut to wrap up the evening. Note that the interior gives the impression that the evening will be casual & quick service quality food, but don’t let first impressions deceive you. The quality of food put out by this Italian family run restaurant is worthy of a white table cloth environment. Looking forward to returning here soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic menu and food. Met the owner. They have great event space as well if you are looking for a place to host a party.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience really great staff and very helpful drinks were amazingly good
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the BEST Italian food in OC!! Pasta is perfectly al dente, lasagna is perfect, fish is always fresh. When you come here you feel like part of the family. Don’t let the quiet place fool you, the food will keep bring you back again and again. Go for the hi girly specials, you won’t regret it.
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Jeff
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always fantastic at BarOne - Francesco treats you like family - It is my favorite restaurant in Newport
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Alex
Phoenix
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Il Barone has always been one of my go to places in Orange County. The food and service are always exceptional Donatella and Franco do an amazing job
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JamesB
Seattle
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food, expertly prepared. The crostini were amazing and I even purchased some to take home. My Crudo was amazing! Definitely will return.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ordered the specials of the night (white pizza & sea bass) and was phenomenal. The rest of the menu looks great as well. Plenty of fun cocktails too.
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Dave
Orange County
58 reviews
vip
4.0
58 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
We love coming here … the most difficult decisions are usually reviving about which of the specials we would like to order. It’s almost impossible and with a full “regular” menu you will certainly be able to find something you’d like. Great service … every time
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BellaD
Baja California Sur
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dined here last night, absolutely fantastic. One of the best Italian restaurants I've ever been to. The chefs came out and spoke to people about their wonderful dishes. Wine list is impressive as well. So glad we found this place.
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Businessdiner
Orange County
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience2
First review of any kind. I was compelled to write how poor of an experience we had at this restaurant. I came here to have a birthday lunch with a friend. The food was atrocious and to add insult to injury, the price was unjustifiable. I had a prosciutto type topped pizza (cold and soggy) and my friend the Wild boar stew (resembling something out of a can) neither one of us ate more than a third. Asked if we wanted bread - had no idea that 4 pieces of garlic bread would be $15. The only edible item was the calamari appetizer at $21. With two iced teas the bill came to $113 before tip - shocking. This was the old BossCat restaurant that was typically bustling - today there was just a handful of people (appears the people have spoken). The poor quality food, outrageous pricing, and mediocre service and atmosphere equates to a failed experience. I'm sorry for being so uncharacteristically harsh, but this is a restaurant that I will not be revisiting and, if asked, advising others to go elsewhere.
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LisaMarie
Orange County
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite restaurants and it is so nice and hip and classy people enjoying friends and loved ones! The bar area is always my preference. It has a nice vibe, service is awesome and most importantly, the food is delicious! I have tried salads, pizza, appetizers, veal, chicken, and the pasta!
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TerryR
Orange County
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a great spot. The food is incredible. I've only ever had the specials, but they are special. The staff is great. A family run restaurant that makes you feel like part of the family.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing!!! We love this place. Fantastic food and service. You can’t go wrong.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Up there in top level of best pizza we ever had! Highly recommend!
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Dave
Orange County
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience3
It was a nice evening; the large wine dinner in the main area was very loud …. As they should be!! Food was impeccable as always. It’s a favorite place I had the lasagna tonight (knowing I’d get to have some leftovers!) Give it a try …
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DeeK
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
We now realize why they had an opening at 6:45pm on a Saturday night! the experience was awful. Too loud, from the music in the bar, not enough servers to attend to the tables, The food was horrible, The chicken parmesan was tough, the cooked spinach was drenched in oil, the pizza was burned on the bottom, and the lasagna was just weird, It was very disappointing.
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BellaD
Baja California Sur
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Daily Special are very Delicious. The chef creates fabulous Daily specials this place is a hidden gem
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FoodieGirl
Orange County
20 reviews
vip
1.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall1food1service4ambience3
Food was not even hot and tasted mediocre. Pasta was definitely not fresh. To top it off we both had stomach issues that night.
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karenm
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service. Hidden gem Will definitely be back!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food
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DrBunkis
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Italian restaurant in Southern California - a must try,
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Raylene
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant for business and personal. Donatella is wonderful!! Love the imagination from the chef.
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Anonymous
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food best pizza I’ve ever had. All the pasta was fresh and the drinks were strong
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GuyA
Orange County
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always been a fan of iL Barone. The food is always great. I read some of the negative reviews on food and was very surprised. The veal Marsala was tender and delicious - never used my knife. The salads and pastas are fresh and the service is always excellent! We ate in the bar so noise was moderate but frankly i like the energy.
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FAQs

Bar One by Il Barone offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 955-2755.

Bar One by Il Barone is rated 4.7 stars by 881 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

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4647 MacArthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Campus Dr and Macarthur Blvd
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Franco Barone
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://baroneoc.com/
Phone number
(949) 955-2755

Bar One by Il Barone

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Wine

Bubbles

Prosecco, Ruffino, Veneto

White

Pinot Grigio, Barone Fini, Italy

Pinot Grigio, Ferrari Carano, Sonoma, CA

Grillo, Corvo, Sicilia

Chardonnay, Angeline, Santa Barbara, CA

Chardonnay, Chalk Hill, Russian River

Chardonnay, Daou, Paso Robles, CA

Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand

Rose, Daou, Paso Robles, CA

Red

Chianti Classico, Castellani, Italy

Cabernet, Josh, North Coast, CA

Cabernet, Martin Ray, Napa, CA

Cabernet, Unshackled by Prisoner, CA

Super Tuscan, Ornellaia Le Volte

Super Tuscan, Il Burchino

Pinot Noir, Imagery, CA

Pinot Noir, Meiomi, CA

Nero d'Avola, Campo di Marzo, Italy

Red Blend, Daou Pessimist, Paso Robles, CA

Cocktails

Barrel Aged Old Fashion$15.00

Franco's Old Fashion$16.00

Millionaire Cocktail$16.00

Limoncello Martini$16.00

Limoncello Mojito$16.00

Cactus Flower$15.00

Italian Mule$15.00

Espresso Martini$16.00

Partito$16.00

Hot Donna$15.00

Gin Tea$16.00

Drunken Monkey$15.00

Basilico$15.00

Draft Beer

Michelob Ultra - Light Lager - 4.2%$7.00

Salvatore Italian Pilsner - Delahunt - Italian Pilsner 5%$8.00

Blonde Marvel - Left Coast - Blonde Ale 4.5%$8.00

Mango Hef - Garage Brewing Co. - Wheat Ale 5.5%$8.00

Red Trolley Ale - Karl Strauss - Red Ale 5.8%$8.00

Hazy Bear Hug - Goose Island - Hazy IPA 6.8%$8.00

Wolf among Weeds - Golden Road - IIPA 8%$8.00

Sodas

Coke$4.00

Coke Zero$4.00

Diet Coke$4.00

Sprite$4.00

Bottled Still or Sparkling Water$8.00

Happy Hour

Well Drinks$8.00

Draft Beer$6.00

Jack & Coke$10.00

Aperol Spritz$10.00

Barrel Aged Old Fashion$12.00

Bar One Sangria$10.00

Select Wines$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does Bar One by Il Barone offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bar One by Il Barone restaurant rated?

Is Bar One by Il Barone currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information