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Barbarella, CALGARY, AB

Barbarella

4.7
4.7
1840 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Italian
#110, 700 - 2 STREET SW, CALGARY, AB T2P 2W2

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 99 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Hot spot
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Inspired by the chic mid-century yacht culture of Southern Italy and the fresh flavours of the Pacific Northwest, we bring sun-drenched coastal flavours to Calgary.

Our dishes reimagine quintessentially Mediterranean fare with locally sourced West Coast ingredients. From zesty aperitifs, fresh crisp sides, bright mains and unashamedly indulgent desserts, each item on our menu will refresh your senses and transport you to a sunny boat deck on the Amalfi Coast.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Dining Coordinator: (403) 888-1658
  • Neighborhood
    Calgary
  • Cross street
    8th Avenue and 2nd Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Aperitivo Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Join us daily between 2–5 PM and enjoy 50% off all beverages—yes, that includes bottles of wine—plus half-price pizzas. It’s the perfect excuse to unwind, catch up, and treat yourself.
    Aperitivo Hour Photo

Private dining

What 1,840 people are saying

Barbarella reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Most Booked

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Calgary

    Most Booked

  • Calgary

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Barbarella impresses with "consistently great food," friendly and attentive service, and a lively atmosphere. Highlights include "excellent happy hour deals," "fantastic pizzas," and "superb ravioli." While table selection can be an issue, the vibrant setting and innovative dishes make it "one of the best restaurants in Calgary."

1,840 Reviews
  1. Lateef VIP

    Calgary106 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I had heard so much about Barbarella, and was looking forward to dining there with my family. The building and decor was beautiful, and I had high expectations for the rest of the evening. The greeter, was not friendly and do not make eye contact - I did not feel welcome; she really did not greet us. There was some confusion with our order and the meals did not come out all together. The chicken on the cauliflower salad was fatty and the chicken Parmesan sandwich was dry. When I asked the waiter for some extra sauce he never mentioned that there would be an extra charge. I have had better dining experiences.

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  2. Rachel

    Calgary2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A very vibey place. A great happy hour for drinks and pizza. A bit noisy for me but that's ok. I just prefer a more chill noise level.

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  3. James

    Calgary11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice restaurant Staff is very friendly Food was great

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  4. Ava

    Edmonton2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tomato and hazelnut dip was my favourite. Pasta was yummy.

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  5. Eric

    Vancouver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really creative dishes, great flavours, staff recommendations were excellent!
    BarbarellaResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Eric, thank you for leaving us a glowing 5-star review. We're delighted you enjoyed dining with us! If you haven't already please visit us between 2:00-5:00pm any day of the week to enjoy half off all pizza and drinks for happy hour. We hope to see you soon!

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  6. Vanessa

    Calgary8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Always a great spot. We were seated upstairs which is not as vibey as the spots downstairs but otherwise everything was top tier.
    BarbarellaResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Vanessa, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review. We're thrilled you enjoyed dining with us, if you have your heart set on a particular table please let us know in your reservation. We'll try our best to accommodate! We hope to host you again soon!

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  7. Bianca

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good! Loved the food! Price was very fair especially during happy hour.
    BarbarellaResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Bianca, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review. We're thrilled you enjoyed our happy hour and our food left a lasting impression. We hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Raegan VIP

    Calgary31 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an excellent meal at Barbarella, although I have to say both pastas we ordered were bland and certainly not worth the price. Both plates were all beige, the small amount of meat in each was silly, and neither sauce tasted as exciting as the descriptions. The pizza was spectacular - excellent crust and high quality toppings. The tomato spread appetizer was so good we ordered a second one, and the calamari was light and fresh. Also the broccoli was so good, the hint of sweetness from the dates mixed with the bitter char and salty parmesan was a great combination. We will definitely be back, but we will skip the pasta course next time.
    BarbarellaResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Raegan, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're delighted that you enjoyed the visit, and most of our food it the mark! We're disappointed to hear that our malfadi and campanelle pastas did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your insights and the feedback has been shared with our kitchen for consideration. We hope to host you again soon!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, friendly service, and great overall atmosphere. Will definitely enjoy again!
    BarbarellaResponded 3 days ago
    Hi, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review. We're thrilled you enjoyed dining at Barbarella! Your feedback motivates us to keep providing the best food and service. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  10. Derek VIP

    Calgary26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue and excellent food. Top notch service. Highly recommended.
    BarbarellaResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Derek, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review. We're thrilled you enjoyed dining with us, we're delighted our food and service left a lasting impression. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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Barbarella is rated 4.7 stars by 1840 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 99 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Barbarella

#110, 700 - 2 STREET SW, CALGARY, AB T2P 2W2

Additional information

  • Cross street
    8th Avenue and 2nd Street
  • Neighborhood
    Calgary
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Dining Coordinator: (403) 888-1658
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